The Performance Improvement Plan

The Performance Improvement Plan: How Employers Can Get It Right

Here are some best practices for using performance improvement plans to improve the performance of underperforming employees.

The Feedback and Performance Loop

Understanding the Feedback and Performance Loop

No one can read minds, and your employees won’t know there are problems with their performance unless someone tells them.

Taking the Leap: How Darryl Walker Moved from Paratrooper to PHR

Taking the Leap: How Darryl Walker Moved from Paratrooper to PHR

I now have a foundation of knowledge to further my company’s goals, assist co-workers with issues and to grow personally. My confidence went through the roof when I passed the test.

What's New and Next HR

Live From CAHR: What’s New and What’s Next in HR

Improving performance and strengthening workplace security were two of the hot topics on the second day of the California HR Conference.

California HR Conference: Day 1

California HR Conference Day 1 Recap

Today, I joined dedicated HR professionals during pre-conference sessions. I met the friendly greeters who are responsible for assisting with registration and enjoyed the lively tunes pumping by DJ Noble, director of music for the conference.

Christopher Lee: Dedicated to HR

Passion and Commitment: A Life Dedicated to HR

Formal education and certifications are two sides of the same coin. A master's degree is what professors think you need to know, but certification is what professionals think you need to know.

Sauntura Jones: Joy in Work

Finding Joy in Work: A Chat with Sauntura Jones

Sauntura Jones, training program manager at U.S. Bank, talks about how HRCI certifications help her find joy in her work.

Business Case New HR Technology

Making the Business Case for Investing in New HR Technology

Making the right choices for your team isn’t as simple as jumping on the bandwagon for the next new thing.

Reskilling to Improve Employee Performance

Reskilling to Improve Employee Performance

Your employees can only perform what they’ve been trained and equipped to do, so their skill sets must change with the times.

Dealing With Performance Problems

Dealing with Performance Problems

The thinking on performance reviews has shifted in recent years, with many HR experts arguing instead that they should occur frequently and conversationally.

Golbie Kamerei: Business of People

Culture First: What the Business of People Means to Golbie Kamarei

Putting culture first means putting people and culture at the forefront when making and executing business decisions.

Benefits to Reduce Employee Stress

Can Benefits Reduce Employee Stress?

“When employees feel cared for at work, they are less likely to suffer from stress and burnout and are more likely to be engaged at work,” says Laura Hamill, chief people officer and chief science officer at Limeade.

Design Thinking Improve Hiring Process

Can Design Thinking Improve Your Hiring Processes?

Design thinking revolves around people and their needs. It’s critical to put yourself in the employee’s position, and to try to determine the pain points an individual will experience.

Ways to Encourage Cross-Training

3 Ways to Encourage Cross-Training in Remote Teams

Bring your employees together to work on shared goals and projects.

Technology Shaping Personality Assessments

How Technology Is Shaping Personality Assessments at Work

Technology is eliminating the repetitiveness of assessments and can reduce the behaviors that cloud true personality characteristics.