Do you know this story? Jessica has been with your company for 14 years and she has been a rock star. She is your “go to” person for all of your biggest clients. She knows every corner of your business. In fact, Jessica may know more about your business than you do. This employee has been a key of your past, your […]
I’ve recently attended several area workforce development workshops and conferences where employers are trying to figure out how to get more qualified people to fill their growth needs. The most common solutions include “soft skills training” and workforce education to improve the quality of the workforce. While these programs are important, I’ve been making the case that many employers […]
A recent study in a manufacturing setting highlighted the power of recognizing employees for their efforts. The study utilized 4 different groups all performing the same tasks and experimented with different forms of rewards / recognition if the group exceeded their production goals for any given week. One group received a cash bonus. One group received pizza. One group received […]
