Blogs / 2014 / October

Overcoming ‘no’ to get to ‘Yes!’ Does it seem as if selling your services or your talent on interviews is almost impossible, and that you might be better off quitting or not trying any longer? If you are hearing the answer, ‘No’ too many times, ... More...

According to a report on CBS This Morning , law enforcement agencies are now using a screening checklist when they go to a domestic violence call. The officer goes through the questions with the victim of the crime. If a certain number of questions ... More...

Apple and Facebook now cover the cost of freezing eggs for employees. In our feature article, The Frozen Eggs of Happiness, Heather Bussing looks beyond the headlines at the bigger picture. Jason Lauritsen shares his ideas for approaching employee e... More...

It’s October 31 and at 7am I see my Starbucks barista wearing a giant Starbucks cup for Halloween (much like the pictures on the left). She wobbles a bit because of the extra girth but everyone coming through those newly renovated glass doors smil... More...

I have been coaching soccer for 10 years, and I’ve noticed one similarity that spans all ages and experience levels. The teams with players who continually wait to be told where to go, what to do and how to do it, are the ones that consistently lose.... More...

In a post last March we stated: Takeaway: Train your managers and staff in the ins and outs of the ADA; always engage in an interactive process re seeking a reasonable accommodation for employees with disabilities; and do not rely upon stereotypica... More...

Regular readers of the blog know that my assistant, Chrissie, helps me select the videos for the Friday 5-Minute Laugh. This is her dog, Riley, who is definitely not feeling the Halloween spirit. Hopefully, you’re having a better Halloween. If not,... More...

Welcome to my weekly round-up of top leadership and communication blog posts. Each week I read and tweet several great articles and on Fridays I pull some of the best together here on my blog. So in case you’ve missed them, here is this week’s round... More...

The last in the Out of this World series has arrived! Be sure to take a look at 1 and... http://blog.silkroad.com/index.php/2014/10/great-moments-hr-world-3-comic/ More...

The last in the Out of this World series has arrived! Be sure to take a look at 1 and... http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/silkroad-ink-talent-management-blog/~3/3fT78GSFhCM/ More...

Human Resource departments get audited constantly, but it doesn't have to be a scary experience. Here's how to be prepared in the event of an HR audit. HR has a tough job. So much paperwork is created i... More...

As a business, you have an image and reputation to maintain. Your best tool to improve your company’s image is your employees. Train them to help spread your good reputation—one of the best ways to utilize your employees this way is to make sure they... More...

by Traci Pesch Recognize This! – Research shows our brains are built to perceive fairness as rewarding in itself. Any parents out there? What’s the most common refrain you hear from your kids? In my house, it’s “That’s not fair!” It can app... More...

Most leaders don’t want their employees to view them as horrible bosses, but sometimes the best of intentions can prove to be ineffective and alienating for some team members. There are many attributes of horrible bosses that you can avoid, and with ... More...

Come to the Edge “Come to the edge. We might fall. Come to the edge. It's too high! COME TO THE EDGE! And they came, And he pushed, And they flew.” - Christopher Logue I’ve learned over the years that my most effective executive coachi... More...

The Edge Walkers and Resonance Come to the Edge “Come to the edge. We might fall. Come to the edge. It's too high! COME TO THE EDGE! And they came, And he pushed, And they flew.” - Christopher Logue I’ve learned over the years that ... More...

With the job market shrinking and the amount of people with attractive skillsets growing it is time for businesses to make a decision between constantly hiring new employees or developing the skills their current employees have. In many cases the cur... More...

Are you ready to drive innovation that transform your company from good to great or even great to amazing? Learn how, including how to acquire and use the Business Practices Spectrum. http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/StaffingUBlog/~3/J7QqzBfYsxg/ More...

The popularity of games in learning is contributing to the immense growth of the gaming industry. Learning games are fast gaining popularity – in educational as well as corporate circles. Many popular video games are being re-furbished for educationa... More...

I’m always interested to see how companies are doubling down on their employee volunteering programs, and in the process reinventing the possibilities for what these programs can become. Symantec is one of the companies out there that is ap... More...

Contracts with wind, solar power companies driving up electricity bills in Ontario MEDIA CONTACTS: Dr. Ross McKitrick, Senior Fellow, Fraser Institute, (519) 820-1435, ross.mckitrick@gmail.com , @RossMcKitrick Tom Adams, Researcher, (416) 834-7442, ... More...

As Women in Small Business Month draws to a close, author and consultant Julie Winkle Giulioni, author of the Amazon bestseller, Help Them Grow or Watch Them Go, shares some sage advice for busy business owners and entrepreneurs who believe that empl... More...

Bribery, global safety and employee termination are among the key workforce compliance challenges for organizations operating overseas, says XpertHR's new report. NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ (Oct. 30, 2014) - While expanding globally is a sign of suc... More...

Alexandria, VA (October 30, 2014) – In keeping with its 10 Principles for a Responsible U.S. Population Policy, Negative Population Growth (NPG) continues to engage America’s young people in the fight for their future. High school seniors and underg... More...

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