The story that broke this past weekend about an internal document authored by a Google employee calling the company’s culture (specifically, its approach to diversity and inclusion) into question, doesn’t seem to be going away. That says a lot in a news cycle that includes worrisome talk of ballistic missiles, military strikes on U.S. The mess at Google isn’t the first of its type, and it won’t be the last. What’s crossing the line? MORE

Not many companies or their executives have acted on the management of diversity. Worldwide, several organizations struggle to recognize the value of organizational diversity. What is Workplace Diversity and Diversity Management? Equality. MORE

The positive impact of diversity and inclusion is no longer debatable. According to Deloitte, diverse companies enjoy 2.3 Gartner found that inclusive teams improve team performance by up to 30 percent in high-diversity environments. What is diversity and inclusion? MORE

The structure of your business and the use of “ethical managers” are big determinants of business success. This term stems from Luke Andreski’s article “ Ethics in the Workplace: The Ethical Manager. ” There was a time when ethical practices of business managers weren’t emphasized as being of importance in the workplace. No longer should unethical practices be seen as profitable but, instead, the opposite. MORE

Remember the last time you went to a lively dinner party? One with a mix of different people with plenty of interesting things to say? You may not have noticed, but the host was busy bringing people together, making them feel welcome and moving the conversation along. Managing diversity in your company is much the same as hosting a lively dinner. What is workforce diversity? . And the definition may surprise you. MORE

Off the back of reading a recent thought-provoking article by Courtney Moran at G2Crowd , which looks at their predicted 5 major HR tech innovations for 2019 , it made us want to explore further and look at some of the ways HR technology will support other important HR operations over the next 12 months. But in all seriousness, employee engagement has been proven to boost commitment, loyalty to the company, enthusiasm and increased productivity. MORE

What happens when two teams in the same company can’t – or won’t – work together? All of these situations and behaviors can create problems, which can be exacerbated further when leadership styles clash between leaders of different teams. The answer, fortunately, is yes. MORE

What happens when two teams in the same company can’t – or won’t – work together? All of these situations and behaviors can create problems, which can be exacerbated further when leadership styles clash between leaders of different teams. The answer, fortunately, is yes. MORE

An employee handbook gives your HR team the chance to introduce company culture and values, share policies and procedures, and communicate expectations. Share your company’s values and mission, and explain how employees should use the handbook. Code of conduct. MORE

Caught in a bad romance… Is love in the air at your workplace on and around Valentine’s Day? While office dating can send you to the honeymoon suite, it’s more likely to land you in the heartbreak hotel, outside on the company doorstep, or in a red hot legal mess. Employees should recall the age-old adage about the perils of mixing business with pleasure. Make sure to abide by the norms and values which reflect your company culture and brand image. MORE

Less than a year into her retirement from being the SVP of HR at AT&T, Cynthia Marshall ’s phone began to ring. Her husband held out the phone and told her it was Mark Cuban asking for her. If you’re wondering the same question, Mark Cuban is the owner of the NBA team the Dallas Mavericks (though you might also know him from Shark Tank). He hoped that Cynthia, an expert in diversity and inclusion, could turn things around. MORE

Hiring staff is a big responsibility and it’s vital that as a business owner, you approach HR correctly with good policies and best practices in place. Whilst there are many HR factors that you will need to consider, creating an employee handbook (also known as a Policies and Procedures Manual) should be a priority if you are looking to grow your team. Curious to learn more about neuroscience and how it can help create an engaging work environment? training policy. MORE

As protests against racial inequality continue across the U.S. In a recent episode of LinkedIn’s Talk to the Brand webinar series, Ronnie Dickerson Stewart , chief diversity officer at Publicis Groupe, John Graham Jr. They have to look at all levels of the organization.”. MORE

Diversity in the workplace has been a key focus in almost all industries over the past few decades. Putting a focus on workforce diversity offers an equal chance to every prospect. Take Diversity Seriously. Hire The Most Qualified. MORE

The employee handbook is the holy grail of workplaces, and every employer should have one, regardless of size. And many of those that do have a handbook fail to update it. Not having an employee handbook is one of the biggest mistakes small employers can make. MORE

In addition to the important societal issues Google’s action implicates, it raises interesting labor and employment law questions about how far employees can go in speaking their minds to oppose workplace diversity. Historically, Google has promoted a workplace culture of openness and encouraged the free exchange of views. Danielle Brown (Google’s newly appointed vice president of diversity, integrity, and governance) issued an internal response. MORE