By Lynne Curry bio
Your youngest employees grew up fast. September 11 happened in 2001, when the oldest of them was six. They’ve known severe economic recession, the War on Terror and global warming…
INSIGHT
Can you turn Gen Yers into solid workers? And are you ready for Gen Z?
June 18, 2018 by
MANAGING STAFF
Got troublesome staff? These five easy rules may make your job easier
June 18, 2018 by
Here are five easy rules that will make the job of managing difficult people a little easier—or at least make it go more smoothly…
YOUR CAREER
9 critical rules for managing former peers when you get promoted
June 18, 2018 by
Just promoted to administrator from within the ranks? Congratulations . . . and beware. It’s not easy to manage former…
HIRING
Easy-to-use interview system guarantees a good match between secretary and attorney
June 18, 2018 by
For secretarial interviews, an Ohio administrator uses the approach that includes everything—attorney input, staff input and even observations from…
INSIGHT
Start planning now so you can get the most out of the slow days of summer
June 8, 2018 by
By Elizabeth M. Miller bio
Summer is fast approaching, and with that the inevitable slow-down of the court dockets as judges and judicial assistants make their escape over summer vacation. There are many ways to make efficient use of…
MANAGING THE OFFICE
4 elements of a successful summer intern program
June 8, 2018 by
What makes a successful summer recruiting program?
A Philadelphia firm whose program is consistently ranked among the top five firms attributes…
READER TIPS
Orientation program sends new hires in the right direction
June 8, 2018 by
Staff orientation ensures a good start on the job. No matter what the work, the employer/employee relationship is made or broken in the first 90 days, says the director of administration at a 37-attorney office in California. It’s during those first three months that people conclude either…
MANAGING THE OFFICE
How to maintain a well-rested staff and reduce the risk of costly mistakes
June 8, 2018 by
It’s time for a wake-up call: Nearly three-quarters (74 percent) of U.S. employees say they work while tired, with nearly one-third (31 percent) saying they do so very often, according to a new survey by staffing firm…
MOTIVATING STAFF
5 proven ways to motivate your staff without spending money
June 3, 2018 by
Motivation isn’t a matter of money. It’s a matter of management, says business and leadership coach Monica Wofford of Contagious Companies in…
INSIGHT
Setting up new employees for long-term success
June 1, 2018 by
By Piyush Patel bio
So you’ve finally found the perfect candidate to fill that role. You’ve spent endless hours reviewing resumes, conducting interviews, and now you’ve found a great person who is ready to join…
