Only 6.4% of Fortune 500 companies are run by female CEOs, and while there is incremental progress — there are 32 female CEOs this year, the highest percentage ever, compared with only 21 last year — the rate of change can feel excruciatingly slow. But what if there were a way to make breakthrough progress by applying research-based tools…
DetailsOffice problems range from workflow inefficiencies to personality conflicts. Employees often have front-row seats to observe this kind of drama and system failure but may not feel empowered to discuss issues with managers or executives who have the power to intervene. While reluctance to rock the boat is understandable, workers should realize that…
DetailsEverybody dreads having those “difficult conversations” with employees about personal issues. Here are some examples of how they can be handled gracefully — including the actual words to use. Paul Falcone, VP of Employee Relations for Time Warner Cable in Los Angeles and a respected author on employee management, gave an in-depth presentation on…
DetailsWhen it comes to an employer making a good impression on a new employee, the first few days are crucial. But many onboarding programs can still come across as an afterthought. The good news is, you don’t have to revamp your entire onboarding process to make a new hire feel welcome. Chris Ronzio,…
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