Originally posted July 2, 2017. From an employee’s perspective, it’s always helpful to think of the mantra “No one is irreplaceable.” It’s important to remember that there may always be someone out there who can do your job faster and/or better than you can. But if you’re a business owner, manager, or HR manager, it’s […]
Single parents and the workforce
Originally posted June 25, 2017. Faster technology. Innovation. Better benefits. Better onboarding for new employees. Universal pre-K. Employee motivation. All of these are common topics in Human Resources and management in the workforce today. All of these are great discussion topics on how to improve employee retention and develop a happier, more efficient employee base. […]
Nuance vs. one-size-fits all
Originally posted June 25, 2017. Some companies have “no rehire” policies. If an employee quits without providing a notice or quits without without leaving on good terms, the company has a policy that makes that employee ineligible for rehire. I’ve actually even heard of some companies that have a “no rehire” policy for any employee […]
Originally posted May 20, 2017. “Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.” — Thought to be originated by Ian Maclean Finding talent is difficult, regardless of whether you’re the president of the United States trying to fill a cabinet post or an employer trying to place an $8/hr. rank-and-file employee. The problem […]
Originally posted May 14, 2017. There are two predominant mistakes that parents make when trying to prepare their children for careers: Tell their children to just follow their dreams and not let anyone stop them. This is not inherently wrong, and it is important to teach children to keep working hard and to not give […]