Welcome to 2011! My guess is that we all approach this year with a lot of excitement and maybe some angst about all that we have and want to get done this year. So often...too often, we tend to think about our lives in terms of what we accomplish. This... read more →
Jan
05
Dec
16
2010 has been a year of growth. P. A. WEISS has expanded and so have the offerings. And, it’s been a lot of fun! These services now include: Organizational Dynamics Assessment Analyze and advise in the human elements within an organization to identify how these dynamics are helping or hurting... read more →
Aug
14
Typically, we in HR are care-givers. We’re constantly making sure that everybody else is OK. Many of us are, by nature, nurturers; let’s admit it. I say that without any apologies whatsoever. We often are the much-needed heart of the company and we can’t lose that. But who’s nurturing you?... read more →
Jun
14
No doubt, one of the most challenging aspects of leading a business is the people factor. Navigating employee relationships and the problems that can arise from them can be extremely challenging, even for the most seasoned professional. This is definitely where seemingly “soft” is truly “hard.” I’m absolutely convinced that... read more →
Apr
12
Over two years ago on December 19, 2007 Keith Hammonds, Deputy Editor, Fast Company, came out with his memorable article “Why We Hate HR.” Almost immediately it was met with rejoicing by all corporate types. Finally, someone nailed it regarding many people’s experiences with human resources. Many of us in... read more →
Jan
15
Human resources professionals will, no doubt, continue to be challenged and stretched in 2010. Expectations from CEOs, other senior leaders, employees and legislators make the role exciting and demanding. But budget cushions from the past for large mistakes and workarounds no longer exist. So HR’s decisions and actions will have... read more →