Most people prefer to work for a leader with a style that leads others respectfully, including and inspiring them, rather than by dominating and requiring them to abide by the boss’s rules. Let’s challenge the old model of the “requirer” and offer…
Appreciation Sustains Performance & Relationships
Our work days are moving so rapidly that many important values and practices that can positively impact motivation and productivity are getting left behind. Competitive necessity has forced our expectations to be higher, and that is a good thing. But…
What is Your Reputation as an Employer?
Almost a decade ago, the late Roger Herman, an international business futurist, speaker and author made the following prediction: “As the economy picks up, employers who have treated employees badly during the tight economy will be in serious trouble. More…
Grow Your Employees or Risk Losing Them
Companies are discovering that good employees are hard to find, and so must start implementing intentional strategies for retaining them. In their retention efforts, employers need to look more closely at their current employee utilization to be sure that they…
Take Steps To Get New Hires Off To A Good Start
Starting a job at a new company can create anxiety for even the most confident and successful professional. At the forefront, both parties want to feel that they made the right decision in choosing to work together. Here are some…
Reward Employee Contributions, Not Seniority
As the employee posted for a promotion in his company, he was sure that he was a shoo-in to get the job. After all, he had been with the company far longer than any of the other candidates, and genuinely…
Mentoring Programs Re-Emerge To Support Diversity
Mentoring is a business learning and development strategy which includes quality time with someone with specific knowledge, skills or experience (the mentor) who guides, coaches, advises, and supports another’s (the mentee) professional journey.