Is it Time to Step It Up…or Just Step Down?
Leadership Development …apparently that’s my thang’. It’s not what I went to school for, my degree is actually in accounting. I only practiced for two years though – I hated it! …Mostly because I was one of many young newbies right out of college (circa 1990) being abused in Corporate America. The work environment was […]
My Career is Stuck
My Career is Stuck Its back to school time and I’ve been watching all the photos in my feed of kids with new lunchboxes and big smiles as they get ready for their first day of school. The great thing about school is that the curriculum is laid out for you. You know what is […]
Religious Accomodation: Sometimes You Have to Read Between the Lines
In HR we a lot of attention to the ADA and the accommodation process, or at least we should. There is one area that is often overlooked in the area of accommodation and that is with religion. There are several things that need to be accommodated and sometimes HR has to read between the lines to […]
The Impact of Wearable Technologies on HR
With the advent of Google Glass wearable technology has taken a big leap forward. That got me thinking how wearable technology might be a tool for HR. Can you envision this scenario? Scenario You are a plant HR manager and you wear Google Glass. You are going into the plant to interview an employee about and accident […]
Project Management: The Hole In Your Kids’ Education
Four years ago, my friend Kris Reynolds was exasperated. He had just spent hours helping his daughter study for a states and capitals test. After ten torturous rounds of flash cards, she had had enough. “Why do I have to know this?!” she whined. Kris gave it some thought. “You don’t.” he answered. Since that […]
7 Health Benefits Your Wellness Program Doesn’t Have
Does your office have a gym? Do you have group exercise classes, weigh-ins, nutrition experts, and incentive programs for staying healthy? Wellness programs are a hot topic right now. Naturally, with out-of-control health care and insurance costs, companies are looking for ways to save money and keep their employees healthier. Now, let me ask you […]
