How do you deal with a negative employee?

Most of us have encountered an employee who is never happy. For this employee, there is something wrong with every initiative that comes...

What did you do with your hour?

Once again, we’ve experienced the fun of turning back the clocks. I’d like to think I utilized that extra hour wisely, but honestly, not...

That's not in my job description!

This is one of the responses I’ve heard over time that doesn’t sit well with me. I’ve always believed if I’m asked to do something...

It’s time for Mental Health Awareness & Support

May is Mental Health Awareness month and I imagine most agree there is need for resources and support. According to the National...

Have You Discussed Video Etiquette?

I’m still surprised after a couple of years of frequent video chats, a lot of companies have yet to address something as simple as what...

Next Generation Optimism

I had the privilege of presenting to and working with a group of high school junior and senior students in my area this weekend. It was...

Are Your Two-Way Communications One-Sided?

Most of us like to think we’re open to ideas/suggestions/criticisms, but that’s not always as clear to your staff as you might think. ...

Required Postings: Compliance & Risk

It’s the time of year we need to be relooking at annual requirements. Various state, federal and local laws require postings, even for...

Are your policies outdated?

For companies starting out, policies often come into play when needed, due to specific circumstances. With established companies,...

What Should You Give Your Staff?

At times during the year, for holidays and special occasions, we often want to express our thanks to our employees thru giving gifts. ...

What are you doing for employees' Mental Health?

As we get closer to year end and the various celebrations that fall within this time frame (and associated stress and anxiety that can go...

Conflict is not a bad word

When asked, most of us would say we’d like a conflict-free day where we can get our work done and feel a sense of accomplishment at the...

Moving Forward

Lately, I’ve often wondered what has happened to effective leadership and what direction we’re going. It often seems that we hear so...

Jumping to Conclusions/Perceptions

“They were being rude to me.” “He was talking about me to others.” “She was giving me more work than anyone else.” As an HR professional,...

Things to Ponder