Millennials (myself included) are creeping up on older generations in the workplace. This White House Council of Economic Advisers report shows we are the largest generation in the workforce today. Furthermore, we will comprise over 75% of the workforce by 2030. As boomers continue to retire, workplace dynamics will continue to change - and certainly in no small [...]
It’s often been said that the most important asset of a business walks out the door every day, and it’s true: human capital holds the key to continuing and building upon any successful venture (hence the importance of selecting the best candidates in the first place). One of the quickest ways to negatively impact a business, though, is through [...]
Cracking the Code to Happiness and Health We all strive for happiness, fulfillment, and meaning in life. But what actually keeps us happy and healthy as we walk through life? The secret is simple: great relationships with other people. This conclusion stems from a 75-year study on adult development directed by psychiatrist Robert Waldinger. The [...]
Organizations are slow for many reasons. Obtaining optimal efficiency in the workforce is on every organization’s bucket list. For the bottom line, it means maximum results with the least amount invested. This can become a key selling point when it comes to earning the attention of investors or creditors. For human resource managers, it means [...]
You can call them contractors, temps, or consultants. Sometimes they can be outsourced labor, virtual assistants, or freelancers. Whatever the term or contractual format, they are not considered regular "employees" of your company or organization but temporary, outsourced labor that fulfills a temporal need or is someone who is on trial for a real job [...]
How to Win Friends and Influence People. One of the most instructive books I've ever read on human relations is How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie. Mr. Carnegie developed this book over the course of many years, having done an incredible amount of research and experimentation. Throughout the book, the famous Mr. Carnegie provides [...]
Leadership skills for your employees Some are born a leader, some learn how to be a leader, and some are put in a position of leadership whether it was their choice or not. Whatever the case may, leadership is needed in every organization and at every level, from CEO to regular employee. Like a highly [...]
