The key to annual performance reviews that produce real results are employee self-evaluation forms. Self-evaluations increase the likelihood that employees will internalize and act on suggestions for growth from their supervisors. This article briefly...
Thoughtful career planning is the difference between dreading how you spend each day and being excited by it. Managers who encourage their teams to create and follow through on career plans are rewarded with employees who contribute innovatively with ...
Not too long ago, the idea of offering employees unlimited vacation days might have been seen as excessive or the potential cause of lower productivity in the workplace. However, nowadays, a growing number of employers are considering unlimited vacati...
The human resources department is responsible for designing and implementing HR programs and policies that help company leaders better manage the workforce. HR managers often play a role that is both strategic and operational, with an overall goal of ...
Having come a long way since traditional “personnel,” HR is a critical business function that helps companies succeed in hiring employees, keeping them engaged, and supporting their growth and development. Given the many activities in the workplace th...
Having an effective HRIS is a top focus for any organization. In fact, a global survey of HR executives found that most respondents were either planning to purchase a new HRIS (43 percent) or had implemented a new one within the last five years (45 pe...
In an ever-evolving business environment, it’s challenging for companies to plan ahead and anticipate their future needs. That said, a strategic workforce plan can ensure you’re prepared for what’s next and that all the right talent and skills are in ...
Company reorgs aren’t any fun. Sure, there’s hope that the light at the end of the tunnel will be worth it, but the process of continuing business during the reorg can be painful. Employees are generally uptight, management is stressed, resources are ...
Mergers and acquisitions aren’t only happening at the handful of big-name companies making the headlines; they’re also taking place between companies of many sizes and in many industries. According to the Institute for Mergers, Acquisitions and Allian...
A recent survey revealed that more than 70 percent of tech employees do not trust the HR department. Yikes. Unfortunately, this sentiment is fairly common in the workplace. HR is often accused of protecting the best interests of the employer, rather t...