Employee Recognition on a Budget
To Listen click here: Sometimes in the hustle and bustle of our work lives, we forget to step back and thank those around us.... Read More →
Why can’t they leave well enough alone
Listen Here: When was the last time an employee walked into your office and offered a suggestion? What was your reaction? Do your employees see... Read More →
Finding your Authentic Leadership Style
Listen here: Are you struggling to find a leadership style that works for you and your employees? A style you can feel comfortable with,... Read More →
Perception is Reality
Listen here: When I first started working I used to get so tired of hearing “Perception is Reality”, it didn’t usually come with an explanation... Read More →
Uh Oh…I’m a Manager?!?
Congratulations – you got the promotion – you are a MANAGER! You are thinking, “this is great”, “now things can get done”, “people will have... Read More →
Micromanaging – Why do you do it?
Do you do it? Are you sure? The next time you are speaking to an employee, listen to yourself – your words, tone and intention.... Read More →
How to have that first difficult conversation
You know that conversation where you have to tell an employee for the first time that either they are not performing or their attitude is... Read More →
A little ditty about HR
My passion is HR – why – because it is about the people. The people who run the business as well as those who work... Read More →
Dear Boss: A Tale of Two Styles
An employee has sent you a letter about your leadership style. Which letter would you rather receive? One Dear Boss: I want to thank you... Read More →
We interrupt your day…
for a brief commercial message. We are very excited to announce that Focus HR will be doing speaking engagements. We have started with 5 topics... Read More →