I was asked this week what I thought of Yahoo’s decision to end flexible work arrangements for its employees. Yes, I know; we’ve been inundated … Read more
The Simple Truth About Performance Reviews: We Need to Do a Lot Better
This was prompted by John Hollon’s TLNT article, Weekly Wrap: Surprise! We STILL Really Hate Performance Reviews. In his own style, John was highlighting a … Read more
Yes, It’s Employee Appreciation Day — How Appreciative Are You?
Remember how it felt the last time your boss told you “Thank you” for a job well done? Here’s an opportunity to spread that same feeling around with your … Read more
It’s Wise to Be Cautious: Risks of Unpaid Internships Are Still Increasing
By John E. Thompson We have warned for some time now that businesses and other organizations should think carefully if they are considering the possibility … Read more
No More Flex Work? Are You Freaking Kidding Me?
So those who may not know, Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer recently announced that employees are no longer allowed to telecommute – at all. I told myself I was … Read more
I Want You to Show Us Your Recruiting Innovations
You may have missed the announcement about the reimagined Recruiting Innovation Summit on ERE.net (ERE Media is TLNT’s parent company). This May … Read more
How to Avoid Hearing “That’s Not in My Job Description”
“That’s not in my job description.” Many frustrated employees have muttered that phrase. Due to some pretty sloppy examples of job descriptions, the … Read more
Stop Hanging Up! Why the Candidate Experience Really DOES Matter
I had to make one of those dreaded calls to customer service. All attempts to solve the problem online were blocked, so I dialed the number – which was not … Read more
The No. 1 Leadership Trait You Really Need to be Successful
Most workplace disputes and disasters can be traced back to one thing: a lack of leadership. So, what’s the absolute No. 1 most important leadership trait … Read more
The Pothole Problem: Good Managers Do More Than Routine Maintenance
It made for a dreadful commute. The crater-like potholes dotting the main thoroughfare near my office were wreaking havoc on my car’s pothole alignment. I … Read more