SHRM research: 35% say work harms mental health
The findings highlight “the urgent need for organizations to address mental health issues proactively,” a SHRM statement said.
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Limited leadership-development funds? Focus on coaching
Has the economy taken a toll on leadership development at your organization? If so, you are far from alone. With the majority of leadership-development professionals expecting their budgets to stay the same or decrease in 2024, thoughts turn to how best to use those limited funds. The number one top
Laugh it off: Using humor can wield positive results
While the corporate landscape may seem too serious for levity, the truth is a manager with a sense of humor can transform the workplace culture and enhance team productivity. However, walking the fine line between appropriate and inappropriate humor is crucial.
Use Mental Health Awareness Month as an opportunity to provide employee resources
According to a report released by the surgeon general last year, people’s mental and physical health is suffering from a lack of social connection, and studies have shown that loneliness is just as deadly as smoking. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and you can use the next few weeks to help yo
Team conflict resolution: Know when to referee
Disputes between employees are common and inevitable. The difficult decision is when to step in, says Joseph F. Byrnes, professor of management at Bentley College’s Graduate School in Waltham, Mass.
4 ways to foster critical thinking in team members
Looking to develop a confident, competent staff of effective problem-solvers and decision-makers? Place a premium on critical thinking skills. Encouraging people to objectively analyze and evaluate issues before forming judgments leads to generating a greater range of solid possibilities and making
Here’s how to support employees with leadership interests
Part of your role as a manager is to create a talent pipeline—a path for career advancement. Supporting team members benefits not only their personal growth and job satisfaction but also the organization through higher engagement and talent retention. Here are seven strategies to help you nurture th
Final overtime rule: OT salary threshold to hit $58,656 on Jan. 1, with interim hike to $43,888 on July 1
Exempt employees earning less than $58,656 per year on Jan. 1, 2025, will be entitled to overtime pay when they work more than 40 hours in a workweek under a long-awaited final rule issued April 23 by the Department of Labor.
Beware co-worker harassment of transgender employees
Late last year, the EEOC issued proposed guidance on gender-identity discrimination and harassment, with final guidance due soon. Based on the proposed guidance, we know the EEOC views slights against transgender employees to be a form of sex-based harassment. Now it has filed a lawsuit that claims
Real conversations: How to address a boss who micromanages you
As a manager who keeps up with leadership trends, you are often warned not to micromanage your employees. But you have a boss, too, and what happens when they are the offending party? Luckily, HR and management expert Paul Falcone offers some advice.