When the possibility of working from home (telecommuting) first appeared on the employment scene, no one really knew how (or if) it was going to work. It was initially hailed as a panacea for everything from traffic congestion to air pollution. Woody Leonhard, in his book, The Underground Guide to Telecommuting coined the phrase "work is something you do, not something you travel to".  Employing remote workers has advantages that advocates are quick to point out. Cost reduction is a big one, whereas the need for dedicated office space or cubicles is eliminated. This reduces the size of the businesses'...

Workplace productivity is directly linked to the health of employees. Organizations need to prioritize wellness programs in order to maximize productivity. Follow these comprehensive steps to get your organization started on developing a productive and sustainable workplace culture.

Most companies will tell you that their employees are their most valuable asset. Many of them mean it, but then fail to invest in this valuable asset. Without investment, the asset will loss it's value over time. Even those who invest (and one way to do this is to provide training) frequently don't really know what they are getting for their investment. Usually, the primarily sticking point is that companies don't know how to assess the ROI of their training. Like many business problems, it helps to approach it with an easily understandable metric. Specifically, what are the costs and what are...

Are your company's policies on legally prescribed drugs balanced with ADA accommodations? Avoid legal hurdles and discrimination law suits by enacting a comprehensive policy that considers the legal implications of both potential impairment and potential discrimination.

With a shortage of temporary workers who rely on visas to work seasonal jobs in US, employers are left scrambling to fill seasonal demands. Preparing in advance and having good partnerships is key.