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Working with investment managers on optimal asset mixes and maximizing returns long has been important for employer retirement plan sponsors and committees. But in recent years it also has become advisable for those overseeing fund managers to understand responsible investing principles — at the same time they have become more important for many plan participants. […]
It’s increasingly common to hold meetings virtually. Not only are customers, suppliers, and business partners typically located in a separate physical building—if not a different state or country—but many businesses also have locations across the country or around the world. Additionally, working remotely is increasingly common, meaning employees within the same company may not always […]
“Learning is a way of life in organizations,” says Eduardo Salas, a psychological scientist from the University of Central Florida. “Everyone gets training. But what matters? What works? What influences learning and skill acquisition?” Salas and his coauthors of a new report published in Psychological Science in the Public Interest, a journal of the Association […]
How do you know whether your training made a difference or had an impact? It’s a foundational question for anyone involved in training and development, and there is no single answer. Much depends on exactly what it was you hoped your training outcomes would be. As Stephen Covey said, “Start with the end in mind.”
One of the traits I think is important in a leader is consistency. It’s not always easy to assess in job candidates, but it certainly shows itself (or not) over time. Webster’s defines consistency this way: “steadfast adherence to the same principles, course, form, etc.” A consistent leader has a steadfast adherence to the same […]
Move over, Siri and Alexa. Karen has arrived.
Do you conduct background checks on job applicants before officially hiring them? If you do, are you in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)? When getting started with background screening, some employers don’t realize they are required to comply with the FCRA as part of this process.
It’s always hard to be sure that everyone is following policies. (Some frustrated readers might ask, is anyone following any policy?) A comprehensive audit is really the only way to find out. In yesterday’s Advisor, we covered audit areas for preemployment issues. Today, we’ll look at employment and termination issues, and we’ll introduce a unique […]
What do women want in the workplace? Of course, the answer depends on the individual. However, more companies are focusing on attracting and maintaining women with significant payoffs. Here’s a run-down of strategies that seem to resonate: