This article was written for and published in the Kansas Recreation & Park Association’s magazine KRPA Today, fall 2017 issue. An ancient Greek philosopher once said, “The only constant is change.” While Heraclitus (born circa 500 BC) certainly wasn’t speaking of our modern Read More
For many of us, landing our first “real” job is the result of a big investment. Whether we have spent thousands on a college education or we spent years working our way to the position we desire, being happy and engaged at work Read More
When we hear the phrase “toxic employee” most managers respond with fear. Why is a toxic employee so scary? They are the ultimate interruption to maintaining productivity and keeping a united team. Each question in the manager’s mind is fearful. “Do I have Read More
To thrive in today’s economy, finding and retaining the best employees is important. Your business relies on a competent, experienced team that can work effectively and efficiently. According to survey results published by the Society for Human Resource Management, retaining newly hired employee is Read More
High-performing organizations make employee communications a priority because it increases employee engagement. An engaged workforce creates a more successful organization, so why wouldn’t you seek to engage your team? No matter what your personal communication style is, you have got to make sure Read More
Employee handbooks should be a staple of any business, whether small or large. While it might seem unnecessary to create a handbook for a small company of just four employees, a properly written handbook can help protect your company from liability, ensure consistent Read More