Do parents make good HR professionals? I ask because I worry that too many HR people — with or without children — mistake themselves for moms and dads when … Read more
Don’t Judge Strategic Recognition Programs by Attendance Award Results
As long-time readers of this blog know, I like to stay on top of the latest research and news in the employee recognition, rewards, engagement and … Read more
How Do You Motivate Employees Who Really Don’t Need the Money?
If you woke up today and discovered that you had won millions in last evening’s lottery drawing, would you still work? Always a great conversation starter, … Read more
“Weisure” or Work-Life Balance? One Big Take Away From “Lean In”
Have you read Sheryl Sandberg‘s new book Lean In? If not, you’ve probably heard about it. It’s receiving rave reviews and generating a … Read more
Another Reminder Why HR’s Priorities Need to Focus on Business Value
SHL has just published their fascinating yearly report on global assessment trends. Acquired last year by CEB, SHL is an assessment company, so reporting … Read more
If You Don’t Know What You’re Looking For, Any Old Interview Question Will Do
OK, you have read all about what to ask in a job interview and have adopted lists of magic questions that will solve all your hiring problems. But what … Read more
Coping With the Rising Mobile Workforce and the BYOD Culture
My how things change. Several years ago, companies began taking employees out of offices and putting them into cubicles. From there, the trend went to open … Read more
Leadership 101: How to Help Your Team to Be More Productive
In some situations, the concept of taking accountability for productivity and performance extends beyond your own job — especially when you find yourself … Read more
8 Ways the Reference Process Can Help You Find (and Land) Great Candidates
Most know references to be a tool for checking a candidate’s background, but reference-related factors can also be one of the simplest, cheapest, and … Read more
Navigating Negativity: 4 Ways to Be Properly Optimistic in the Workplace
The Power of Positive Thinking was a revelation when Dr. Norman Vincent Peale’s classic self-help book debuted in 1952. Now, over 60 years since we started … Read more