Top performers in companies not only meet but exceed standards set by their organization. As a high achiever, they move beyond what is expected. Top performers in companies tend to set personal standards that are higher than the external standards set by others. A top performer in a company, take on additional responsibilities and is […]
One of the newest and freshest ideas to hit the HR scene is blockchain. The technology is still in its infancy as it relates to HR, but is quickly gaining momentum. HRIS leaders such as Kronos have already started to work on integrating blockchain technology into their HR software solutions. What Is Blockchain? Blockchain is […]
Most everyone has heard that women make about 76 to 80 cents for every dollar made by a man in the workforce. This statistic has been the subject of much debate and is often misunderstood. Knowing more about the gender pay gap, why it exists, and how to mitigate it can be helpful for any […]
Your ability to receive feedback constructively and accept it, is important to grow in your career. However, many see it as a burden or threat to their existence or work. One of the critical competencies of leadership and personal growth is the ability to receive feedback constructively. Mostly we mistake this ability as a sign […]
Blockchain was originally created as a way to digitally manage Bitcoin. While this may seem like it has nothing at all to do with HR, the secure and yet transparent ledger may have farther reaching applications than its inventor, Satoshi Nakamoto, intended. Blockchain is a continuous ledger that stores bits of information, called blocks, after […]
If your drug testing policy has been in place for a decade or even just a few years, it may be time to re-evaluate. With the changes in marijuana laws, the changes to DOT workplace drug testing rules, and the opioid crisis all having an impact, many companies have radically rewritten their policies on drug […]
April is the month of action as most of the companies are busy doing performance reviews to assess how the team has stacked up against their deliverables. This month stirs up anxiety, and it is common to see disillusioned and disengaged employees after the performance review sessions. The ingredients of a bad performance review are […]
By focusing on three skills only, you can turbo charge your career. While there are numerous competencies and behaviors that one needs to be a high flier in the corporate race, mastering these behaviors will give you an edge over the others. Active Listening Active listening is the building block of leadership skills; the other […]
No matter what industry you work in, sooner or later you are bound to deal with at least one very difficult person at work. Sometimes the difficult person is a customer, sometimes a coworker, and in some cases the difficult person is even a manager. While the exact method for dealing with the person may […]
Spring is the perfect time to clean up, get organized, and let some fresh air into your HR department. The hectic end/beginning of a new year is in the rear view and most companies have a little bit of downtime that can be used to make sure that everything is ship-shape. If you’re not sure […]
Great things get done, when energy and motivation meet each other. If you can figure out what motivates others, the tasks will get accomplished faster, and the results will be better too. While motivation is like personal hygiene, wherein the individual is responsible, as a manager, you have a role to play to keep your […]
The world is flat, boundaries are left in the physical realm only, and the internet has connected the world like never before. Social media platforms like Facebook, micro-channels like tweeter connect all and sundry on one platform. Welcome to the era of global thinking. Welcome to the new ear of the hyper-connected genuinely globalized world. […]
Being an HR professional isn’t always easy. Many of the most anxiety-inducing and uncomfortable tasks involving employee management get passed to HR. While you may not ever see these workplace tasks featured on “Dirty Jobs” style shows, they are enough to make most people cringe. Providing Negative Performance Feedback It’s never easy to tell someone […]
