Spend a little time as an HR professional and sooner or later you are bound to be put in charge of developing or revising an employee handbook. Depending on where you work, it may be referred to as a policy and procedure manual. Is there a difference? If so, what? Have you ever seen an […]
Read MoreWhen was the last time you updated your employee handbook? Y2K? Obama’s first term? When Breaking Bad was on TV? It wouldn’t surprise us…you finally get one distributed and before you know it, years have passed. The beginning of the new year is a good time to take a look at it and make any […]
Read MoreIn today’s increasingly busy workplace, many managers find themselves working longer hours in an attempt to meet the demands and pressures of their position. This has left many managers feeling stressed and overwhelmed. Do you ever feel stressed and frustrated because of: Missed deadlines and commitments? Forgotten details and lost paperwork? Projects not running as […]
Read MoreHappy Halloween! It is hard to believe we are already at the end of October and beginning the 2017 holiday season. Rather than list out the various holidays celebrated by different people throughout these two months, we wanted to provide some general reminders to help you plan your holiday season. We encourage you to ensure […]
Read MoreConflicts in the workplace can be uncomfortable for everyone and lead to a negative office environment. Fortunately, understanding a few reasons conflict arises can help prevent the problems and encourage employees and managers to overcome these difficulties. Some of the common causes of workplace conflict may be: Personality differences. Employees come from different backgrounds and […]
Read MoreInterpersonal skills are also known as “people skills”. By forming interpersonal relationships with customers and employees, you are able to acknowledge the feelings of others and convey respect. You can also focus on the positive outcomes of varied viewpoints, while nurturing professional growth. Your ability to realize optimum performance from employees is greatly enhanced by […]
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