HR & Labor Relations Consultants

Blog

people are key to company success

People are Key to Company Success

March 14, 2019

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 More
five qualities of a great manager

Five Qualities of a Great Manager

February 28, 2019

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…

Read More
the importance of visible leadership

The Importance of Visible Leadership

February 15, 2019

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…

Read More
listening is critical for success

LISTENING is Critical for Success

February 1, 2019

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…

Read More
understanding labor disputes between nurses and hospitals

Why are Labor Disputes Between Nurses and Hospitals Increasing?

January 28, 2019

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…

Read More
HR Due Diligence for Mergers and Acquisitions projects

HR Due Diligence for Successful M&A Projects

January 23, 2019

Research 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 More
Negotiating Government Incentives for Your Business

Negotiating Government Incentives for Your Business

January 22, 2019

Some 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 More
How Clear Policies Can Help Improve Employee Relations

How Clear Policies Can Help Improve Employee Relations

January 21, 2019

When 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 More
The Top 3 Ways A Human Resources Consultant Can Help Lower Your Stress

The Top 3 Ways A Human Resources Consultant Can Help Lower Your Stress

January 7, 2019

Are 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 More
“What Makes A Successful Manager Successful? Part Two” is locked What Makes A Successful Manager Successful? Part Two

What Makes A Successful Manager Successful? Part Two

December 7, 2018

In 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.…

Read More