Regular employee attendance is essential for keeping your business running. Most small and medium-sized businesses have just enough staff to keep business operations...
When you think of an inclusive work environment, what comes to mind? Perhaps you envision a conference table with workers of various ages, ethnicities, and genders...
Few things are more frustrating and angst-ridden than dealing with difficult employees, and even fewer things keep managers up more at night than worrying about an...
No company’s leadership can last forever. Yes, Warren Buffett still manages Berkshire Hathaway despite doing so for an eternity, but even he will one day hand over the...
All new employees get jitters on their first day at a new job, but Patty was particularly nervous. The first day at her last position had been awkward. As she met...
Having a clear and accessible attendance policy and time off procedures can help minimize unexcused absences. Include these in your employee handbook and make them...
Artificial intelligence has been revolutionizing nearly every industry for years now, and HR is no exception. In particular, more companies are opting to use AI in...
While writing up employees is an unpleasant task for managers, it's sometimes a necessary step to address performance issues. Employee attendance is a common problem...
When it comes to decision-making and day-to-day operations, there’s plenty of talk about and praise for senior management and lower-level employees. The senior leaders...
When you hear the term “manager,” what comes to mind? Some people may envision an individual who endlessly seems to host or attend meetings. Others may think of an...
Some level of absenteeism is normal and even a positive thing. After all, you want employees to take time off to recharge or to stay home when they’re sick. However,...
What does being a manager involve? A better question might be “What doesn’t it?” Managers play a crucial role in virtually all areas of the business environment...
News flash: The news about the workforce and the talent pipeline isn’t good, and your leadership skills will be in demand for at least the next decade. Do you want job...
The surprising truth about productivity
There is a short list of things for which nearly everyone strives. When you put that list in terms of our work, success, and...
Kings and queens have come and gone, yet suitable leadership lessons are repeated over the centuries. For example, I was pleased that at the recent British coronation,...
Does your company find itself struggling to keep up on the talent acquisition front? If so, you’re not alone. Despite a somewhat hectic job market where many companies...
We lead in a complex and uncertain world—and with uncertainty comes challenges that require leaders to be resilient. Our ability to overcome and see past challenges...
The path of least resistance is often avoidance. As a result, many managers look the other way and sweep things under the rug rather than address them head on. It’s...
Most managers understand the importance of providing timely feedback to their direct reports, but it’s important to remember that feedback isn’t just for employees....
If you don’t pay close attention to the amount of work you assign to your team, work overload can slowly creep its way into your organization — wreaking havoc and...
