What does it feel like where you work? What about on your team? Today’s work environments are laden with low engagement to active disengagement. Employees’ … Read more
Stop Trying to Make Talent Management Chicken Salad Out of Chicken “S@#t”
While the old saying reflected in the title is rather crude, in a Made to Stick “Make your point sticky by using analogies that pack a punch” kind of way, … Read more
When Does Your Company’s Recruiting Cross the Line?
The University of Louisville’s basketball program is under fire because of allegations by former recruits and players who claim that Louisville paid for … Read more
Your Organization Must Make It Crystal Clear: Bullying Simply Won’t be Tolerated
“I just got the offer. I am so excited.” Then there was a pause. I said congratulations but the silence was deafening, especially after getting a higher … Read more
Want to Grow as a Leader? Then Deal With What Happens in the “Messy Middle”
We’ve all made missteps in our careers. How we handle those setbacks and how quickly we bounce back from them can make a huge difference in our development … Read more
Building a Great Workplace Culture? It’s a No Brainer For These Nerds
Just about every company in existence was started by someone (or several people) who saw an opportunity to make money in the marketplace. Ain’t nothin’ … Read more
15 Employee Engagement Truths Employers Ignore at Their Own Peril
Given how much time and money has been spent on employee engagement — and how little has been shown for it — it’s clear that most employers are not doing … Read more
The Top 5 Reasons Why Employees Sue Their Boss
Why do people sue their boss? Most people would guess “money,” but that is dead wrong. I’m a plaintiff’s employment lawyer and over the last few years I’ve … Read more
It Takes Skills (and Patience) to Get Buy-In on Team Goals
“Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment.” ― Jim Rohn, American business speaker In a near-perfect world — the type most people … Read more
Are You Exhibiting the Value That You Place in Your Employees?
“I am successful because of my employees, they are the ones that made my business successful.” That was a quote I heard the other day from Danny Meyer, … Read more