How Have U.S. Leave Laws Have Not Kept Up
Work typically takes up a big piece of our schedules. With smart phones and the ability to log in to work computers remotely, the 40-hour workweek has grown to feel more like a 24/7 workweek. Whether it is spoken or not, many workplaces seem to have the attitude that work comes first, and we should […]
The Top Three Reasons You’re Driving Candidates Away
The Top Three Reasons You’re Driving Candidates Away Whether you hire hundreds of people or just a few per year, it is easy to get jaded about the application process. It can be tedious to wade through applications and resumes, and we often get frustrated when we cannot find the right candidates. Sometimes it is […]
You Stink! How to Have Difficult Conversations with Employees
When I first started out in Human Resources, I used to think the hardest part of the job would be terminating employees. I was wrong. It turned out that it was much more challenging to have uncomfortable conversations with people. If you are a manager or work in HR, you know what I am talking […]
How to Help Introverts Thrive in Your Workplace
In today’s work environment, we regularly hear the value of teamwork and collaboration. Some companies swear by open office plans for this reason. These things are great if you are an extrovert who thrives off of such interactions, but for introverts like me, it can be a nightmare. Teamwork is essential to a successful business, […]
How HR Should Manage Friends at Work
Given that we often spend at least 40 hours per week at work, it is only natural that we form friendships there. This is not necessarily a problem when we are talking about friendships between peers; however, when you are both boss and friend, issues can come up. The Pitfalls of Employee/Supervisor Friendships Work friendships […]
How to Handle the Death of a Coworker
One of the hardest things any company can go through is the death of an coworker or employee. Many people spend over 40 hours per week at their jobs, and sometimes we see our coworkers more than our own families. We often grow close to the people we work with, so when a coworker dies, […]
