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2024-02-22 17:57
In the fast-paced world of business, selecting the right team members goes beyond evaluating technical abilities; it necessitates a harmony between a candidate’s personal values and th… Read More
2024-01-25 17:37
As the sun rises on a new era of work, it illuminates a landscape that’s different from what we’ve known. In the ever-evolving workplace, a prominent pattern has eme… Read More
2023-12-12 20:18
The post-pandemic workplace is at a crossroads, with organizations and employees navigating the delicate balance between on-site and remote work. Whether this shift is permanent… Read More
2023-11-15 14:59
Special thanks to all who attended our free webinar, “Navigating the Fundamentals of Human Resources” on November 8!
We thoroughly enjoyed sharing HR insights and be… Read More
2023-10-31 14:12
Are employee recognition and rewards programs more feel-good or morale boosters? Do they generate a return on investment?
Although employee rewards programs and recognition are… Read More
2023-10-31 14:12
As a result of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, employers must complete and submit an I-9 form for every new hire. Officially titled the Employment Eligibility Ve… Read More
2023-10-13 13:24
DATE: Wednesday, November 8, 2023
TIME: 3pm EST
Effective HR management is vital to an organization’s success. It involves the art of leading, guiding, and empowering indi… Read More
2023-09-25 13:51
The phrase “informational interview” is commonly used and, unfortunately, often misunderstood. Used correctly, an informational interview can be a valuable tool to m… Read More
2023-09-13 22:25
Finally, the interviews have ended and you’re making an offer to a candidate.
Then the candidate pushes back, negotiating salary, perks, or some other aspect of the… Read More
2023-08-16 15:35
The term “quiet quitting” might be new and trending, but workers who aren’t engaged, feel little connection to the organization, and do the bare minimum have b… Read More
2023-07-28 16:49
Developing employees and helping them find opportunities to advance is more complicated when workers are remote. How do you provide equal opportunities for people who are fully… Read More
2023-07-05 17:51
The pandemic forced a sea change as large populations of employees shifted to remote work almost overnight. Some workplaces have attempted to swing back to a mix of on-site and… Read More
2023-06-12 17:37
A compensation strategy is a planned approach to administering pay and benefits that is intentionally designed to attract, retain, reward, and motivate employees for their contr… Read More
2023-05-11 14:58
All organizations have a wide variety of private information about employees that most would consider private and personal:
Personal information such as Social Security Number… Read More
2023-05-03 17:13
No matter what type of business you’re in, there are laws and regulations that govern the decisions you make regarding applicants and employees. The employment laws that g… Read More
2023-03-27 21:09
Many employees want to learn more and grow in their careers. Many organizations encourage professional advancement.
When growth includes earning a degree or certification, atten… Read More
2023-01-05 15:15
Interviewing and evaluating candidates for an organization can be tricky. Does this person have the right skills for the position? Will they fit in with the organization’s… Read More
2023-01-05 15:15
You’ve posted the job and vetted the resumes. Now it’s time to start screening and interviewing candidates. What’s the best way for HR professionals to find ju… Read More
2022-12-08 19:31
Employers generally don’t provide for altruistic reasons. Benefits help organizations attract and retain good employees. They send a message about how the organization val… Read More
2022-11-28 20:43
Your human resources team excels at their responsibilities. Are there times, such as when choosing healthcare plans or other benefits, to bring in an outside expert?
Expertise c… Read More
2022-11-09 21:29
Many people who succeed in business, particularly women, point to someone who helped them along the way. Someone who acted as a sounding board, who shared their wisdom and exper… Read More
2022-10-25 16:29
You need to ramp up staff quickly. Or you’re looking for a top-level executive or a new hire with a specialized skillset that’s hard to find. Should an in-house recr… Read More
2022-10-10 15:58
Your HR team is stretched thin and needs help. You’re looking for a specific skillset or specialized knowledge that you don’t have in-house. You’re too new, to… Read More
2022-09-15 15:25
Beyond salary, what keeps employees loyal, engaged, and motivated are the perks that an organization offers. Some, such as health insurance or paid time off, are relatively comm… Read More
2022-09-08 18:35
Developing leaders is critical to the success of virtually all organizations. Developing more female leaders and adding diversity to management and executives are equally import… Read More
2022-08-03 19:24
The benefits of retaining valued employees are huge, and smart organizations use every means at their disposal to keep employees happy and productive. Often, one of those means… Read More
2022-07-29 17:41
Trust is much more than a feel-good idea: it can have significant effects on employee productivity, loyalty, turnover, and engagement.
