March is Women’s History Month! Many organizations will recognize the contributions of their female employees. Here are some leadership lessons we can learn from female leaders throughout history. Included below are only a few of history’s most impressive female leaders and pioneers. Queen Elizabeth I She lived from 1533 to 1603. She [...]
Many of remember the summer and fall of 2016 when the Obama Department of Labor (DOL) announced and later approved an increase in the minimum salary threshold to qualify to be classified as exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act from $23,660 to $47,476. This had employers scrambling, and the Davidson [...]
The new year ushers in new goals – and often annual employee performance reviews. Not surprisingly, research shows that both managers and employees dislike performance reviews. The critical part of any evaluation is clear communication. The Davidson Group provides some insights on commonly used review processes. Performance Reviews An employee’s performance [...]
"Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer" was released in September 1949. It was written by Johnny Marks. The timeless jingle was recorded by Gene Autry and The Pinafores. This song highlights some important aspects of Human Resources (HR). Keep reading to see what Rudolph knows about HR issues. “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer had [...]
There are several important lessons we can learn from the historical origins of Thanksgiving. The Puritan settlers on the Mayflower ship landed at Cape Cod, Massachusetts in 1620. They formed an agreement with the Wampanoag tribe in March 1621 for mutual protection. That fall, four settlers went hunting for a celebration. Their native [...]
You have probably seen an episode of The Dog Whisperer with Cesar Milan.Most people call Cesar because they think they have a dog problem - the dog is barking, destructive or aggressive. Cesar shows that the problem normally lies in the owner's behavior. The dog is behaving the way you would expect [...]
National Hispanic Month is being celebrated from September 15th to October 15th. President Johnson started the week-long celebration in 1968, and President Reagan extended it to a month in 1988. This month recognizes the contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans.Hispanics make up 18% of the American workforce, and projections estimate there will [...]
Managers must consider ways to increase their sales. Sometimes a new approach can yield impressive results. A travel incentive is a proven motivational tool to reach sales goals. The Incentive Research Foundation reported that company productivity increased an average of 18% when travel was used as an incentive. Travel incentive packages [...]
Effective communication is the lifeblood of any thriving workplace. It creates a harmonious and productive environment. It's not just about talking; it's about active listening and understanding others. When employees genuinely listen to each other, it fosters mutual respect and collaboration, which leads to stronger teamwork and better solutions.Empathy is another essential [...]
Leadership plays a crucial role in the success of any organization. To thrive in today's dynamic business landscape, organizations need to invest in leadership development to cultivate effective leaders. Effective leaders drive innovation, inspire their teams and navigate complex challenges with confidence. Leadership development programs provide individuals with dedicated time to hone [...]
