Finding the best employee talent is certainly an important part of developing a productive and competitive workforce. Without the right communication strategies, however, that talent is often wasted as productivity levels suffer from unclear messages and indistinct objectives. Imagine the following scenario: a group of employees were tasked with organizing a new product launch during…
There is a simple dilemma that many small- and medium-sized business owners face on a daily basis. They are really good at producing and selling whatever it is their business sells, but they don’t have the knowledge to be good money managers. Unlike larger corporations, these smaller businesses are often faced with the challenge of…
Salary history bans present a problem. “What salary did you make in your most recent position?” A favorite go-to question for many hiring managers is actually unlawful in many places throughout the US. There are now 11 states and 10 localities that have made asking the pay history of a job candidate illegal. These laws…
Article reposted with permission from raptmedia.com Technology—particularly the internet and social media—is invariably changing the way people engage, make decisions and exhibit loyalty. Fragmented content consumption, constant distraction, and consumer control continue to shift the rules on all of us. Not only is this the new reality for brands trying to reach and inspire a connection…
Most US companies now understand that EQ (Emotional Intelligence) is a critical factor for both employee and company success. Data indicates to us that both companies and employees are more successful when employees understand each other and work well together. Managers who motivate are much more successful than the infamous “managers from hell” mentality, that was…
We are often not aware or want to admit to bias. But no person is immune to prejudice and favoritism because it would be difficult to function without them. The human mind categorizes and makes assumptions to learn and act more quickly. No matter how smart or well-intentioned you may be, you cannot eliminate bias.…
From the CEO to the front-line employee, everyone feels squeezed for time. Talk to employees and their leaders, and you will hear they do not have enough resources (time, people, or tools) to manage the workload. If you’re investing in engaging your employees, they may go above and beyond, putting in more time and effort…
Millennials: now the largest generation in the US, willing shares with others what they want and expect out of life, careers and the world. They are not shy, expect to enjoy life differently than most of us and tend to “move on” if they do not get what they want. They confuse us because their…