An important thing to consider is how much initiative employees in a learning mode need to show. Once the levels have been discussed, the employees will be in a better position to select a level that is most comfortable for them and most productive for their employer. Level 1: Wait for direction – Expecting someone […]

While recruitment and retention continue to be worrisome management issues, wage and benefit equity is rapidly becoming a critical factor. Unfortunately, in an over heated rush to act decisively, managers may shift into survival mode without giving much thought to the long-term consequences of a short-term financial fix. The following examples illustrate my point. Manufacturer […]

Watch closely next time a change is announced and you’ll notice that people react in three different ways. The proactive type view change as an opportunity to try news things and make needed improvements. They value innovation and respond positively to difficult situations, collective concerns and personal challenges. Others are reactive and immediately start working […]

Trying to manage people in a hostile workplace is best done incrementally—one person at a time. Eventually, your followers will understand that taking responsibility for their own actions is not as scary as they thought. Once a subordinate understands that you are willing to overlook his mistakes so long as he claims responsibility for his […]

The life of any organization—its principles, ethics, style, values, and morality—is shaped by the interactions between labor and management. In analyzing what is likely to hamper these interactions, we can identify two sets of problems: one centered around management and the other on employees. Employee-centered problems Management-centered problems What we need is less soul selling […]

Whining is a universally recognized form of protest that is triggered by disruption. Frustrated subordinates resort to whining to get management’s attention. Given the demanding nature of the modern corporation, where employees are frequently pressured to change quickly and still respond accurately, it’s no wonder the workforce is whining. In today’s fast-paced workplace, employees sometimes […]

As economic and social conditions change, the pressure to be flexible and responsive will continue to mount. People in leadership roles will be expected to foresee what’s ahead and to make on-the-job adjustments without losing momentum.  The future vitality of your organization will depend on its ability to respond to disruption with minimum upheaval. Selecting […]