It’s difficult enough for organizati… Read More
2022-06-28 14:39
Many for-profit organizations reward performance with raises and bonuses. For them, the metrics used for performance-based compensation are simple: revenue, profits, and other n… Read More
2022-06-21 02:45
What’s one of the fastest ways your organization can improve? Learn more about why people are leaving.
When employees leave, not only do they take institutional knowledge… Read More
2022-06-01 15:32
Most organizations understand the basics of human resources: help shape policies, write employee manuals, manage benefits, avoid liabilities, acquire talent, train and onboard e… Read More
2022-05-12 13:16
As of April 2022, 37 states have legalized medical marijuana, and 18 states and the District of Columbia have legalized recreational marijuana. Other states have plans either to… Read More
2022-04-28 14:02
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs do more than just give employees a sense of belonging, although that’s one of the benefits. A robust DEI program—back… Read More
2022-04-08 13:11
When you post a job opening, are you getting so many excellent candidates that you have trouble choosing? Are you getting many highly qualified prospects? Or do the experience a… Read More
2022-04-05 18:12
An HR consortium can be a cost-effective HR solution for smaller organizations that need HR expertise but lack the resources for a full-time HR team, as outlined here.
Best prac… Read More
2022-03-10 15:52
An HR consortium can be a cost-effective HR solution for smaller organizations who need HR expertise but lack the resources for a full-time HR team, as outlined here.
This artic… Read More
2022-02-25 19:59
Many nonprofits and small organizations face the same issue: they don’t have the budget for a full-time human resources specialist, but they need ongoing, expert HR guidan… Read More
2022-02-08 19:33
Every organization has the same questions. Are employees engaged with the organization and each other? Are they committed to the organization’s mission? Do they feel their… Read More
2022-01-20 18:09
A strong, well-designed onboarding program can benefit both new employees and your organization. Specifically, strategic onboarding can improve employee engagement, increase per… Read More
2022-01-10 21:35
What benefits should an organization expect from a coaching program? Should coaches be managers? How long should coaching last? What are the guidelines for initiating a coaching… Read More
2022-01-04 18:27
The benefits of coaching are well documented. But what makes a person a good coach? Here are some answers.
How Does Coaching Help Employees?
Typically, coaching is the process i… Read More
2021-12-03 20:49
Is a healthy workforce a happier and more productive workforce? Do workplace health and wellness programs benefit the organization, as well as the employees? Will clients or cus… Read More
2021-11-19 17:17
Mentoring and coaching can have many benefits for the employees being mentored and coached, the people doing the mentoring and coaching, and the organization itself. Although ma… Read More
2021-11-10 17:58
Staff in the workplace. Staff working from home. Staggered schedules. Many workplaces are transitioning to a new reality in the wake of the pandemic. They’re working to cr… Read More
2021-10-28 18:49
Should your organization require that all staff be vaccinated? Or that employees either get vaccinated or get tested regularly for COVID-19?
No matter what your organization cho… Read More
2021-10-05 18:50
Many organizations make the same comment: they have Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs in the workplace, but their hiring isn’t diverse because “Qualifi… Read More
2021-09-23 16:18
Mentoring is an excellent way to help new hires grow, learn, and embrace the organization’s culture. It can give new managers the skills they need. It can provide employee… Read More
2021-09-01 17:35
Every manager was a new manager once. Some learned and grew and excelled at their jobs. Others struggled. Some decided they weren’t cut out to be managers. Not every talen… Read More
2021-08-26 18:12
Are diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) important to your organization? Are DEI Programs important to your staff?
They should be. Creating a safe and inclusive work environme… Read More
2021-07-28 17:42
Why do employees work for your organization? Why are they satisfied and productive, or unhappy, with one foot out the door?
Your pay and benefits? The free snacks and company ou… Read More
2021-07-08 16:21
How do you keep an eye on managing remote employees who may be miles (or several states) away? What can you do when remote workers need coaching, support, or maybe aren’t… Read More
2021-06-24 16:24
It’s one thing to have experienced staff working remotely. They know what they’re supposed to do and how and when to do it.
