The impact conflict has when it escalates into personality clashes or warring egos can be huge. According to a study commissioned by CPP Inc., publishers of the Myers-Briggs Assessment and the Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument, the U.S. spends more than $359 billion in paid hours (the equivalent of 385 million working days) wasted each year because of workplace conflict.

* For a full outline of the New CT Harassment & Discrimination Prevention Training requirements which go into effect on Oct. 1 please click here to see the CT CHRO documentation.

We all THINK we understand what makes an employee stay at our organizations or go to the competition, but have you made a practice of asking? Here’s why you should!

For employers contending with an employee out on a medical leave take careful note: don’t jump to conclusions. Specifically, just because an employee goes on a planned vacation during the course of a medical leave does not automatically mean that there is underlying going on.

The new site reflects the requests of members like you! Be sure to leverage all the improvements to make the most of this helpful resource.

Employees are asking for more learning opportunities, and they’re abandoning ship when their employers don’t offer training. Don’t lose your talent to the competition.

Between the tight labor market, pay equity regulations and a rise in minimum wages – employers across the country are feeling the squeeze of compression. It isn’t going to get better without addressing the issues. Find out where to start!

Can a disabled employee request part time scheduling? See what some local states have decided when this request for reasonable accommodation has surfaced.