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Are you Paris or Siberia?

Want top talent to be as attracted to your organization as tourists are to Florence, Prague and Paris? Here's how to build a "destination workplace" -- and win the war for the best direct hires, temps and contractors.

Finish Q4 Strong This Year!

There are three months left in 2018 - are you primed to make the most of them? Here's what you should be doing now to finish Q4 strong - and create momentum to make next year your best yet.

Are your employees just average?

Average employees comprise 60% of the workforce. With these strategies, you can tap the potential of middle performers - and dramatically improve your organization's performance.

The Robots Are Coming!

AI and machine learning. RPA, cobots and autonomous vehicles. Technology is disrupting entire industries and causing tectonic shifts in how work gets done. With McKinsey & Co. predicting that 45 percent of today's jobs will be automated out of existence within 20 years, what will your future workforce look like -- and how should you prepare?

Workplace Dysfunction: Are You the Culprit?

You work extremely hard, under intense pressure, to deliver on your objectives. But in the process, could you unwittingly sabotage your employees' success? Use these best practices to lead effectively -- without being a you-know-what.

Are you building bridges...or burning them?

The U.S. gender pay gap is narrowing at a glacial pace. Here's what your company can do to bridge that gap faster and build a stronger, more diverse workforce -- by ensuring fair pay for all employees.

Dr. John Sullivan: "Spend more!"

While profitability is undeniably important, HR and business thought-leader Dr. John Sullivan explains why excessive cost-cutting damages recruiting results.

Are you a leadership master?

Leadership advice is everywhere, but the latest trends in executive management are useless unless you have solid fundamental skills. In this guide, learn how to master four essential -- yet frequently overlooked -- building blocks for successful leadership.

Third-party sexual harassment - What you need to know

Customers are your organization’s lifeblood. But what happens when your employee claims they’ve been harassed by a major client? Here’s what you need to know about third-party sexual harassment -- and how you can protect your organization.

Smile...you'll be more profitable!

Happy employees do more than smile; they're more productive, loyal, creative -- and even close more sales. Check out these statistics, and find out what you can do to foster greater happiness -- and build a healthier bottom line.

Problem solved!

Problem solving is the greatest enabler for growth and opportunity. These novel strategies will help you tackle whatever challenges 2018 brings your way -- and dominate your industry.

Skunks...your key to innovation

A skunk works effort is about boldly challenging the status quo. Flipping power dynamics. And disrupting your industry. Here's how world-class organizations are creating serious competitive advantages with skunk works -- and how you can do the same.

Is Remote Work Ruining Your Workforce?

Heavy hitters like IBM, Bank of America and Aetna are curtailing remote work for one simple reason: It's an innovation-killer. Is it time for your company to bring the remote-work flock in?

Important legal issues to watch in 2018

Pay-related employment laws are changing -- rapidly. What laws will impact your organization -- and how should you prepare for the year ahead?

Reader, your competition is way ahead!

Your competition is already planning for next year. What about you? Here's how to make the most of the remaining months, and create momentum to make next year your best yet.

Reader, we've got a big idea for you!

Drive profits, innovation, performance, retention and more -- by getting your entire staff to think more strategically. Here's how.

Time for a revolution!

Change is inevitable. Will your business cause it -- or play catch-up? Take the lead. Revolutionize your industry with these disruptive (and highly profitable) practices.

Top Candidates do not equal Top Employees

In this issue:

-Top Candidates do not equal Top Employees

-Fuel More Arguments at Work

Do more. Spend less. Go crazy!

In this issue:

-Understaffing: a Risky Proposition

-Productivity Tips: 5 Ways to Keep Employees Happy

-Free Survey to Gauge Employee Happiness

Another day, another crisis

In this issue:

-Expect the Unexpected: How to Manage a Crisis While Maintaining Workplace Productivity

-Productivity Tips: The 25 Hour Day!

-Results at Work: A New Approach to an Old Problem Improves Productivity and Saves Money

2013 EEOC Criminal Background Check Guidelines -- Are you in compliance?

In this issue:

-To Check or Not to Check? Straight Talk About EEOC Guidelines for Conducting Criminal Background Checks

-Productivity Tips: Keep Interviewing Simple

-Tools: Dos and Don'ts for Conducting Criminal Background Checks

Feel more like a referee than a manager?

In this issue:

-Feel More Like a Referee than a Manager?

-Productivity Tips: Fun & Flexibility Boosts Productivity

Creating Championship Teams for Your Office

In this issue of Key Ideas:

-Creating Championship Teams for Your Business

-Take Control of Your Day--Before it Takes Control of You!

-Meetings & March Madness

Free eBook: MBO for 2013

In this issue:

-The Shredder Ate my Report--Improve Performance with "Management by Objectives" (MBO)

-Productivity Tips: What's Out? Multitasking. What's In? Mindfulness!

-Case Study: Simplification. Streamlining. Single-source options.

Welcome to the new Key Ideas!

In this issue:

-Hiring in 2013? Key Talent Acquisition Trends to Watch

-Five Ways to Make This Your Most Productive Year Ever!

-Why questions can be your most powerful employee motivation tool.

Very Impressive!

It's a cliche because it's true: you never get a second chance to make a first impression. And when you're making that impression in front of a group, the stakes go up.

Are You Making These Hiring Mistakes?

Interviews are about more than asking questions. This checklist will show you 15 ways to assess your interviewing skills.

"Want to do lunch?"

