by Caroline | Sep 23, 2016 | Compensation and Benefits, Hiring, HR Strategy, Interviewing, Leadership, Management, People Evaluation, Recruiting
Here’s a question that every HR professional knows to ask a candidate and every DIY-er probably never did: “Have you thought about what you’re going to tell your current employer when he asks why you’re leaving?” What!? You ask. What a crazy question! Why on earth...
by Caroline | Jan 14, 2015 | Company Culture, Compensation and Benefits, Culture, Management, rewards, teamwork
One of the main reasons New Year’s resolutions fail is that people bite off more than they can chew. Like they’re going to completely overhaul their diet and exercise and sleep and stress habits, all at one time. Failure is inevitable. Business owners do the same...
by Caroline | Jan 29, 2014 | Company Culture, Compensation and Benefits, Hiring, Management, rewards
Last week I talked about the benefits employers tend to give that look free—like gym memberships—but can actually wind up raising employees’ taxable income. But employers have to find some way to sweeten the pot so the most talented, skilled people will want to work...
by Caroline | Jan 22, 2014 | Company Culture, Compensation and Benefits, Hiring, Management, Recruiting, rewards
Many company leaders want to provide a smorgasbord of perks to keep their teams motivated and in love with the company. What those perks are depends on the company’s vision, goals, industry sector, employee population, client base and even location. It’s a...
