We’re at a time of year when many people get sick, so how should managers handle unexpected absences?  Of course, a lot of this depends...

Why and how can managers practice thankfulness with employees?   As we move into the season where saying thanks is more top of mind, how...

As an HR person, I’ve learned to differentiate between exempt and nonexempt employees and jobs, but many people don’t really understand...

As we get closer to the holidays, cold and flu season, how do managers deal with absenteeism?  We’re at a time of year when there are...

As we get closer to the end of the year, what type of year-end reflection can lead to new year success?  How can you wrap up the year in...

As the election ramps up and individuals prepare to vote, how should managers deal with politics and employees?  Clearly political issues...

As we get closer to the end of the calendar year, managers need to make sure they’re helping each employee with their goals.  Regardless...

Why should companies provide education on employee benefits?  After all, employees know they need medical/dental/vision/life/other, and...

Most of us are aware of the different age groups currently in play on the job, but how should managers work with various generations and...

Why do managers need to consider kindness in working with employees? Of course, we should all treat each other with respect and...

Why should managers worry about employee budgeting and financial wellness?  September is the month to place an emphasis on payroll, with...

We talk about transparency and communication, but accountability is vital in running successful operations.  If we don’t hold ourselves...

We recently celebrated Women’s Equality Day and small businesses may wonder if they need to worry about pay equity?  I would hope most...

Some business owners/leaders may wonder if safety is an issue for small business (depending on the industry of course).  But setting the...

In order to compete with larger companies in recruiting, owners often wonder what benefits a small business can provide staff.  We’re...

The year is past the half-way mark and what have you done with your personal and/or your employees’ goals?  Have you talked about them...

There are lots of ways to reward employees, but managers sometimes ask why they should recognize employee contributions?  After all,...

Many employees have invisible disabilities, including those with brain injuries, that managers may not be aware of.  So how can we best...

Many are aware of the violence that occurred with the recent assassination attempt, but how do we help our employees deal with a divisive...

Writing this is one of those “don’t do as I do” moments.  It is difficult for me to turn away from work.  But I’m leaving on vacation...