Setting the stage for the future success of any employee is crucial, and it begins at the beginning. And if you want your new employees to add value from the start, here's how to make it easy for them.

How can we improve?

Despite high unemployment, many companies are finding it increasingly difficult to hire and retain the best and brightest skilled employees for their organizations. Today, I would like to ask for your help in evaluating how our company can better address these challenges in the future.

How to Win Customers and Influence Complainers

As Mad Men's Don Draper once famously said, "If you don't like what is being said about you, change the conversation." This month's edition of Great Ideas shows you the right way to do that using social media.

Bored?! Check This Out!

Want to inspire your team without spending a fortune? Try these three ideas.

Hiring Failure: Do Tech Skills Matter?

You know how important fit is, so you'll want to read this month's Great Ideas. It's a quick guide to the most important soft skills: what they are, why they're important and how to identify them.

The Idiot's Guide to Being the Boss

In this article, you'll find nine simple rules--guidelines, if you will--for what to wear, how to act, what to say and what not to say when you're the boss.

Got a Minute?

In this article, we'll show you how to identify--and alter--those activities that are draining precious minutes from your day.

Curing TOXIC negativity in your workplace

In this article, we'll show you how to identify the causes of negativity in your company--and more importantly, what you can do to wipe it out!

Do Performance Reviews Give You Performance Anxiety?

This month's issue of Key Ideas is geared toward taking the stress out of that situation. Take a few minutes to read our collection of helpful hints and proven strategies below. I promise--it won't hurt a bit.

To "E" or Not to "E," What is the Answer?

But when it comes to training, what is the best method? Classroom-based training is probably the most familiar to many of us, who grew up learning in a classroom. But e-learning uses the latest technology to share knowledge and training. What type of training is best for your organization?

Forget about annual reviews!

Keep productivity humming and results churning--plus keep your employees happier--with a defined performance management system.

The truth about workplace diversity

An organization's success and competitiveness depends upon its ability to embrace diversity and realize the benefits. But managing diversity is more challenging than it seems.

Have you ever lied on a reference check?

Do you know the five steps to an effective and legal reference check? Not sure? Then check out this month's Key Idea.

Key Ideas: 10 Interview Questions You Must Ask

Did you know that a bad personality fit is the most common reason for a bad hire? But how can you tell if someone will really fit into your corporate culture? Here are 10 questions you can ask to ensure the person you are about to hire is a great match for your company.

Great Ideas: Temps are more than fill-ins

Partnering with a staffing firm is more than just a good position fill, quality service or being responsive to business needs. Successful partnering brings long range strategic value to each organization, helping to increase productivity, control expenses and improve profitability.

Key Ideas: Retain Your Best Employees

I hope you enjoy this month's article on retaining your star employees. And check out the article 10 Tips for a Staff That Lasts from our Staffing Resource Center for more tips on employee retention.

Great Ideas: The Secret of Extraordinary Leaders

Do you know what it takes to be an extraordinary leader? That's the subject of this month's issue of Key Ideas. I hope you'll really enjoy our feature article--it is essential reading if you're looking to hire and develop great leaders.

Key Ideas: Get More Out of Your Team

Want to increase the effectiveness of your team? You'll find out how in this issue of Key Ideas.

Are You a Busy Boss?

This month in Key Ideas, we're focusing on a topic that's critical to the success of any business--being an effective boss and leader.

Let's Celebrate!

Now that the holidays are over, it's time to put an end to the celebrations and get back to work, right? Not so fast! As this issue of Key Ideas highlights, you may actually want to keep celebrating. In fact, the right celebration can be a key factor in achieving your goals!

Mastering Performance Reviews

This issue of Key Ideas focuses on the review process. Our feature article will show you how to conduct "pain free" reviews that produce great results

The bomb on the plane

People are overworked and overstressed. And it's taking a toll, not just with extreme behavior, but in terms of declining productivity levels, increasing turnover, and rising costs. So how can you prevent your people from "pulling a Slater?" This month's article will teach you how to deal with the stress factor at work.

Why pay for performance comp plans fail

Why do most "pay for performance" comp plans fail to improve profits? That's a tricky question, and one we hope to answer with this issue of Key Ideas.

Inspire Your Employees Now

This month's Key Idea will show you how you can inspire your employees and increase loyalty, passion, and engagement throughout your workforce.

Should you use social media in hiring?

Do you use social media sites like Facebook and LinkedIn as part of your hiring process? If so, be careful! As our feature story points out, when used incorrectly, social networks can get your company into serious legal trouble!

Do You Know Who You are Really Hiring?

According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, 30 percent of small business failure is caused by employee theft. And the cost of making a bad hire can be two to seven times an employee's salary. To mitigate your risk of hiring objectionable or even dangerous employees, background checks are essential. In this article, you'll discover five keys to conducting thorough, legal, and effective background checks

Use Temporary Staffing to Manage Your Workload

Discover a better way to even out the highs and lows in your workload, save money, and reduce employment risk

10 Great Ideas for Good Supervision

Poor supervision is often one of the biggest causes of high turnover. In this economy, you need to hold on to your best people. This Key Ideas article that offers 10 best practices for employee supervision

Special eBook: Avoiding Management Disaster

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Today's Businesses Need Gladiator Leaders

Spartacus. Maximus. Just the mention of these gladiators conjures up images of strength, bravery, and honor. Management consultant Greg Smith says these "gladiator virtues" can actually help any organization improve their position and get ready to take advantage of the coming economic upswing.

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