Global HR

Presence of Multinational Firms Helps
Multinational firms can improve pay and working conditions in foreign markets where they set up operations.

HR Consulting

Business Plan, Niche Essential
A business plan and finding an HR niche are essential for new consultants, says a veteran consultant.

HR Measurement

Measure Employee Resource Groups To Yield Business Results
Whether employee resource, networking or affinity groups form at the request of employees or on the part of the employer should make no difference when it comes to how they are structured and measured, experts say.

Compensation

Avoid Bonus Blunders as Economy Slows
The end of the year brings bonus and performance review discussions for many employees. In 2008 those discussions are likely to be more difficult as the slumping economy prompts talks in which workers are asked to do more with less, including downsizing their bonus expectations.

Organizational Development

Managing Change Is Toughest Challenge
The priorities of leaders change greatly depending on the state of the economy, and today's economic uncertainties are making the process of managing change a key challenge for many organizations' leaders.

Workplace Diversity

Disability Inclusion: Use Common Sense
Finding ways to include employees with disabilities and those with special needs children into all aspects of an organization's work is not rocket science.

Workplace Law

First 100 Days of Next President Will Be Busy
The first 100 days of President-Elect Barack Obama’s and the new Congress’ tenure will be busy and are likely to include activity on paycheck fairness bills and the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA).