In what could be BIG news for employers, President Obama is directing the U.S. Department of Labor to issue proposed regulations that would expand the … Read more
Dear HR Professionals: Not All Employees Are Equal
In the last two years, McKinsey, Corporate Executive Board, PwC and others have concluded that HR still has “far to go” until it reaches the … Read more
The 5 Keys to Creating a Meaningful, Productive Work Experience
Does work need to be meaningful? Many of us have resigned ourselves to the notion that work is something we do primarily to earn income. Those earnings … Read more
Culture and Leadership: They’re Simply Two Sides of the Same Coin
The good news is that culture has caught on as a concept. but leading culture expert Edgar Schein, says it’s just as a “word” and people need to be aware … Read more
Diversity in the Workplace: It’s No Longer Just the Right Thing to Do
A recent study by the Economist Intelligence Unit, sponsored by SAP and SuccessFactors, explores the challenges of managing an increasingly diverse … Read more
5 Things to Consider From Reactions to Employee Appreciation Day
In honor of Employee Appreciation Day on March 7, my CEO Eric Mosley shared 10 Tips for Recognizing Employees on Boston.com, the online version of The … Read more
Want to Motivate Employees? Aim For a Better Workplace Connection
Dearest Employee: How do I love thee? Let me count the ways. I give you a fair wage. I give you competitive benefits. I give you a safe workspace. I give … Read more
Bad Management is a Lot Like Smoking – It’s Not Ignorance But a Bad Habit
Barely a week goes by without at least one article or study bemoaning the things managers don’t know or do. A frequent target: the pitifully low level of … Read more
Team Chemistry: It’s the New Focus of Performance Management
Is “making teams better” the new holy grail of performance analytics? Fresh from the annual MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference, HBR blogger … Read more
Working Like a Dog: How Much Do You Know About Your Employees?
My wife and I have three lazy dogs. Given the choice, I know Ozzy, Olivia and Toby would like to be out chasing the deer, elk, and fox that run free in the … Read more