Feature Article

The Myth of Generational Differences in the Workplace

Submitted by Administrator on Thu, 2011-08-04 14:58. HR Leadership

Despite all we've heard recently about the differences between the four generations in the workplace, a new book flies in the face of the conventional wisdom on the subject. Jennifer Deal's research shows that regardless of age, we all want the same things: respect, trustworthy leaders, and opportunities to grow.

The Criticism Sandwich: A Stale Idea

Submitted by Administrator on Tue, 2011-05-24 09:00. Talent

This article has appeared on AMEX.

Mark Twain said that “sacred cows make the best hamburger.” One sacred cow is “the criticism sandwich”— no pun intended. The criticism sandwich advises us to lay on some praise before delivering any criticism and then to complete the process by adding another layer of praise. Most of us know, from having been at the receiving end of what feels like faux praise, that this process almost never works. Now we have scientific proof of why we should stop making sandwiches.

The Hidden Power of Kirkpatrick’s Four Levels

Submitted by Administrator on Tue, 2011-05-24 09:00. Talent