What should your PTO policy look like? Who doesn’t spend some time daydreaming about their next vacation? But as a business owner or HR professional, you also have think about your employees’ vacations and what your company’s leave policies will look like. You have a number of options when it comes to leave, but one that’s become increasingly popular is paid time […]
Why you need a sexual harassment policy More than a third of women say they’ve experienced sexual harassment in the workplace, according to one report. As an employer, having a sexual harassment policy is crucial in both discouraging inappropriate behavior and protecting yourself if something happens at your workplace. Read on to understand why you need a policy and what should be […]
Dealing with discontent: Managing your company's grievance procedure No matter how idyllic your workplace is, no organization is perfect. From minor issues to major conflicts, every company must contend with discord to some degree. How you handle workplace problems can have a big effect—positive or negative—on your company’s operations and image. So, where do you start? Here are some tips to keep in […]
Explanation and sample: Termination letter One of the most difficult decisions a manager must make is whether to cut their losses and fire an employee. Sometimes staff needs to be cut in the form of layoffs, but other times it’s for poor performance or misconduct. Whatever the reason for the termination, you want to make sure you’re honest and direct, […]
Make your employee evaluation form work for you Most managers claim to know exactly who their top performers are, as well as those who need to pick up the pace. Sometimes it’s obvious, but other times the contributions of your top talent may go unnoticed. Do you really know how your employees stack up, and whether they’re meeting or exceeding your expectations? In […]
How to make a promotion announcement As a senior manager, you couldn’t be more thrilled with your top employee’s hard work and selfless motivation to make everyone around her better. She didn’t ask for a promotion, but she definitely deserves it and now you’re ready to name her to a management-level position. But you really should keep the champagne on ice […]
How to write a welcome email to new employees The transition from one job (or unemployment) to another is always at least a little challenging. After the initial excitement of getting the position, your new hire will be looking forward to their first day and maybe a little nervous at the same time. You want to make them feel as welcome and prepared as […]
Getting a handle on new hire paperwork After months of digging through resumes for that diamond in the rough, followed by multiple rounds of interviews, your company is now fully staffed. Your new team members start on Monday and you’re excited to get them going right away. But before you do that, you’re going to need to make sure all of their […]
Writing a recommendation letter: Format and suggestions The hardest part of hiring great employees is letting them go. However, the time may come when some of your top performers decide to leave. Have you thought about what you’d do if they — or any of your employees — ask you for a recommendation? Assuming you agree to provide one, the next step […]
Q&A: Author Amy J. Radin Says Leaders Who Want to Innovate Need a Change Maker Mindset No matter the size or sector, every company feels the pressure to forge new ideas while driving revenue. Author Amy J. Radin explains how change makers can lead this much-needed innovation.