Employee Relations

NLRB mandate: Amend stay-or-pay rules by Dec. 6

10/25/2024

Offering especially generous benefits such as paying a signing bonus, reimbursing college tuition, covering relocation expenses or providing costly training can certainly buy employees’ loyalty. But if you try to cement that loyalty with penalties for quitting before an agreed-upon period of time has passed, you may soon find yourself facing a National Labor Relations Board unfair labor practice charge.

Real-world scenarios: Toxic team turnarounds in action

10/23/2024

Much of the literature available around employee accountability, performance management and constructive confrontation focuses on individual relationships between managers and their direct reports. However, so much work is done by teams, and it’s important that we look at a team equivalent to ensure we’re able to address larger groups of people with similar types of accountability, performance or behavioral challenges.

The hidden costs of poor employee experiences (and how HR can fix it)

10/23/2024

You’ve likely noticed a shift in your workplace dynamics recently. If so, you’re not alone. A new report from HR Acuity reveals that employee expectations and experiences are evolving rapidly, presenting both challenges and opportunities for HR professionals. Let’s dive into the key findings and explore how you can adapt your strategies to build a more resilient and engaged workforce.

From bottlenecks to breakthroughs: Rethinking project management

10/18/2024

As organizations strive for efficiency and growth, project management emerges as a critical competency that directly impacts bottom lines, team performance and competitive advantage. With Project Management Day approaching on November 7, it’s an opportune time for leaders to examine how effective project management preserves company value and maintains team momentum.

Leadership tools for solving the talent shortage: Balance civility and diversity

10/18/2024

Our goal is to solve the talent shortage while working in the pressure cooker of organizational life. Now that we have built a workforce, we need to keep it. We need to be authentic and transparent with each other, which brings me to the issue of civility.

Turn negative performance reviews into a positive experience

10/16/2024

Providing negative feedback during employee performance reviews is an uncomfortable but necessary part of being a successful manager. Surveys show that employees actually value negative feedback when it’s delivered constructively. But a poor approach can cause resentment and further job disengagement. Here are tips to follow when giving your next review.

Disciplining for harassment? Ensure it’s even-handed

10/10/2024

When disciplining workers for harassing co-workers, make sure the punishment isn’t disproportionate and that you can show similarly situated workers were punished the same way.

Employees have gripes? Hold a peaceful meeting

10/07/2024

Sometimes it’s up to HR to help calm workplace discord by facilitating a meeting where staff can voice their grievances. Follow these guidelines to conduct a group meeting for employees to openly express their concerns without fear of repercussions.

Beyond the rulebook: Combating malicious compliance in your workforce

10/04/2024

When you hear the term “malicious compliance,” you might imagine mischievous employees finding creative ways to bend the rules. However, this workplace phenomenon can have serious consequences for your team and organization if left unchecked.

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