Here is the scene that often plays out: We take our best technical staff and make them managers. We don’t give them the training, coaching and mentoring they need to...
Sometimes people—including supervisors—say or do stupid and offensive things. But an employer doesn’t always have to terminate the offending employee. Imposing...
When Teresa Walsh started looking for a new job, she spent five minutes a day meditating. Mindfulness practices keep people in the moment, engaged in the activity at...
Q: “I just had a horrible performance review in which I was given thirty days to improve as a supervisor. If my boss would stop micromanaging, I feel sure that I could...
It’s good business to review your employee handbook once a year and revise it as necessary. Answer these 15 questions to gauge its thoroughness and reliability:
What concrete steps can you take to increase the kindness in your life? Reduce: Stress, anger, loneliness, turnover, apathy and depression. Improve: Attitude,...
Begrudgingly, I opened my eyes and emerged treading water in a sea of dizzy confusion. Disoriented and light-headed, I focused on slow, deep breaths to alleviate the...
Employers with a progressive discipline process have an advantage if a terminated employee sues them for discrimination. Skipping the discipline step? Be prepared to...
The fall holidays are often a special time for gathering with loved ones, focusing on our blessings and expressing appreciation for all of the people and opportunities...
