Is Your Workplace Ready for an Emergency?
Two weeks ago, a fire at a Southeast- Michigan 100 year old golf club provided a powerful reminder that emergencies are not abstract possibilities. In a matter of hours, employees can lose access to their workplace, planned events can be canceled, critical equipment and records can be destroyed, and normal operations can come to a sudden stop. The weeks that follow may require difficult decisions about employee communication, work arrangements, payroll, insurance, member services, and recovery. Is your workplace prepared if the unexpected happens?
What Research Reveals About Gender and Performance Feedback
Performance reviews influence pay decisions, promotions, development opportunities, and succession planning. While most organizations strive for fairness and objectivity, recent research suggests that gender-based differences in performance feedback remain common, particularly when managers evaluate subjective traits such as communication style, leadership, assertiveness, and emotional expression.
When Funny Isn’t Funny: New Research Challenges the Use of Humor in Job Postings
In an increasingly crowded talent market, employers often look for ways to stand out. Some organizations have turned to humor in job postings, hoping that witty language, clever headlines, or playful descriptions will capture attention and make their opportunities more attractive. While the approach may generate clicks and social media engagement, new research suggests it may not improve candidate attraction and could even create unintended consequences.
Wrongful Terminations: When At-Will Isn’t Enough
When an employee is not working out, termination may seem like a straightforward business decision. In an at-will employment relationship, employers generally have significant flexibility to end employment. But “at-will” does not mean “anything goes.”
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October 7, 2026
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Kalamazoo
October 13, 2026
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October 27, 2026
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November 5, 2026
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November 16, 2026
