We’re told that employees in mission-driven organizations are more engaged. But surely this applies only if the employees, themselves, feel they have a … Read more
Robin Hardman, owner of Robin Hardman Communications, helps companies of all sizes win recognition by helping them put together the best possible “best place to work” and other corporate awards submissions — from Working Mother and Fortune to the Stevies and IABC. When she's not doing that, Robin is helping companies communicate to their employees with compelling and easy-to-read benefits, HR, and general-topic employee communications. Contact her at robin@robinhardman.com.
Retiring at 65 Is So Last Century
Have you heard about this group yet? Respectful Exits calls itself the “organized voice of aging workers,” and it aims to give voice to a group that is … Read more
Stop Telling Us the End of Your Story First
I’ve just put a bow on my busiest season, the late spring and summer months when I work with companies to put together the best possible submissions for … Read more
Now, Being a Great Place to Work Means Great For Each Employee
Last month I attended the Great Place to Work Institute’s annual conference, and once again I was struck by how things have changed. Great Place to Work … Read more
With Women’s Employment Slowing, Employers Need to Do More
An opinion piece in The New York Times a few weeks ago really jolted me. I had my head buried in “best company” applications all summer— helping clients … Read more
Why Data Needs a Story to Make a Difference
Trying to sell a new idea or program to senior leadership? Or showcase your organization’s features to win a corporate award or land a grant? We’ve all … Read more
Burnout Is Sabotaging Retention
I don’t know much about the massage industry, but it occurs to me it must be riding high these days. Everywhere I look, companies are providing employees … Read more
Why I Stopped Bad-Mouthing “Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day”
Today, April 23, is the fourth Thursday of the month, which means it’s Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day (aka TODAS). Kids will be trooping through … Read more
The Secret to Great (and Highly Effective) Employee Communications
Want to create an excellent workplace? Take a look at your employee communications. Most people you ask — employees and “great workplace” experts alike … Read more
Dying to Work, or Why Great Workplaces Are Healthy Workplaces
Work can be sickening. Literally. During an appearance at the recent Great Place to Work annual conference this month n New Orleans, Stanford business … Read more