In these Episodes Part 1 & 2 Lisa discussing how to provide feedback, conduct effective evaluations and use S.M.A.R.T. objectives to improveknowledge and confidence in these critical talent management subjects.

4 Steps to Effective Training and Evaluating for Success Part 1

Mar 8th, 2023 30m 36s

Performance Management: The 30-60-90 Day Evaluation Form

Feb 22nd, 2023 17m 31s

Effective feedback is an important part of managing employee performance and it’s never to soon to begin. In this episode, Lisa discusses a standard 90 Day Introductory period and the important feedback to provide new hires to maximize their s

Legal and Effective Interviews

Feb 8th, 2023 32m 21s

In this episode Lisa shares the knowledge and skills to conduct legal and effective interviews that help screen out potential problem hires and reduce impartial evaluation of candidates.

Employee Record Retention for Your Business 1

Jan 25th, 2023 28m 26s

Managing your human resources involves lots of paperwork and along with that comes numerous regulations that specify how long records should be kept. In this episode, Lisa discusses the various documents maintained in employee files and for hu

10 Supervisory Mistakes To Avoid

Jan 11th, 2023 27m 6s

Supervisors are often the front line for shaping employee engagement and productivity as well as overseeing compliance with workplace policies. Without the proper training, direction, and oversight, supervisors may be more likely to make misste

Setting Priorities Part 1

Dec 21st, 2022 39m 52s

Accomplishing goals is incumbent on setting priorities and focusing on what’s most important both personally and professionally. In this episode, Lisa discusses the Eisenhower Principle made more known by author Steven R. Covey. She discusses

The Prides Model

Dec 7th, 2022 32m 17s

In this episode, Lisa reviews the PRIDES Model™ of interviewing to ensure interviewers and interviewees get the most out of the discussion to improve the potential of hiring the right fit for the organization and the individual candidate.

Onboarding Keys To Retention

Nov 16th, 2022 18m 23s

In this episode, Lisa discussed the importance of Onboarding and steps to take to maximize the new hires longevity in the organization to improve retention.

FLSA What Managers and Supervisors Need To Know

Oct 5th, 2022 54m 28s

In this podcast episode, we’ll look at the requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act, also known as FLSA, or the wage and hour law.FLSA is a federal law that regulates minimum wage, overtime, equal pay, and child labor and although managers

Conducting The Separation Discussion - Part 1

Sep 16th, 2022 24m 30s

Handling a separation goes beyond just doing it in a legally defensive manner. Showing that the organization cares about exiting employees can take several different forms including:• Planning what you will and will not say.• Coordinating the

A Guest Appearance on Workzinga's The Human Factor Podcast

Sep 1st, 2022 21m 15s

In this episode you will hear my conversation with Cole Evans, Marketing Officer at Workzinga. He invited me to be a guest in their podcast, The Human Factor where together we shared insights about Workplace Culture. We discovered the amazing a

How to have Efficient and Effective Meetings

Aug 17th, 2022 16m 2s

If you are like many leaders, your daily schedules are crammed so full of meetings, commitments and your life that you rarely have the luxury to sit down, relax and plan thoughtfully. However, being well prepared will give you an edge in condu

Communication Concepts Part 2 - Feedback and Barriers to Communication

Jul 6th, 2022 15m 59s

This communication skills podcast focuses on the various aspects and methods of an effective communication process and identifies barriers that prevent people from having a common understanding or effective dialogue. Listeners will also explore

Communication Concept Part 1

Jun 22nd, 2022 21m 54s

Smart Goals, Objectives and the Evaluation Conversation

Jun 8th, 2022 26m 40s

Smart Goals & Objectives & the Evaluation Conversation

Performance Improvement Conversations - Part 3 The Progressive Discipline Process

May 25th, 2022 26m 34s

Performance Improvement Conversations - Part 3 The Progressive Discipline Process

Performance Improvement Conversations - Part 2 Feedback

May 11th, 2022 23m 5s

Performance Improvement Conversations - Part 2 Feedback

Performance Improvement Conversations - Part 1

Apr 27th, 2022 30m 25s

Performance Improvement Conversations - Part 1

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion For Small Business

Apr 13th, 2022 32m

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion For Small Business

Conducting The Separation Discussion

Mar 23rd, 2022 24m 30s

Conducting The Separation Discussion

Conducting a Handbook Review

Mar 9th, 2022 23m 22s

Conducting a Handbook Review

Completing the I-9 Form

Feb 23rd, 2022 22m

Completing the I-9 Form

Conducting an Employee Handbook Review in 10 Steps

Dec 22nd, 2021 23m 22s

While a well-written handbook could keep you out of legal trouble, a poorly written one could make matters worse! This episode covers a brief checklist of a few essential items for any employee handbook.

Mandatory New Hire Form I-9 and How to Complete It

Dec 8th, 2021 22m

All U.S. employers must properly complete Form I-9 for each individual they hire for employment in the United States. Use Form I-9 to verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States. Thi