First of two parts Dante, the Italian poet and author, was famous for numbering the Circles of Hell. In the State of Washington, the City of SeaTac’s new … Read more
What Do You Do If You Don’t Get Along With Your Boss?
So what if your boss is the person you don’t get along with? It’s like we just don’t click, and neither of us is talking about it. Should I be the one who … Read more
Employee Buy-In: It’s the Real Key to Workplace Effectiveness
I had a reason to exchange emails recently with one of my HR heroes — Dave Ulrich. The issue was the strategy for identifying, defining and using … Read more
How a Single Kiss CAN Cause a Harassment Lawsuit
By Eric B. Meyer I give a lot of “respect in the workplace” training. And I generally tell the audience that, while a single offensive comment … Read more
Hiring Wisdom: Do You Involve Your Staff in Changes Before They Happen?
One of my favorite lunch spots changed the way they serve iced tea. They used to put a full carafe and a glass with ice and a slice of lemon on the table … Read more
It Usually Pays Off to Help Employees Follow Their Dream
“I became an accountant because accountants are the career choice of my family. We are a family of accountants. But when I spent my first week for one of … Read more
Why Aren’t More Companies Focused on Their Employee Value Proposition?
During 2013, the economy continued to improve, corporate profits were on the rise, and the job market strengthened. It’s certain that many employees have … Read more
What Martin Luther King Taught Us About Dealing With Change
Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 20 is celebrated by many people all around the world. There are many different things that King has taught us about … Read more
5 Ways to Help Make the Most Out of Workplace Criticism
Hard wired in our brains from the time humans first walked on earth is a “fight” or “flight” response. Even though our brains have evolved over the eons we … Read more
When Should You Get Involved in a Team Conflict?
Should you step up or sit on the sidelines when personal conflicts flare and affect your group’s effectiveness? As a leader, you’ll look for ways to settle … Read more