Words of Merit

If you have kept up with changing regulations from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the requirement to now be using the updated form I-9 for all new hires (effective 5/7/13), then you may think you are set to go!

There may never have been a more critical time than now for innovation and HR to be working seamlessly to impact the futures of our companies

Crystal clear reminders of "correct thinking" come from many places - and they are sometimes more powerful when they catch you off guard by popping up in a different context or setting than you were expecting.

Here is one great reason!

A recent blogger commented on the number of companies where she found "self-taught" sales managers leading sales organizations and trying to achieve results.

Ever wonder where a term like "transparency" gets started in business and the media's vernacular? And in this case you may also be asking, "What does it have to do with hiring?"

We have all known for some time that leveraging our networks and people who know us, personally and professionally, are vital preludes to new job and business opportunities. The trick is to ensure these people have an up-to-date, clear and precise picture of what you do, whom you do it for and the kinds of successes you can create.

I have to admit there is a cost to having been around for more than a few business cycles, to watch the rediscovery of (according to my memory) previously documented "best people practices"

I love the expression or description — "slow courage." It is not original with me but it so completely describes the winning attribute of meaningfully successful people in organizations.

A number of weeks ago we wrote to encourage support for our returning veterans and provided you with a number of resources specifically designed to assist them in preparing to transition back into civilian life and work.

So where is this commentary headed? Is this an article about the loyalty and dignity of middle managers?

No — it is an observation about three distinct elements critical to businesses that want to be around for the long pull.