Training staff that are new to your organ… Read More
2021-05-21 15:21
How can you meet the challenges of recruiting, hiring, and onboarding real employees in a virtual environment?
By understanding the differences that work from home means for off… Read More
2021-04-29 16:29
Your staff used to have impromptu conversations around the water cooler or coffee machine. A few of them would have lunch together or hit happy hour. Whether they talked about w… Read More
2021-04-05 15:13
This article is the second in a two-part series on common federal regulations and best practices for compliance.
The first article in this series listed the highlights and thres… Read More
2021-03-24 04:37
This article is the first in a two-part series on common federal regulations and best practices for compliance.
Many federal regulations, such as the Family and Medical Leave Ac… Read More
2021-03-17 16:16
Your greatest asset isn’t your processes, your organization, or a mysterious “secret sauce.”
It’s your employees. Chances are, more than 50% of your gros… Read More
2021-02-15 16:37
In today’s world, many situations might prompt the need for an internal investigation. An employee might lodge an EEOC complaint, or an applicant may file a discrimination… Read More
2021-02-03 14:21
After nearly a year of juggling the changes and challenges of the pandemic, many businesses are still in a stage of chaos, refining work-from-home efforts and limiting contact (… Read More
2020-12-21 14:26
Are exit interviews a needless formality, or can they serve a greater purpose? If you already know why someone is choosing to leave (or has been terminated), is there even a poi… Read More
2020-12-18 14:05
You have sifted through candidates, conducted interview after interview, and are ready to make an offer (or maybe you’ve already made one).
The only thing on the to-do lis… Read More
2020-12-08 18:46
It lays out the rules and expectations. It answers questions, highlights policies, and mitigates liability. A comprehensive, thoughtful, well-written employee manual is critical… Read More
2020-12-03 18:19
How’s it going?
More precisely, how do your employees think it’s going? Are they enthusiastic and motivated? Do they embrace your organization’s mission? Do th… Read More
2020-11-10 17:40
An HR audit can uncover issues, mitigate liability, and help ensure that your HR department and managers are doing the best possible job of identifying, hiring, training, mentor… Read More
2020-10-27 15:05
Productive meetings typically don’t just happen organically. A skilled facilitator can coax great ideas out of a management retreat, help managers brainstorm strategies to… Read More
2020-10-16 13:43
Call it training, development, education, or continuous learning, organizations develop some sort of educational offering for many reasons. It might be part of an onboarding pro… Read More
2020-10-07 17:02
As offices start to reopen—or to develop plans for reopening—they have two basic questions:
How will COVID-19 affect us now, and what should we be doing to reopen sa… Read More
2020-09-03 19:54
Do employees of different generations work better under different management styles? What role do generational differences play in staff satisfaction and productivity? These are… Read More
2020-08-12 19:29
In many areas, employees are returning to workplaces. Offices, stores, restaurants, warehouses, and manufacturing facilities are reopening. Employees rightly have questions and… Read More
2020-07-17 13:34
Reopening your office doesn’t mean things are back to normal. Your organization and staff are coming back to a new world, bringing questions, concerns, new challenges, and… Read More
2020-07-10 17:08
Do all of your employees, regardless of race, gender, or other factors, feel that they have equal opportunities within your organization? Do they feel that mentoring, evaluation… Read More
2020-06-16 18:51
By Lillian Markus
Employers have done a great job adjusting to workplace shutdowns and disruptions due to Covid-19. Now it’s time to pivot again—this time, planning… Read More
2020-06-09 17:25
By M. Penny Levin, Ph.D.
As workplaces slowly begin to reopen, many organizations are welcoming their employees back. However, employers may find that their employees have chang… Read More
2020-05-01 15:40
Everyone in business, and indeed in the world, asks the same question: When will things get back to normal?
The real questions for organizations are:
What should we be doing now… Read More
2020-04-07 14:00
Now, more than ever, organizations are realizing the importance of a human resources department. Coordinating home workers while ensuring safe facilities calls for new policies… Read More
2020-04-01 17:41
The new Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) will have a significant impact on businesses, especially small businesses. Many businesses are uncertain about how the ac… Read More
2020-03-18 11:40
These are, for individuals and organizations alike, anxious times. Chances are your organization has never seen anything like the coronavirus before.
