Today’s employees have different preferences on how they want to receive performance feedback. In some cases, the traditional annual performance evaluation is giving way to an approach that emphasizes managers and supervisors providing employees ongoing feedback throughout the year. “It is the contemporary way of doing things,” says Tonja Sowder, vice president of human resources…
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The shootings at the Henry Pratt Co. plant in Aurora, Ill. are a tragic reminder of how deadly confrontations in the workplace are all too real. These types of situations give employers a more heightened awareness about the possibility for violence to occur. But steps can be taken to help lessen the risk, human resources…
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More respect. More say in company decisions. A seat at the executive conference table. These are the things most managers, department heads and team leads want. At the same time, C-suite executives want their leaders to be more strategic and proactive. Here are six actionable ways you can increase your strategic leadership skills AND impact…
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Note: This part of a series of stories aimed at encouraging businesses to think proactively about safety. Safety is the responsibility of everyone within a company. While management sets safety policies and procedures, it’s up to employees to keep safe themselves and others around them by following those protocols. Management and employees working in…
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Note: This part of a series of stories aimed at encouraging businesses to think proactively about safety. Creating a culture of safety doesn’t come without some work from a company’s management and its employees. A collaborative approach, however, can lead to lower instances of workplace injuries and workers’ compensation claims. Adhering to these seven…
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Being intentional about your organization’s culture is good for your staff, customers and, of course, your bottom line. Open communication, being inclusive, leading by example, living the company’s values, working with purpose and focusing on people over profits are all ways to build a company culture your employees will love. What is Workplace Culture? A…
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