 By Abhinaya Chakkirala Sure. There is no such thing as Work Life Balance. What exists at any point in time is a choice, to either choose work or life. Priorities are very different from one individual to another and it is impossible to define what that precarious balance of work and life is for a generic set of people.... |
 By Curt Coffman
High performers consistently say they “love” what they do. They don’t say “like” or “enjoy,” but “LOVE.” Coincidence? I think not. Looking for proof? Next time you... |
 By Sanjay Joshi What is the latest diktat from Marissa Mayer – the workaholic CEO of Yahoo, whose abbreviated maternity leave left a trail of questions and sparked a series of debates around workplace flexibility and sustainability of long medical and parental leaves. The momentous 22nd February ‘No-Work-From-Home’... |
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21/04/2010 Scope—This article addresses employers’ responsibility to prevent, manage and mitigate the consequences of workplace violence, including domestic violence. Published reports and research demonstrate the scope of the problem as a major issue for human resource professionals and other corporate officials.... |
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23/12/2010
Scope—This article looks at some of the most common disruptive employee behaviors, identifies the potential risks to the organization if the behavior is not corrected,... |
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Reviewed/Revised September 2010 Scope—The subject of managing for employee retention involves a company’s strategic actions to keep employees motivated and focused so they elect to remain employed and fully productive for the benefit of the organization. A comprehensive employee retention program can play an important role in both... |
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By Santo D. Marabella, D.S.W., and Alysa Lambert, Ph.D. 30/9/2010
This case study gives students the experience of practicing, through simulation, how to manage issues such as board governance and leadership, chain of command, flexible work arrangements and resistance to change. This case is designed for undergraduate business majors...
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By Douglas Crawford, Ph.D.
30/9/2010
Ten scenarios allow students to practice addressing employee issues ranging from suspected employee theft to personal hygiene. Students are asked to first assume the role of a manager and confront the employee on sensitive issues that frequently occur in the workplace, and then to assume the role of an HR...
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By Gill Maxwell
30/9/2010
Changing demographics in the U.S. labor force and in other developed countries such as the United Kingdom (U.K.) and recruitment challenges in some organizations have encouraged more employers to consider work-life balance and flexible working arrangements. Developed for an undergraduate audience, this case study...
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Employee handbooks give employers an opportunity to inform workers about what employers expect and have to offer. Having a comprehensive yet readable handbook is a smart practice, but handbooks also present challenges: Without thorough preparation and careful inspection, these documents can land employers in legal trouble. This article... |
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31/03/2010 Start with... |
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It is difficult to deliver negative feedback without discouraging the recipient. But motivating employees—even troubled employees—is a fundamental leadership skill. First, managers and supervisors must fully accept that they have the authority and the responsibility to provide criticism to workers. In some cases, failure to... |
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SHRM INDIA
It was an Argentine holiday that changed the life course of Blake Mycoskie, Founder and Chief Shoe Giver of TOMS, the company that donates a pair of shoes to a child in need for every pair sold. During his holiday, Blake discovered the Alpargata, a traditional rope-soled shoe that has been worn by Argentina farmers for centuries. At the same time...
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SHRM INDIA
Nobody has perhaps cracked the science and art part of Motivation as much as Daniel H. Pink, the author of five thought provoking books about the changing world of work, including the long-running New York Times best seller, A Whole New Mind, and the number 1 New York Times best seller, Drive.
“Only engagement can produce mastery – becoming better...
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Subject Matter Expert
Why do we need a deeper understanding of Engagement? That which can be understood, measured and assessed, can be managed. This is especially true of the elusive phenomenon called ‘Employee Engagement.”In myprevious blogpost, I wrote about how an engaged employee is one whose energies and talents are aligned to the larger goals and mission of...
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 By R. Rani Geetha Priyadarshini
18/10/2011
Scope
This article traces the growth of Aravind Eye Care Systems (AECS), an integrated eye care major with a significant presence in southern India. AECS synergizes sound economics with social commitment. Our area of focus is the chain’s self-sustaining and organic HR template, which draws and...
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By Kathy Gurchiek
3/10/2010
Workplaces that foster employee health and well-being create an environment of improved employee productivity, attendance, retention and engagement, the American Psychological Association (APA) drummed home during its March 2010 conference in Washington, D.C.
“There is no one single way to create a psychologically...
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SHRM Briefly Stated ROI Series
3/1/2007
Executive Perspectives
For most executives, top-line growth means increased revenues, higher sales and stronger market share. Consistent revenue growth reassures organizations that their goods and services are in demand and their marketing and pricing strategies resonate with customers. Today’s...
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