communication
October 3, 2023
Employee Benefits: Tips for a Successful Open Enrollment
Open enrollment is a critical period for HR managers and employees, especially given the evolving healthcare landscape and the changing nature of work. Rising healthcare costs, persistent inflation, hybrid work models, and increased employee expectations have reshaped the open enrollment ...
September 19, 2023
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion | Creating a Culture that Promotes Trial and Error
Leaders’ reactions to mistakes can shape an organization’s culture. Blame-based responses often lead to resentment and unproductive behavior, while blameless cultures foster learning and growth. Leaders in a blameless culture focus on understanding the root causes of issues and taking ...
September 5, 2023
Dear HR Manager from Struggling Manager
Dear HR Manager, How do I give my team feedback without a performance review? I am a new manager, and I can see that several of my team members need guidance. I don’t want them to think I am picking on them, as I have experienced those uncomfortable conversations. I want to be a good... ...
August 15, 2023
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion | Encouraging Employee Growth and Engagement: Embrace Passion Projects
In today’s evolving work landscape, organizations recognize the value of encouraging employees to pursue passion projects. These projects go beyond regular job responsibilities and allow individuals to explore personal interests and talents. By embracing and supporting passion projects, ...
August 1, 2023
Dear HR Manager from Key Questions
Dear HR Manager: My team needs to be more consistent when we are interviewing and want to ask key questions to develop a well-rounded view of the candidate and compare answers. What are three key questions to ask when interviewing job candidates? – Key Questions Dear Key Questions, Conducting ...
July 18, 2023
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion | Gen Z: The Future of Work is Face-to-Face
Generation Z – people born between 1997 and 2012 – have had a difficult start to their career. The COVID-19 pandemic rocked the world just as these workers joined the workforce. Instead of “suiting up” for the office, many started their careers from home or in a hybrid structure. Many have ...
July 4, 2023
Dear HR Manager from Big Idea
Dear HR Manager, My team’s workload has increased exponentially, and we need a dedicated project manager. I want to propose a new position, but also want to be the person in that role. How do I pitch this big idea to my boss? – Big Idea Dear Big Idea, The best way to prepare for...
June 13, 2023
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion | Radical Offboarding
Employers put effort into communicating their brand to attract new talent. What if you put the same amount of effort into offboarding voluntary departures? Turn each exit into an opportunity to celebrate the contributions of departing team members. Employee exits are a natural part of the ...
June 6, 2023
Workplace Culture | Storytelling: Do You Hear the Beat?
Stories are all around you. People tell themselves stories all the time. Your manager, teams, and clients are 22 times more likely to remember new data if it is wrapped in a story. They are the glue that holds your ideas together. But people tend to spend little time purposefully honing ...
May 2, 2023
Dear HR Manager from Ready for a Mentor
Dear HR Manager, I am a few years into my first job and want to find a mentor. How do I find someone who will help me at this stage of my career? – Ready for a Mentor Dear Ready for a Mentor, Mentorship has evolved. Today, instead of one life-long mentor, savvy employees are...
