Research: 98% of employers pay bonuses
WorldatWork found that 98% of organizations now use some form of bonus program, a significant rise from 93% in 2021.
Phil Ash
‘Right to disconnect’ might be next employee-protection trend
The smartphones we carry in our pockets and purses give us 24/7/365 access to work-related phone calls, emails and texts—which gives our bosses 24/7/365 access to us. Thus, many managers expect their employees to be available to instantly respond to questions or solve problems. That is taking a ment
Reference agreed to talk about candidate? Here are questions you can legally ask
Having a list of references won’t do you any good if you can’t get them to open up to you about a job applicant. But if you are able to get an applicant’s former supervisor on the line, you’re halfway there.
Survey: Proposed tariffs could trigger layoffs, slow hiring
Almost 30% of employers say they’re preparing to cut labor costs in anticipation of President-elect Trump’s promise to impose tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico and China.
Breaking free from autopilot with action and intention
At the heart of creating change are two fundamental elements: intention and action. Simple in concept but powerful in practice, these forces work together to drive meaningful progress. As we better understand how they interact, we can more effectively create the changes we want to see.
The superpower of attention: Conquering the art of listening
Engaging in a conversation is more than just hearing words; it’s about immersing yourself in their meaning. Your undivided attention becomes a powerful tool of connection, understanding and influence. Leadership expert Kevin Eikenberry captures this perfectly: “Being fully present is listening on st
5 strategies to make on-site return-to-office mandates work
Today, just 34% of the workforce is in-office for most of the week. Less than half of employers —48%—require staff be on-site for two to three days a week. Only 4% require employees to be on-site four days a week.
Discover your lifeline for information overload
Have you ever felt like you or your team were drowning in information? We have more information available, and it is more easily accessible than ever. Rarely today do we need more information. What we need is more wisdom.
From bottlenecks to breakthroughs: Rethinking project management
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 pr
Context: One of the most important traits leaders must share
When you think of things managers must share with employees, you likely jump to vision, goals, strategies, plans and feedback. As important as all those items are, the best managers share context first. To do this is to let people know more about the situation they are considering.