Employee Relations Articles

Business » Human Resources » Employee Relations | By Heyward Ewart @ Tuesday, 24th October 2006 @ 2:45 AM

"Much workplace violence is sparked by stalkers who come to the workplace of their partners or targets and harass or punish them on the job," a new test developer observes. But he says offices, factories, assembly plants, and other businesses are more at risk of employees already there suddenly snapping and creating horror. "Most importantly, we are at higher risk than ever of terrorism, with the perpetrators hidden within the emloyee pool," Dr. Heyward Ewart warns... more...

Business » Human Resources » Employee Relations | By Mike Moore @ Sunday, 22nd October 2006 @ 7:09 PM

It seem that the only time people are open to change is when what they have always done no longer works for them. In other words when our needs are no longer being met by previous behaviors, thought patterns or procedures. Your task as a CEO or manager is to show your staff that this applies to your business as well. When certain procedures and practices no longer meet the needs of your business or organization change is needed. To facilitate this change you must show respect for both... more...

Business » Human Resources » Employee Relations | By Phil Morettini @ Sunday, 22nd October 2006 @ 4:59 PM

I'm going to address a topic that isn't often discussed formally by top management within a business, certainly not out in the open. It's a major topic in HR circles, I'm sure. It's also a major topic, in hushed tones, around the water cooler and during lunch among friends. But regardless of how little formal attention it gets, this is an important issue that exists in nearly every workplace, large and small. While it's not something that gets addressed in managemen... more...

Business » Human Resources » Employee Relations | By Phil Morettini @ Saturday, 21st October 2006 @ 9:49 AM

Among the many interesting things that I get to examine in my Consulting Practice, one of the most fascinating is the differing cultures that are created within Software and Technology companies. Much of a company's culture flows from the attitudes of the founders of the company. But the culture really consists largely of the people who are employed by make up the company. A company's culture is a living, changing concept that is controlled by these employees in aggregate--from the CEO... more...

Business » Human Resources » Employee Relations | By David Gass @ Thursday, 24th August 2006 @ 12:46 PM

As a small business owner, you are probably concerned about crime by employees and its fallout on your business. To safeguard against any losses arising out of crime by employees, insurance companies offer employee dishonesty coverage. This insurance covers loss of money, bonds, or property. It is meant to cover your business against criminal acts of any kind committed by your employees. It could be theft for the employee's financial gain, or willful damage to your property with any... more...

Business » Human Resources » Employee Relations | By David Gass @ Thursday, 24th August 2006 @ 12:35 PM

Businesses have begun to realize the importance and the benefits of employee training and development. When employees are trained properly and assessed periodically, a business definitely improves. Training gets the employees up to date on the latest techniques used and helps the business achieve customer satisfaction and retention. They are better equipped to deal with problems and reduce outsourcing or calling specialists to deal with certain problems. Proper training is necessary for the grow... more...

Business » Human Resources » Employee Relations | By David Gass @ Thursday, 10th August 2006 @ 8:58 PM

Business gifts are a good way to build goodwill toward the company. An appropriate gift creates a professional image for the company and leaves a positive and long-lasting impression of the company. They are an ideal way to show appreciation for the association of the clients and strengthen the relationship between the company and its associates. THey help the company to motivate and retain the employees. An appropriate one is memorable. Appropriateness of the gift depends upon the purpos... more...

Business » Human Resources » Employee Relations | By David Gass @ Thursday, 10th August 2006 @ 10:07 AM

While running a small business, the entrepreneur is often confronted with the issue of managing limited resources to generate the desired outcome, in terms of both quantity and quality. The dire need to expand and at the same time cope with expenses eventually becomes a difficult task for even the most talented individual. Increasing initial expenses and diverse market requisitions impose a sustainability issue on the small-scale businesses. The small business owner must look for ways to cut cos... more...

Business » Human Resources » Employee Relations | By David Gass @ Wednesday, 9th August 2006 @ 9:05 PM

Ask your accounts department to list all the assets of the company and examine their evaluation. Ask your research team to estimate the monthly financial requirements in comparison to the competition. Instruct supervisors to get the requisite production ready. Instruct the direct marketing team to create ample demand. What about human resources? If human resources, falls last on your allocation of time, then you are missing the most basic key to success behind the desired implementation ... more...

Business » Human Resources » Employee Relations | By David Gass @ Tuesday, 8th August 2006 @ 7:14 PM

Corporate gift baskets are extremely popular. They boost the corporate image and create goodwill for the company. Also, this is a good way to reward hard working employees. However, it can be difficult to decide what to put in the gift basket. There are some key considerations to take into account. Two of these considerations are the corporate budget for the baskets and the purpose of the gifts. The key elements of an appropriate gift item are its uniqueness and usability. Therefore, deci... more...