In many ways, preparing for… Read More
2020-02-17 19:28
Situation and Challenges
The Brooklyn Children’s Museum had recently lost its human resources person and faced significant challenges: no formal onboarding process, outdat… Read More
2020-02-17 19:27
Situation and Challenges
Brown-Forman, makers of Jack Daniel’s whiskey and many other brands of liquor and wine, sold its products to a diverse, global population. Its sen… Read More
2020-02-17 19:26
Situation and Challenges
The City University of New York (CUNY) School of Professional Studies was experiencing significant public scrutiny as a result of several high-profile c… Read More
2020-02-17 19:25
Situation and Challenges
With 400,000 members throughout the U.S. and Canada, the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) – Local 825 faced significant human res… Read More
2020-02-17 19:24
Situation and Challenges
Visionary Brands, an automotive products supplier listed as one of the fastest-growing companies in New Jersey, had no human resources support. The comp… Read More
2020-02-17 13:28
As one of the leading firms for HR outsourcing near Mercer County, The Lindenberger Group deals with businesses of all sizes and industries who provide various reasons for outsourcing their… Read More
2020-02-17 13:28
As one of the leading firms for HR outsourcing near Mercer County, The Lindenberger Group deals with businesses of all sizes and industries who provide various reasons for outsourcing their… Read More
2020-01-22 14:30
Executive coaching and career coaching might sound like similar concepts, but they’re actually quite different. At the Lindenberger Group, we’re not just a top-rated HR consultin… Read More
2020-01-05 19:46
If you are considering a career change, are unhappy with your current job, or simply want to tweak your resume, a career coach could be just what you need. Career coaches can help you determ… Read More
2019-12-10 15:15
Healthcare firms from PA and NJ to NYC need HR consulting services that are suited to their industry-specific needs and standards. But when in-house staff is unable to efficiently manage a m… Read More
2019-11-18 13:25
Executive coaching can have many benefits for your business, including improved self-awareness, enhanced employee morale, and even better self-regulation. With the help of experienced HR coa… Read More
2019-09-27 12:52
Effective leadership is crucial in every industry and is necessary for executing a vision and creating unity towards the same goal. Leaders in the workplace are responsible for planning, cre… Read More
2019-09-27 12:50
The Lindenberger Group is a leading figure in the realm of HR outsourcing in Philadelphia. We have developed multiple tools and systems to streamline the human resources process. These inclu… Read More
2019-09-01 15:50
Everyone benefits from a good interview. An effective interview gives you the data you need to make the right hiring decision and promotes your company’s good brand to the prospective… Read More
2019-08-30 15:48
The success of a business is dependent on its talent – the employees, the knowledge workers, and associates, technical or functional specialists; the people who do the work and make t… Read More
2019-08-28 15:46
After you have recruited and interviewed candidates for an open position, how do you decide who to hire?
Here is a simple strategy that can help you make the best choice.
First, list up to… Read More
2019-08-26 15:46
You are within your rights to restrict bulletin board use to official company notices and postings. To enhance camaraderie and team spirit, you may find it is useful to allow employees to p… Read More
2019-08-02 14:01
An exit interview is an interview with a departing employee to learn why he or she is leaving the organization and/or to understand what the employee liked and did not like about the job, t… Read More
2019-07-09 19:17
It’s officially summer. What will you do to jumpstart your career? Consider hiring a coach to help you with your career. A coach can give you unbiased feedback, help you discern your g… Read More
2019-06-26 15:54
Carol is a dedicate learning and development professional. Carol has worked with our organization for several years. I have worked with Carol exclusively over the last year. Carol has… Read More
2019-06-14 23:01
You must be prompt and consistent when addressing ineffective behavior.
The best way to do this is to utilize disciplinary procedures that are predictable, follow a logical sequence, and are… Read More
2019-06-05 09:16
Each year millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental illness. During May, the National Association of Mental Illness (NAMI) raises awareness of mental health. NAMI works… Read More
2018-08-09 16:18
Train the trainer, sometimes referred to as TTT, is an education model whereby individuals identified to teach, mentor or train others attend training themselves. Some m… Read More
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