The world is slowly emerging from – or at least getting used to – a 2+ year pandemic that has disrupted almost every facet of our lives. Some people want to quickly return to the way things were, but many are pushing for a post-pandemic “new normal”. But, what does a “new normal” mean for…
Read MoreWith the recent and very impactful spike in gas prices, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced on June 9th an upcoming increase in the optional standard mileage rate for business use of employees’ vehicles. The rate will increase by 4 cents, from 58.5 to 62.5 cents per mile, and will be effective July 1st through…
Read MoreWe’ve heard a lot about Millennials over the last decade. But, if you have an employee aged 18 to 25 in your workplace, you are employing the beginning of Generation Z and it’s wise to get in tune with what makes them tick. Who is Generation Z? The rough consensus is they were born from…
Read MoreThe U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has federal laws that protect employees from being discriminated against at work because of their race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, color, or gender identity. The fact is, there are other types of bias or discrimination in the workplace that employers also need to be aware of and create…
Read MoreWe all want our direct reports and peers to be able to take feedback and constructive criticism well. But some of us may need to polish how we give feedback so that it is productive and doesn’t cause resentment. workhuman.com provides some great suggestions for giving feedback – without the stress. These tips apply whether…
Read MoreMental illness has affected humankind, and business, forever. It has many different forms – depression, anxiety, stress, substance use/abuse, anger, and many other afflictions. Fortunately, now the conversation has started and the stigma of needing mental health support is decreasing. For that, we owe thanks in part to many public figures willing to talk about…
Read MoreIn a time when companies are scrambling to find top talent to fill open positions, management is now having to think outside the box in terms of benefits – even before a potential employee comes on board. This is where a relocation package or assistance could come in. There are many relocation services that can…
Read MoreIt’s still prime time for recruiting graduates from the Class of 2022! Today’s college graduates have spent up to half of their college experience in a pandemic, so what was important to graduates five years ago is different than what is important to them today. A survey of more than 2,500 upcoming 2022 graduates was…
Read MoreThe last full week of April each year is Administrative Professionals Week, and every Wednesday of that week is Administrative Professionals Day, designated to recognize the important contributions that administrative professionals make each year to our economy and workplace. Gift Ideas for Your Administrative Professional: There are so many ways to recognize your company’s administrative…
Read MoreManagers are a key part of any organization. Good managers can have a huge positive impact, and are a reason employees stay at companies. Bad managers can do a lot of harm, and are a reason employees leave. Business Management Daily, a division of Capitol Information Group, Inc. provides a quick 50-question quiz focusing on…
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