A crisis communications plan is something companies have in place to use as a guide for external and internal communications during a crisis. The depth of the plan and what it does or doesn’t include can vary widely from company to company. Many companies don’t have a formal plan. It’s easy to push putting a […]... Read More
These are perilous times on many fronts; for those suffering from the coronavirus, their families and the rest of us who are dealing with social distancing and financial uncertainty. But even during this period, I can’t help but look to the future and see positive change ahead. We live in a country that has endured […]... Read More
As the number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 (coronavirus) continues to increase, organizations across the world have implemented travel restrictions, quarantines, furloughs and other measures to combat the spread of the virus to their employees and customers. One of the most common precautionary measures taken has been instituting or expanding remote working policies. For many […]... Read More
In an old comic strip, parents watch their son play video games and envision of a future of lucrative job prospects based on this expertise. That was the joke, back in 1990.... Read More
For most of us, accountability only happens once frustration boils over! It’s not thoughtful and planned; rather, it’s reactionary and out of control.... Read More
Even if you didn't grow up in the 1980s, you probably know at least some of the lyrics to the Styx classic Mr. Roboto. For example, you may be familiar with this line: "Domo arigato, Mr. Roboto, for d... Read More
Lots of executives, small business owners, and managers talk about the importance of strategic planning. But usually, that’s a terrible, terrible idea.... Read More
The past four years have rightfully challenged everyone to take serious stock of their workplace culture, honestly assessing respect and gender parity, or the lack thereof. From Gretchen Carlson’s 2016 sexual harassment bombshell dropped on Roger Ailes of Fox News, to the explosive revelations in 2017 of decades of sexual misconduct by Harvey Weinstein, followed by […]... Read More
The uses of technology in our world today are endless, widespread and constantly evolving.... Read More
Reaching the top of the leadership ladder can be a strenuous process for any woman, as biases and barriers still exist in many workplaces. These can affect how many women eventually get a seat at the table within their selective organizations and industries and worse, may deter some from attempting in the first place. Although […]... Read More
On December 20, The SECURE Act (“SECURE”) passed into law as part of a budget bill. SECURE drastically alters retirement account distribution requirements for a beneficiary inheriting a retirement acc... Read More
At Collective Alternative, our company culture stems from the adoption of six core values — characteristics we strive to uphold that create a more rewarding experience both for our clients and the tea... Read More
As a business owner, do you find a lot of people coming to you for the answers? It can be overwhelming! Instead of giving answers, lead by asking questions. Too many people in leadership roles think leadership is about telling people to do things. It’s really about asking people the right questions. Always telling and giving […]... Read More
Managing time off requests around the holidays can be daunting for employers, particularly for those who must maintain certain production standards or whose busiest time may be during the holidays. There are several practical and legal considerations at play. Companies must be able to maintain productivity, but do not want to hurt employee morale. For […]... Read More
Employee engagement is defined as “the level of an employee’s commitment and connection to an organization.” Over the past few years, employee engagement has emerged as one of the biggest competitive... Read More
In You Are What You Love, James K. A. Smith asks us to imagine a snowball sitting atop an iceberg. The snowball represents our conscious reasoning. When we learn something new, it goes into our snowball. The iceberg represents our intuitive, emotional processes. It is where our default behaviors live—the things that power our instincts and […]... Read More
Jay was ready to walk away from his business. He’d grown it from 3 people to 18 and it had gotten too complicated. Everyday someone was upset, a crucial deadline was missed, equipment broke down, or a... Read More
From time to time, employers express concerns about the health issues an employee or applicant may develop in the future due to his or her current physical condition, particularly weight.... Read More
From time to time, employers express concerns about the health issues an employee or applicant may develop in the future due to his or her current physical condition, particularly weight.... Read More
There’s a cultural disease plaguing almost every organization in human history. It’s a mind virus which insists that if we did’t come up with it, then it can’t be any good. I’be heard this expressed a few different ways. One is to label the phenomena as if it is a medical ailment, by calling it Not […]... Read More
