When an employee announces their decision to leave your company, you want to use their departure as a learning opportunity. Having an exit interview is a strategic way...
When a Pennsylvania brewery noticed a large number of online complaints about employees’ sexist behaviors, its owner (who was at the center of those allegations)...
Interested in improving your team? Self-awareness of the type of leader you are can be a great place to start. One’s leadership style — the behaviors and actions...
Team performance: Strategies for success
Every leader wants a team that performs well to drive strategic objectives and achieve outcomes. Yet, creating such a...
Marie works as a manager at a logistics company. She spends much of her time directly overseeing others and paying attention to detail. Such actions keep operations...
Ineffective managers not only contribute to low morale but can drive top talent out the door. A 2022 GoodHire study showed an astonishing 82 percent of workers would...
From the moment the job interview ended and the hiring manager offered her the managerial position, Jennifer could not wait to begin her new role. Her new team looked...
I think I have figured out a big part of the “Great Resignation.” At Gregory & Appel, I am fortunate to work with multiple organizations as a consultant and...
Congratulations! You have reached a career milestone by landing your first managerial position. At this exciting time, you’re likely intrigued by the possibilities,...
Figuring that defined-contribution plans such as 401(k)s weren’t nearly secure as they should be after the passage of the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement...
Running a small business isn’t easy. On top of having to compete with large corporations for customers, small business owners also have to compete for employees. Small...
Make sure your company policies don't have any gaps that could create confusion or land you in legal trouble. If you're unsure, it's time for a review.
Setting up a 401(k) for employees can be a daunting task for small business owners. It is one of the most highly regulated employee benefits. However, it’s also one of...
A travel policy is an important part of your company policies. Travel is ramping up again right now, so this is the perfect time to review your existing corporate travel...
If you haven’t read the class-action lawsuit that Brian Flores (the fired coach of the Miami Dolphins) filed against the NFL and three of its teams, you should. It...
Small business owners have a lot on their plate. When you’re trying to oversee your business’ sales, marketing, product, and finances it’s easy to put HR tasks...
Even the most dedicated employees need a break sometimes. Paid time off is essential to your employee benefits and compensation package. As such, your PTO policy will be...
This content offers sample employee handbook policies, reminding you to customize them to your company culture and local laws. Be sure to consult an attorney to ensure...
Employers depend on their workers to perform the tasks asked of them. When an employee decides to ignore a request from a supervisor, business owner, or another person...
Very few managers relish the role of disciplinarian. Save the handful of leaders who enjoy flaunting their position of power, most would rather spend their valuable time...
