January is a great month to take stock of your situation. We encourage you to take time to reflect on different aspects of Human Resources (HR) in your organization. In this post, we are going to discuss four C’s relating to HR. Contact the Davidson Group for additional insights on these items..Compliance [...]
At the end of World War II, millions of young Americans returned home and began looking for work. During the economic boom that followed their return, most companies adopted command-and-control operating structures that resembled the military. Adapting to that culture was natural for former GIs. Fast forward to the 21st century [...]
All good things come to an end! David Hammer has retired from the Davidson Group, which he founded in 2004. It was David’s pleasure to work with 273 clients during the last two decades. Prior to founding the Davidson Group, David was a senior level Human Resources (HR) professional with over [...]
Halloween is a beloved American holiday. It is estimated that Americans will spend $11.6 billion this year on candy, costumes and decorations. Almost two-thirds of us (67%) plan to hand out candy to trick-or-treaters. It is important that your Human Resources (HR) team consider a few items relating to Halloween. Communication [...]
The southeast continues to recover from the effects of Hurricane Helene. Ten states were impacted. The government and humanitarian organizations are working hard to deliver much-needed supplies to impacted families and communities. The death toll is over 160 people, and hundreds of people are still missing.These difficult times highlight the important role [...]
Sales professionals should be and expect to be compensated based on their results. In fact the more confident the sales professional is, the more they'll push for less guaranteed money (base salary) and a higher commission percentage.We think that companies should also implement incentives for non-sales employees. In order for financial incentives [...]
The long holiday weekend is here! Around 95% of companies will be closed on Monday, September 2 in observance of Labor Day. Established in 1894 as a federal holiday, this day honors the contributions of American workers. Here are five things that companies should consider doing to celebrate Labor Day. Close [...]
The summer months are filled with hot temperatures and the break from school. Traffic is easier during these months without the school buses running! Taking a much-deserved break is important for ALL employees! As experts in Human Resources (HR), the Davidson Group knows the importance of considering the impact of different [...]
Independence Day honors the ratification of the Declaration of Independence by the Second Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. July 4th is a beloved holiday. AAA reported that 77 million Americans travelled over the holiday weekend. While this holiday is celebrated with food and fireworks, there are some important lessons for Human [...]
A flood zone is an apt description for those periods where there is an abundance of work and not enough staff to get it all done. A wind tunnel describes those periods where proven management methods and tools are no longer effective. According to James Fischer’s book, Navigating the Growth Curve, [...]
