Articles in Human Resources
because they matter
Published by on April 17th 2009
This weekend, I will be serving as a counselor at a student retreat at my church. The retreat is for middle and high school girls. As we’ve prepared, I’ve had visions running through my head . . .
Work Authorization
Published by on April 3rd 2009
Today’s blog is strictly operational and pertains to new forms that employers must begin using effective today for all newly hired employees. The form, called an I-9, is used to verify identity and authorization to work in the United States.
Personality Profiles and Staff Selection
Published by on April 1st 2009
Ever considered using some type of talent assessment tool in your hiring process?
Your Performance Has Been Adequate. You May Leave Now.
Published by on March 20th 2009
The popular TV series, “The Office” is a leadership treasure trove of how not to lead. And yet anyone who has ever had a job can relate and see the humor in this show! We all know someone who’s got a little Michael or Dwight or Jim in them. Recently, I saw an episode entitled Performance Reviews. Poor Dwight pulls out all the stops in preparing for his annual review and when he walks into Michael’s office, Michael says, “Your performance has been adequate. You may leave now. Good-bye.”
Feedback
Published by on March 6th 2009
Do you get that sick feeling in your stomach when you know you need to speak with someone on staff about poor behavior or a problem with their work? Maybe they are habitually late to meetings or maybe they told a completely inappropriate joke at staff lunch today. It can seem easier to just avoid it and pray it doesn’t happen again!
A Tale of Two Buckets
Published by on February 6th 2009
I recently heard a great story that I want to share. I guess it really spoke to me because I’ve been spending a lot of time lately, thinking about how important it is to keep control of our words and actions. Consider challenging yourself with this analogy.
