Tag: communication

To Solve Millennial Misconceptions, Work Together at All Levels of the Organization

By Guest Columnist Mar 23, 2017 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: Jan 7, 2018

There is so much written about Millennials and their supposed character traits: a sense of entitlement (e.g., expecting a promotion without “paying their dues”), a questionable work ethic (e.g., coming in late and leaving early), and a lack of loyalty (i.e., being job hoppers). Not all organizations are actually having these experiences with Millennial employees. However, I suspect that some hiring managers have a misconception about Millennials based on what they are reading versus actually experiencing it for themselves.

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How to Fix a Fear-Based Work Culture (Before It’s Too Late)

By Guest Columnist Mar 15, 2017 Talent

Updated: Jan 7, 2018

Fear-based work cultures are more common than you might think. In some cases, the culture stems from the top down, and HR leaders, despite their best efforts, are unable to make a dent in the systemic issue. However, in most cases, fear-based work cultures aren’t set in stone. Even the most unapproachable chief executives take heart when their culture receives negative reviews and publicity, and impacts their bottom line.

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How Leaders Can Improve Company Culture After a Reorganization

By Guest Columnist Mar 6, 2017 Talent

Updated: Jan 7, 2018

Once news of an impending reorganization hits a company, the environment of that company changes almost immediately. However, there are steps that leaders within the organization can take—before, during, and immediately following a reorganization—that can salvage the culture of the company and help those that remain to feel secure and invested in the company.

What’s the Skill Your Managers Need to Improve On Most?

By HR Daily Advisor Staff Mar 2, 2017 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: Jan 7, 2018

The skills associated with good management include communication, leadership, and expertise. However, a new survey is showing that most managers lack these skills. Strong communication skills are necessary at every career stage, but especially for those in leadership positions. How does your management team stack up in the eyes of your employees?

Which three fictional characters best describe you?

By Dan Oswald Feb 27, 2017 Oswald Letter

Updated: Jan 7, 2018

This week’s Oswald Letter is a guest post from Elizabeth Petersen, Simplify Compliance’s executive vice president of strategy and revenue. by Elizabeth Petersen Dan Oswald has graciously allowed me to take over his blog again, and I thought we’d kick off our week by playing a game that’s been making the rounds on social media: […]

President Trump’s communication style offers valuable lessons for managers

By Dan Oswald Jan 30, 2017 Oswald Letter

Updated: Jan 7, 2018

by Dan Oswald Love him or hate him, it’s hard to deny that Donald Trump has communicated differently than any other U.S. presidential candidate, president-elect, and now president. And his communication style has been analyzed, criticized, and commended. Everyone seems to have an opinion about his approach to communication, but there certainly isn’t agreement on […]