Categories for Leadership Blog
August 12, 2013 9:41 am
Published by Mike Boyette
So what does a manager do about a liar? It depends on the context. Here are some questions to ask yourself when dealing with prevaricating employees
August 9, 2013 9:58 am
Published by Mike Boyette
A trucking company will pay a rejected applicant an unspecified amount to settle an EEOC charge claiming the employer’s policy on criminal convictions was improperly overbroad. Read on to learn more.
August 5, 2013 9:13 am
Published by Mike Boyette
Managers shouldn’t have to apologize a lot – if you do, you’re probably not getting the job done – but there are times when it’s important to do so. So how can you do it in a manner that’s both sincere and effective? Read on to find out.
August 2, 2013 9:30 am
Published by Mike Boyette
There are many reasons why you may need a confidence boost. Here are three questions you can ask yourself that will act as reminders of how good you actually are.
July 31, 2013 10:17 am
Published by Mike Boyette
What was your boss thinking when you got promoted into a leadership role? It turns out, your boss was feeling lucky. Read on to learn more.
July 29, 2013 9:36 am
Published by Mike Boyette
The EEOC is swinging into action with lawsuits against two big companies that it claims misused criminal background checks. Read on to learn what these companies did wrong.
July 26, 2013 9:27 am
Published by Mike Boyette
Employees who are doing light duty while recovering from a workers’ comp injury aren’t on FMLA leave and the time doesn’t count against their 12-week entitlement. Read on to learn more.
July 24, 2013 9:45 am
Published by Mike Boyette
Many employers make a practice of issuing employees a smartphone. What should HR pros know about such practices to avoid legal issues? Read on to find out.
July 22, 2013 10:11 am
Published by Mike Boyette
Did an insubordinate employee get fired for talking back, or was something else influencing the decision to terminate? Read on to learn the facts of the case, and find out how the judge ruled.
July 17, 2013 9:51 am
Published by Mike Boyette
Was an employee fired for not showing up to her job, or because her pregnancy was an inconvenience? A recent court case might change how you treat pregnant or nursing employees. Read on to learn more.
