Workplace management

If employees dread Fridays just as much as Mondays, there may be some toxic stew cooking in the kitchen, says Bernard Marr, an expert in strategy, performance management, analytics, KPIs and big data. Marr points out some of the more easily missed warning signs of a poisonous working environment – red flags benefit and HR decision-makers should be aware of.

A federal district court has recently ruled that a transgender worker may proceed with her discrimination claims under the ADA.

A recent investigation by the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs should have companies evaluating current hiring practices with regard to compensation.

U.S. employment costs rose in the first quarter by the most since the final three months of 2007 as both worker pay and benefits accelerated.

There’s no shortage of ways for employees to take in March Madness and waste company time. Though estimates say the American economy loses billions of dollars as workers follow their favorite team during work hours, there are tips to deal with the disruption.

In the last five years, right-to-work advocates have gained ground as states pass laws throughout much of the country.

In the last five years, right-to-work advocates have gained ground as states pass laws throughout much of the country.

U.S. President Donald Trump has summoned some of America’s most prominent corporate executives to the White House Thursday, and he intends to put them to work.

Burnout and fatigue are just the beginning of the detrimental effects workplace pressure has on workers. But employers can try to turn the tide.

Burnout and fatigue are just the beginning of the detrimental effects workplace pressure has on workers. But employers can try to turn the tide.

Do distractions and absenteeism abound when it’s time for the big game? Employers need to set expectations to avoid losses in productivity and morale.

Many employers think they have little say during an inspection, but employers have many choices to make, starting as soon as OSHA arrives, says attorney Krista Sterken.

Many employers think they have little say during an inspection, but employers have many choices to make, starting as soon as OSHA arrives, says attorney Krista Sterken.

It sounds counter-productive, but too many brokers hang on to bad business to the detriment of their firm.

Hollywood stereotypes can mislead jobseekers into what they think could be a high-profile, glamourous career. But for many, a competitive field or poor outlook could change perceptions, putting a real challenge on HR to attract talent for those jobs.

There are some jobs out there that play the role of the unsung hero. They may not appear as glamorous as others, but are just as important to the success of a company.

By acquiring LinkedIn, the software giant hopes to help salespeople zoom in on their prospects.

The software giant seeks to improve professional productivity by integrating the LinkedIn social graph with its own Office Graph.

Though extroverts are often rewarded with leadership opportunities, businesses are doing themselves a disservice by overlooking less lively personalities, who are often better listeners and more analytical.

An app from OUR Walmart serves as a mobile employee handbook.