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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…
Read MoreThere 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…
Read MoreHaving 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…
Read MoreI 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…
Read MoreIt’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…
Read MoreResearch consistently shows that a due diligence process that includes a careful review of important HR and people-related issues, identifying potential risks and opportunities for improvement, is far more likely to yield a successful M&A outcome. Hutchison Group consultants have…
Read MoreSome years ago, a wise man said, If you don’t know where you’re going, you’ll probably end up someplace else”. The same idea applies to obtaining government incentives. If you don’t know what’s available, what you want, or understand past…
Read MoreWhen it comes to running a profitable business, one of the key components necessary for success is maintaining a good relationship with the workforce. But, understanding how to keep employees engaged during periods of change is not always a simple…
Read MoreAre you interested in working with a human resources consultant? Find out how hiring an HR consulting firm can drastically cut down on your stress. For example, during mergers and acquisitions or company restructuring, tensions and anxieties can often run…
Read MoreIn part one of this two-part series, we took the opportunity to discuss the services of our HR consulting firm, Hutchison Group. Specifically, we highlighted the importance of an organization’s supervisors setting the tone of success for the entire company.…
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