FUNDAMENTALS OF WORKPLACE PRIVACY Employee privacy issues have surged to the forefront of the business press in recent years, spurred by the changing workplace dynamics and a litigation-conscious business environment. Observers say that advances in telecommunication, coupled with heightened concerns about vulnerability to litigation, have exacerbated management concerns about monitoring […]
Human Resources
EMPLOYEE LEASING PROGRAMS Employee leasing programs are arrangements in which businesses lease their employees through an outside contractor that attends to the various personnel-related activities commonly associated with human resources management. Employee leasing programs have become particularly popular among small- and mid-sized companies, who view leasing as: a viable option […]
HOW TO AVOID CONSTRUCTIVE DISCHARGE LAWSUITS The term “constructive discharge” describes a situation in which an employee is forced to quit a job because the employer has made working conditions intolerable. Working conditions may be considered intolerable, if, for example the employee is discriminated against or harassed, or if he […]
KEEPING MOTIVATION HIGH Once you have successfully raised the motivation levels of your staff, it is important that they stay raised. Varying working conditions, improving management systems, and placing a high value on your employees should all be top priorities. Monitoring Motivation People want to feel good about their […]
REWARDING EXCEPTIONAL PERFORMANCE Staff members are paid for the work they do, but many employers have incentive schemes for exceptional performance. When considering these as an option, work out what constitutes expected performance, and plan a sliding scale for anything above it. Defining Exceptional Performance The term “exceptional performance” […]
RECOGNIZING EXCELLENCE In the achievement-led style of modern business, outstanding contributions from individuals further careers and earn rewards. Any rewards, however, must be motivational. Reward appropriately any contributions that are of genuine benefit to the organization. Emphasizing Achievement The Japanese have one of the most hierarchical societies, and respect for […]
EMPOWERING STAFF Most organizations run on rulings that are passed down to the staff from top management; this is demotivating. In contrast, delegating powers traditionally kept at the top not only motivates, but also raises everyone’s levels of performance. Encouraging Input In most cases, people are experts in their […]
KEYS TO EFFECTIVE CREATION AND MANAGEMENT OF A MULTICULTURAL WORKFORCE A multicultural work force is one wherein a company’s employees include members of a variety of ethnic, racial, religious, and gender backgrounds. Most of today’s business owners and corporate executives recognize that attention to the challenges and opportunities associated with […]
ENRICHING JOBS TO MOTIVATE WORKFORCE One way to improve motivation is to enrich jobs. The “scientific” management school divided work into component parts, at which each worker, by repetition, became proficient – and bored. Aim for variety, multiskilling, and high interest levels. Raising Interest Levels The interest in a job […]
HOW TO EVALUATE EACH JOB As well as looking for ways to motivate your team as a whole, you also need to look at ways to develop individuals and their jobs. Conduct a thorough evaluation of all aspects of each job as well as of the organization’s overall system. Using […]
