By Sandra Hoyle-Smith, SPHR bio President Obama and Secretary Perez recently announced the publication of the Department of Labor's final rule updating the overtime regulations, which will automatically extend overtime pay protections to over 4 million workers within the first year of implementation. What does this mean for you? Between now and December 1st, you will … [Read more...] about How the FLSA’s updated rules regarding overtime affects your firm
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How to get poor performers to commit to improved behavior—without confrontation
Perhaps the most difficult part of being a manager is talking to an employee about poor performance. No manager enjoys the confrontation. But poor performance will continue and likely worsen if left unaddressed. Here's an outline of how to take on that most unpleasant job. It's explained by JoAn Majors, a speaker on people skills. Majors is also author of the book, "Encourage … [Read more...] about How to get poor performers to commit to improved behavior—without confrontation
Use this one simple form and quickly build a positive workforce
This idea comes not from a law firm but from a manager in a medical practice. It's a way not only to end negative attitudes among staff but also to keep a positive attitude going indefinitely. It was developed by Sharon Hunter who manages Granbury Internal Medical Associates in Granbury, TX, and it's what she terms an "applause sheet." It's just a half-page form that she … [Read more...] about Use this one simple form and quickly build a positive workforce