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During times of crisis or uncertainty, it is important that company management and union officials remain flexible and consider new workforce strategies and ways to improve labor relations in order to keep their business viable, for both shareholders and employees.…
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Important Options and Considerations The following is intended to provide an overview of key considerations and options available to the Buyer when acquiring a union represented operation by means of an Asset Purchase Sale. Unlike a Stock Purchase acquisition, where…
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Far too often blame gets placed solely on the manager if things aren’t going well for his/her department or working group. Of course, managers are responsible for their team, however, they alone cannot ensure success. The entire team must contribute…
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While reflecting on my past nursing experience, I realize why I preferred working in a hospital setting rather than a solo nursing career (i.e. home health care or private duty nurse). The reason; working in the hospital setting gave me…
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In today’s increasingly competitive business environment, it is essential for employers to effectively leverage the skills and talents of their employees. Listed below are five elements that have proven helpful in achieving this goal. Get Everyone Focused on the Same…
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While there are many variables that determine the success or failure of a business, it is generally acknowledged that having a talented and motivated workforce is one of the most important factors. The following information is intended to highlight several…
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There are five things that make a good manager great. Let’s look at the following five leadership qualities: Honesty Communication skills Decisiveness Confidence Creativity Honesty Honesty is a critical characteristic that any manager must possess. If a team feels their…
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Having conducted hundreds of employee assessments over the years, there are several themes that are constant, one if which is that employees want their company’s leaders to be visible and accessible. Building Relationships and Trust Show People that you Care…
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I am often asked, “What is the single most important thing a person can do to help their organization improve employee and labor relations?” In one word, the answer is “LISTEN.” Listen to your employees, coworkers, subordinates, union leaders, and…
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It’s about more than money Are labor disputes between nurses and hospitals on the rise or are they simply being covered in the news more often? Nurses strikes are not new, but they are becoming more frequent. Having worked in…
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