Sabbaticals-they're not just for professors anymore. A growing number of organizations are offering employees the chance to take extended leaves of absence to pursue personal interests. In return, the employer gains goodwill and prevents burnout. The...
Weighing the benefits and risks of hiring overqualified applicants.
In tough economic times, executives and managers are tempted to cut budgets in a number of places--including training. Too often, as in the case of training, the decision to eliminate money is short-term thinking. The economy will improve, and...
Everybody loves e-mail: it's so fast and efficient. But never forget that an e-mail message still means business. And failure to follow proper "netiquette" guidelines can be hazardous to your career....
Multinational employers may operate in diverse economies around the world, but they face certain common global human resource challenges-chief among them the changing concept of retirement and the continuing rise in the cost of health care, according...
Learn how to apply talent management strategically
You would be hard-pressed to find someone who looks forward to performance appraisals in their organization. Performance appraisals are an intimidating experience for both those giving and receiving feedback, but AMA is here to help.
It takes more than a generous benefits package and competitive salaries to attract and retain talented employees today. Savvy HR managers make sure they identify, and then address, the core needs of the people they want to attract....
The process of recruiting, interviewing, and hiring job applicants presents an incredible opportunity to spread the good word about your brand. All it requires is a little bit (OK, a lot) of respect, courtesy, and honesty.
A critical goal for leaders is to deliver on their strategy promises to stakeholders. When leaders understand the relationship affecting strategy, culture, and execution, they can achieve this goal.