employee relations Articles

Keeping your team happy and productive at the height of the busy season requires keen observation and effective communication from the boss.

You’ve heard all the groans when announcing everyone needs to gather in the conference room. But well-planned staff meetings will make your business better.

An employee’s age doesn’t affect their engagement with your company as much as how long they’ve been on the job does.

Meeting with employees individually fosters accountability and shows appreciation.

Showing appreciation for a job well-done by your workers or loyalty by your customers is a good thing. And sometimes you can do it pre-emptively.

The legalization of cannabis in some states has muddied the waters when it comes to employee drug testing.

Turn your idea of mentorship upside down and picture experienced workers learning from the younger generation.

Some employees take dogs along with to work and let them hang out in the shop. Here's why they’re doing it right

Getting better at navigating difficult conversations with employees makes you a better leader.

Following these simple management principles will help you get the most out of your employees.

Constant political bickering among your crew reduces productivity, leads to hard feelings and could cost you customers if you don’t get it under control.

Does your company have a workplace policy on piercings and tattoos?

Transparency in employer-employee communications will promote an efficient workforce and position your company better for an economic recovery.