What is a four-day workweek? It’s not a trick question. Is it four 10-hour days or four eight-hour days? If it’s the former, you risk employee burnout. If it’s the...
Performance improvement plans can be effective in fixing employee performance problems. They provide struggling employees with an opportunity to get help in order to...
How much attention should a manager give to employee performance reviews? Before completing your next batch, consider the following scenarios:
Kate is a superstar...
There is plenty of discussion about negative feedback, and why not? While we have all gotten plenty of it, it isn’t often very effective, so leaders and coaches always...
An occasional “reboot” is healthy. The craft of leadership benefits from going back to the basics regularly, and communication is the best place to start—it’s...
High-potential employees, or HIPOs, typically stand out among their peers based on superior performance. They often master their roles and responsibilities early in...
Prior to 2020, only 6% of all employees worked remotely. After the COVID-19 pandemic, that number jumped up to 13% and only continued to rise. Now in 2023, it’s...
Onboarding a new employee is an exciting process for both the employer and the new hire. You get to welcome a new member to your team and fill a need for your company....
We’ve been reading conflicting analyses about the PUMP Act, which was included as Division KK in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 (CAA). The PUMP Act requires...
Managers tend not to think twice about taking disciplinary action for things such as absenteeism, tardiness, dress code violations, or poor performance. Leaders may...
As an employer, you have a responsibility to maintain a safe work environment for your employees. Unfortunately, even when you have a great team and strong...
Hiring a Proofreader is a great idea for businesses that publish a lot of written materials. You want to publish polished, error-free copy that will represent your...
When evaluating your team’s performance reviews, you may encounter a few employees who lack practical communication skills. Despite their strong talents and overall...
Human resources analytics, a relatively new discipline, is growing at an extraordinary rate and is quickly becoming an essential competency for HR professionals,...
Most employers are probably familiar with the e-filing process. However, mistakes can be expensive and draw unwanted attention from the IRS. With that in mind, even if...
Sports fans bear witness to the effectiveness of the coaching process every time they see their team come back from behind to secure a win. Despite all odds, the coach...
As a business owner, you have a responsibility to provide your employees with a safe work environment every day. Of course, you can’t possibly keep track of all the...
Administering disciplinary action rarely tops the list of any manager’s favorite aspects of the job. Failing to address performance issues or unacceptable behavior,...
Accountants are a key position for many businesses. They ensure the finances are on track and maintain compliance with any necessary regulations. Larger businesses may...
Emily pages through the 2023 calendar. Her kids had so much fun with their grandparents on Christmas Day that she promised everyone they would visit more often in the...
