It’s a new year. In most companies, it is a time for employees to develop their annual performance goals. Goal setting is a very important and
Ambush Union Elections
On December12, 2014, the National Labor Relations Board announced that effective April 14, 2015, it would be implementing new rules and procedures
Retention Strategies: Why They Do Not Work
Recently a former client contacted me to discuss why they were experiencing higher turnover than usual. In the prior year, the Company had designed a
The Ebola Outbreak And The Workplace
Given the recent Ebola outbreak and its inevitable diagnosis in the United States, many companies are reviewing how the workplace is affected by
The Impact of 2014 Elections On Human Resources
Much has been written about the effect that the GOP victories in the fall elections will have on Human Resource Processes and Programs. Most conclude
Fair Pay and Safe Workplaces
On July 31, 2014, President Obama issued the Fair Pay and Safe Workplaces executive order. This is in defense of workers’ rights by issuing
Improve Your Organization One Job At A Time
You can improve your company … one job at a time. How? Many hiring managers miss the simple opportunity to improve their company. Every open position
Talent Management: The Right Investment?
Is talent management worth the investment? Total human capital costs can account for as much as 70% of operating expenses in organizations, including
Your Hiring Process – A Reflection Of Company Culture?
Companies often spend a lot of time identifying and clarifying their culture and values. This process can be very useful, but a company’s culture and