How Effective is Your Diversity Recruiting Strategy?
The American workforce is shifting and inclusivity is more important than ever. Companies committed to diversity and inclusion are likely to surpass the competition. Recent studies conducted by McKinsey & Company have found that companies exhibiting gender and ethnic diversity outperform less diverse organizations by as much as 35%. They bring in more sales revenue, […]
If You Aren’t Tapping into Senior Talent, Here’s Why You Should Be
Many business owners say they dislike hiring young people because they may only stick around for a year or two. And then in the same breath, they say they don’t want to hire older workers because they may only stick around for five years. Aside from the stereotype of them leaving, there is the misconception […]
Leaders in the Remote Work Environment: How Effective are Your Management Skills?
The massive shift to a remote work environment in the U.S. began more than two years ago and it shows no signs of stopping. Telework brings with it some unique challenges that require specialized tactics and skilled intervention. That’s why it’s so important to assess your management prowess and sharpen your skills to address […]
Six Insider Secrets to Successfully Navigating the Hybrid Work Environment
According to the 2022 Pew Research Center Study, the majority of employees want flexible remote work options to continue, while nearly as many crave more face-to-face time with their colleagues. In an effort to respond to the shortage of qualified workers, businesses are finding that they must redesign their office spaces and reinvent themselves to […]
Five Proven Ways to Improve Recruitment and Onboarding in the Hybrid Workplace
Engagement can be a challenge in the hybrid work environment and it isn’t limited to tenured team members. It can affect prospective employees and new hires, too. While a hybrid workforce blends remote and on-site work models to give workers the flexibility and freedom they value, it comes with limitations in the way of communication. […]
Six Guiding Principles of Motivational Managers
What’s the most important tool your employees have at their disposal? Talent? Experience? Among the many desirable traits workers may possess, motivation is the magic ingredient for extraordinary results. From greater productivity to stronger recruitment, improved retention, and decreased absenteeism, a highly motivated workforce makes every company more powerful. If you’re in a leadership position, […]
Returning to the Office Post COVID-19? These Critical Issues Demand Attention
Do you need to return to your office? If so, is everyone coming back and why? Many of our clients are finding that remote and hybrid schedules work fine. Actually, better than fine. They feel their productivity is the same if not higher than it was before and their employees are happier. Many are not […]
The Objectives of an HR Audit: How Does Your Organization Measure Up?
Are you taking the right steps to ensure your organization’s success? Amid the current unsettled business landscape, you may be facing unforeseen dilemmas and harsh new realities. Perhaps employee turnover is exploding and morale is faltering. You might be trying to balance escalating consumer demand with serious fulfillment shortages stemming from ongoing supply chain […]
Don’t Let Things Get Lost in Translation
Many years ago, my family often went to a French restaurant. We got there one night without a reservation, figuring if they had a table, we would eat, and if not, no biggie, we would go somewhere else or eat at home. We got to the reception desk, and the owner was there. He knew […]
Promise-Based Management: Why Honoring Your Commitments Matters Now More than Ever
For leaders, failing to fulfill commitments is a cardinal sin. When those in charge don’t follow through on their promises, people in the organization take notice and will long remember that they were let down. Respect may be lost, which can seriously impact motivation and productivity. In the current business landscape, there’s frequent change, uncertainty, […]