Leadership
You may have left your school halls, but bullying is alive and well in the workplace!
The nonprofit Workplace Bullying Institute (WBI) released results from its Workplace Bullying Survey that indicate bullying is a prevalent issue in the workplace. Here are some of the highlights from the survey: 35% of workers have experienced bullying firsthand 15% witnessed bullying 62% of bullies are men 58% of targets are women 68% of bullying…
Read MoreFact Finding, Why and What Does it Mean?
Last night a longtime friend of mine reached out for HR advice and thankfully I was able to provide some perspective. There may be different names for the fact-finding process, be it a Study or an Investigation but in the end it all comes down to one thing; did the employer respond to the claim by…
Read MoreWhat does a Best and Brightest employer look like?
In reflection of yesterday’s 6th Annual Awards Symposium for Chicago’s “101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For“, it is inspiring to see leaders in human resources from across Chicago gather to recognize best practices in the field. It brings to mind a quote from John Quincy Adams, “If your actions inspire others to dream more,…
Read MoreChin Up!
A wise woman, Marilyn vos Savant once stated, “Being defeated is often a temporary condition. Giving up is what makes it permanent.” In today’s business landscape there are many who may feel defeated. Whenever possible, reassure your staff, your team and yourself if necessary. Avoid discouragement with encouragement and a look to the future. Whether…
Read MoreLead or Be Led?
This was a recently posted question within the HR LinkedIn Group and it is food for thought. As I pondered it personally it became evident to me that the two need not be mutually exclusive of one another. For example, HR leadership is integral to the value of an organization. Equally integral are the people…
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