For those of us who were around for the early days of the internet, you may recall a strange email or two from a Nigerian or Saudi prince. Maybe you won a sweepstakes that you never entered. What a surprise when you got notified that a mysterious and vaguely distant relative had passed away, but […]
Whether you are working or unemployed, blue collar or professional, new to the workforce or a seasoned expert, it is likely you have participated in workforce development throughout your adult life. That being said, what comes to mind when one hears the term “workforce development” is usually based on one’s own personal experience. In reality, […]
One of the most challenging aspects of leadership for many managers is having to have difficult and uncomfortable conversations with their staff. This can be especially true when such a conversation becomes necessary in order to address poor job performance. The following five key elements are important in order to make these discussions as smooth […]
As the new year begins and a new presidential administration takes office, the future remains uncertain in many ways. However, as events unfold rapidly on the national and international stages, we often lose sight of the fascinating and important developments happening right in our own community. The folks at Huntsville Independent Press, First Merit Solutions, […]
Managing a team or running an organization is no easy task. Understanding the different functions and approaches to leadership, however, can help. It is worth noting that most leaders combine several styles of leadership or will rely on different approaches at different times to solve complex challenges. Conflict can occur when management relies heavily on […]
Change fatigue is a feeling of exhaustion or cynicism that individuals or organizations experience as the result of frequent or complex changes. The three main causes that contribute to change fatigue are frequent changes, failed changes, and sudden, unexpected changes. While periodic changes, even unsuccessful or sudden ones, may not be enough to induce change […]
One of the essential ingredients in forming an effective and welcoming workplace environment is organizational integrity. It is also one of the four CODE components of the adaptive leadership model. Workplaces with high organizational integrity attract better job candidates and retain good employees longer, even in a highly competitive job market. For this reason, it […]
Job hunting, even in a strong economy, can be a daunting and arduous task. Long gone are the days of filling out an application in person and handing it directly over to the manager with a friendly introduction. These days, most jobs are obtained through websites and online postings, which can require some additional digital […]
On August 20, 2024, over 100 attendees, speakers, and sponsors gathered at the Davidson Center of the U.S. Space and Rocket Center for the second annual DisruptHR Huntsville event. The local chapter of this event is organized by Ben Eubanks, founder of HR Summer School. For those unfamiliar, DisruptHR is an international series of events […]
Cover image: Provided by Calhoun Community College In the 1990’s and early 2000’s, there was a major push for more post-secondary education, particularly college and university degree programs. With the creation of government direct loans and the expansion of federal student financial aid, graduate and undergraduate programs became accessible to more Americans than ever before. […]
