Employee benefits and perks are critical in the fight to attract and retain top talent, especially for small and mid-size companies looking to scale. In … Read more
Why Is Leadership Development a ‘Program’?
As summer began, the (Cincinnati) HR Roundtable met to discuss a topic that is so often a formal program within organizations when it could be done more … Read more
Focusing On Objectives Is the Future of Talent Management
Every year there is talk about getting rid of talent management methods. Articles with titles like “kill your performance management process” or “why … Read more
It’s Only Disruption Until It Isn’t
Imagine being half as valuable in five years as you are today. Not a comforting thought. But that’s only how long the technical skills you have today … Read more
In Celebration of Recruiters Everywhere
I began my career as a hostess at California Pizza Kitchen. During that time, I got to understand the importance of being supported by a strong team and … Read more
Culture For Non-Profits Is Not the Same As Mission
Owners and managers of organizations both large and small have long recognized the correlation between company cultures and employee retention. It makes … Read more
A Great Company, Like a Great Garden, Doesn’t Just Happen
“When a flower doesn’t bloom, we fix the environment where it grows, not the flower.“ Powerful quote. I have always looked at organizations as a … Read more
The Role of Reinforcement in Executive Coaching
When hiring a coach for executives, it’s important to understand how he or she defines a successful engagement. Some coaches view the process as striving … Read more
Happy Labour Day, Happy Labor Day
To our readers in Canada we say Happy Labour Day, and for our US readers, Happy Labor Day! Read more
‘Dress Appropriately’ Should be the Model For Your Company Policies
“I follow three rules: Do the right thing, do the best you can, and always show people you care.” — Lou Holtz Imagine having to read a 10-page manual … Read more
Moving Expenses: Survey Finds Variety in Lump Sum Programs
Companies from all industries are struggling to fill the job openings they have, which makes retaining the talent they do have even more critical. Offering … Read more
Are You Still Passionate About What You Do?
If you love what you’re doing, you’ll never have to work a day in your life. I’m continually amazed at the number of leaders who don’t like or enjoy what … Read more
Think About This Before You Buy a Bot
Bots – a form of AI, programmed to interact with humans through voice or text conversations – are increasingly common at home and in the … Read more
It’s Time to Disband Your D&I Committee
If your organization is committed to diversity and inclusion, chances are good you have a D&I committee. You may hold workshops and lunch and learns to … Read more
Lessons From the US Women’s Soccer Team Pay Dispute
The United States women’s national soccer team (USWNT) deserves a right to pay equity, and after investigating all of the publicly available data … Read more
New Rule Lets Employees Use HRAs to Pay For Health Care
The new health reimbursement arrangement (or account) (HRA) ruling by the US departments of Health and Human Services, Labor and Treasury gives employers … Read more
Saying ‘Thank You’ This Labor Day Makes a Difference
In the US, Monday is Labor Day, which is dedicated to celebrating the social and economic achievements of American workers and their contributions to our … Read more
Five Questions CEOs Should Be Asking Their HR Leaders
It is said employees are a company’s biggest asset. They are often also its largest cost and greatest potential liability. Given the pivotal role employees … Read more
People Before Profits Business Leaders Say
The CEOs of nearly 200 companies just said shareholder value is no longer their main objective As I read this recent article, I thought of the letter to … Read more
HR 101: The 4Ps Of a Talent Attracting Brand
Attracting top talent has never been harder. How can companies set themselves apart from their competition? To be a destination employer, you need to have … Read more