Maybe the Grass IS Greener!

July 11, 2019
Posted in Human Resources

Your job is pretty good. You’re earning a fair wage, your coworkers like you and nobody gives you a hard time. But could there be a better opportunity waiting for you somewhere else?

Should They Go for a No-Show?

July 9, 2019
Posted in Human Resources

Should you fire an employee who doesn’t show up for work – or give them another chance? Here are some tips on how to handle the no-show.

Setting a Summer Dress Code

July 1, 2019
Posted in Human Resources, Management Best Practices

Crop tops and flip flops are for the beach – not the workplace! Here’s how to create a summer dress code policy for your company.

9 Ways to Keep Your Employees Safe in the Workplace

June 7, 2019
Posted in Human Resources, Management

June is Workplace Safety Month. Although safety is a number-one priority 365 days a year, it’s a good time for a reminder about the best ways to keep your employees healthy and injury free. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), employers pay nearly $1 million each week in workers’ compensation costs. Above [...] Read More

Two Weeks Is Not Enough Time!

Posted in Human Resources

The clock is ticking. An employee just gave notice, and you now have 10 business days to find their replacement. No pressure, right? With the…

Is Low Pay the Reason for High Employee Turnover?

June 6, 2019
Posted in Human Resources, Management Best Practices

Is your business running like a finely tuned machine… …or like an engine that’s missing a few parts – and in desperate need of an…

Should I Extend a Counter-Offer?

May 15, 2019
Posted in Human Resources

It happens too often in today’s market: Gainfully employed individuals are lured away from their employers with the promise of higher salaries, more growth potential,…

How to Talk to the Employee Who Thinks They Know Everything

May 10, 2019
Posted in Human Resources, Management

As a manager, you inevitably have to deal with problem employees. One of the most challenging is the office know-it-all. You know who they are: They always have to have the last word, they’re never wrong about anything, and in meetings, they speak up just to hear their own voice. When they think they have [...] Read More

Tips for Getting Over Your Fear of Confronting Employees

April 12, 2019
Posted in Human Resources, Management

Confrontation is no fun, whether it’s in your personal life or at work. It can be tempting to try to cope by avoiding the underlying issues altogether, but that only makes matters worse in the long run. A better plan is to change your mindset and do the right thing – in fairness to you, [...] Read More

April Fools! How to Spot Resume Lies

April 9, 2019
Posted in Human Resources

A whoopie cushion on your seat? That’s a harmless April Fool’s prank. But a lie on a candidate’s resume? That’s no joke. Opportunities may be…