How to Hire the Best People

How to Hire the Best People

It’s said that the decision to hire someone is one of the most important decisions a company makes. Much of what has been written on this topic focuses on what to look for when hiring the “perfect” candidate, avoiding errors in judgment and other traps, and the...
Are You Making a Difference?

Are You Making a Difference?

Professional conferences usually offer plenty of learning and networking opportunities — and, every so often, the chance to reflect on some larger questions. The recent annual conference of NEHRA (Northeast Human Resources Association) in Worcester, MA offered...
Rethinking the Role of HR

Rethinking the Role of HR

The future of the HR function is squarely in the crosshairs in a recent series of dueling blog posts at the Harvard Business Review. In my view, the spirited exchange is missing something very important. Some quick context: The first shot, is from Ram Charan, who...