Business » Human Resources » Employee Relations | By Robert Cameron @ Saturday, 5th August 2006 @ 6:55 PM

Would you like to reduce employee turnover? Who wouldn't? Do an internet search of "reduce employee turnover" and you will get lots of technical and complicated advice. Actually reducing turnover is a lot simpler than what many of the articles prescribe. The solution is simple, place the right people in the right job, recognize their performance, reward them occasionally, and treat them with respect. Yes money and benefits are important but study after study proves that they aren... more...

Business » Human Resources » Employee Relations | By Steve Meade @ Wednesday, 26th July 2006 @ 1:17 PM

Festivities and fun are just around the corner. Yes, holiday season will soon be here and it's time to plan for your company holiday party! Yeahhh! Oh Dread! I know, I know, you go to all the trouble of hiring an expensive caterer to plan a nice meal for your employees, you rent a really great banquet room, you plan your skits, you get your awards and recognition lined up, and then you make the BIG MISTAKE... You hire another DJ. Are you like most companies? Have you had a dj ... more...

Business » Human Resources » Employee Relations | By Tony Colon @ Tuesday, 11th July 2006 @ 11:57 PM

To make a blended eMentoring & eLearning initiative a reality, a healthcare organization would need a web-based, total communication solution which would allow individuals to collaborate anywhere and anytime for improved productivity. Specific collaboration tools would include: Email, Instant Messaging, Video Conferencing, Desktop Sharing, Co-browsing, File Sharing, Internet Phone with Voicemail, Group Collaboration, Discussion Groups, Web Collaboration, and Virtual Classrooms. In partic... more...

Business » Human Resources » Employee Relations | By Helmut Flasch @ Tuesday, 4th July 2006 @ 9:46 AM

There are perhaps as many reasons why work does not get done as there are unfinished tasks laying around. But lets talk about two major reasons and I guarantee you if and when you fix them, life starts getting easier because work is getting done. By the way, one always assumes "work getting done" means that the particular work done actually bring about a product, which is really needed and can be valued by someone else as useful. And only then will another be willing to pay for it... more...

Business » Human Resources » Employee Relations | By Steve Meade @ Monday, 26th June 2006 @ 8:13 AM

Imagine a comedy show at your next event so hilarious - your guests talk about it - and are still laughing about it years later... Imagine the scene... You're at your company's holiday party and your CEO gets up after dinner, thanks everyone for attending the party, and then goes on to announce... "And tonight ladies and gentlemen, for your entertainment, we have hired a comedy hypnotist - so get ready to laugh and have a great time!" Suddenly this guy appears fro... more...

Business » Human Resources » Employee Relations | By Kevin Dark @ Friday, 23rd June 2006 @ 3:01 AM

As more and more people are being laid off and replaced by technology, more and more people are finding themselves unemployed. It is sometimes difficult to find a new job in today’s competitive job market. Every year thousands of people are turning to employment agencies as a way to aid them in their job search. Employment agencies specialize in placing individuals with companies that would be a good fit. These agencies have access to thousands of companies that are looking for employees. B... more...

Business » Human Resources » Employee Relations | By Jeff Casmer @ Tuesday, 6th June 2006 @ 6:11 AM

So you are hiring new employees and have narrowed your stack of resumes to the 10 or so top candidates, now it's time to start setting up interviews. If you dread this portion of the process, you're not alone. Fortunately, there are some ways to put both yourself and the candidates at ease - and make sure you get all the information you need to make a smart decision. Start by preparing a list of basic interview questions in advance. While you won't read off this list like a robot,... more...

Business » Human Resources » Employee Relations | By Tony Colon @ Wednesday, 22nd March 2006 @ 3:02 PM

A productive nurse mentoring program requires time, effort, and commitment - resources no registered nurse or healthcare-related organization can afford to waste these days. With web-based mentoring software, it cuts attrition in half in less than six months and streamlines the administration of nursing mentorship in direct care, education, administrative and research work environments. Mentoring new nurses helps acclimate them to their new job roles and corporate environment. It boosts ... more...

Business » Human Resources » Employee Relations | By Tom Perkins @ Saturday, 4th March 2006 @ 5:52 AM

After more than 13 years since passage of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), employers are still asking questions about workers' rights under FMLA and how to effectively implement the law. We have provided a concise overview to the current law and what employers effected by the law should know. What is the Family Medical Leave Act? The Family and Medical Leave Act is a federal law which provides certain employees with up to 12 workweeks of unpaid, job-protected leave a yea... more...

Business » Human Resources » Employee Relations | By Tom Perkins @ Wednesday, 22nd February 2006 @ 10:45 PM

Employment discrimination laws seek to prevent discrimination based on race, sex, religion, national origin, physical disability, and age by employers. Discriminatory practices include exhibiting a bias in hiring, promotion, job assignment, termination, compensation, and various forms of harassment. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission reported 72,302 individual discrimination charge filings in 1992. By 2004, the number had grown to 79,432. As a Human Resource Manager or ... more...