Your HR Career

4 better queries than ‘How are you?’

01/10/2019

Writing for Forbes, Jim Ludema and Amber Johnson point out that the only reason most of us ask this question is because it would appear impolite not to ask. They offer a list of alternative questions.

Set goals: Look at past, present & future

01/02/2019

The start of each year is an opportunity to set goals and a timeline in which to accomplish them. How do you go about identifying your goals?

The HR I.Q. Test: January ’19

12/31/2018

Here’s your monthly quiz on HR news and trends.

Managing to stay out of court: 2019 employment-law quiz

12/18/2018

The number of lawsuits filed by employees has spiked in recent years, and often those lawsuits are caused by one simple supervisor mistake or misunderstanding of employment law. How well do you know your legal duties as a manager?

The HR I.Q. Test: December ’18

12/01/2018

Here’s your monthly quiz on HR news and trends.

React to a co-worker’s demands

11/29/2018

You want to be a team player, but what if your co-worker walks into your workstation or shoots you an email demanding that you do something? If the person doesn’t have the authority to tell you what to do, take this advice.

Beware the 6 deadly sins of bad management

11/26/2018

According to an Inc. report, here are the six most common management mistakes that lead to turnover—all avoidable if the right actions are taken.

What should the day after a layoff look like?

11/25/2018

After a layoff, most organizations try to get back to business as usual.

Why you need to stop talking to start leading

11/08/2018

By giving my clients that airtime, I’m able to understand their challenges, relate to their needs and extend the empathy they badly want and need. For me, listening is how l learn. For my clients, it’s a way to show I value them.

Sound Bites: November ’18

11/01/2018

Cut the repetition … Keep them from tossing your card … Practicing small talk … Is the 5-second rule for real?