Ljnradio: Management Decisions

Consistently exploring your business model is important, as is examining the risk involved in all your decisions. While many associate risk with a likely negative outcome, others argue it correlates with your success. Karan Girotra, an entrepreneur and professor of technology and operations management at INSEAD, brings his proven experiences to the show. Karan tells Tim Muma about the value of risk and how you can make it work to your company's advantage. On Management Decisions (formerly Executive Decisions) we discuss topics that pertain to employers, especially upper-level managers, human resources professionals, and executives to gain an understanding of their roles and strategies. It's an inside look into their thoughts and behaviors which make them and their businesses successful.

Big-time companies like Amazon and Zappos have adopted a practice to pay their employees various sums of money if they wish to leave the organization. There are different tactics used, but some see it as a terrific way to gauge employee satisfaction, engagement and commitment. Chris Woolard, senior consultant with Walker Information and the Loyalty Expert, discusses how this can impact an organization, what this has to do with loyalty, and if it's a sound philosophy to pay employees to quit. On Management Decisions (formerly Executive Decisions) we discuss topics that pertain to employers, especially upper-level managers, human resources professionals, and executives to gain an understanding of their roles and strategies. It's an inside look into their thoughts and behaviors which make them and their businesses successful.

Many organizations depend on volunteers to keep their doors open; however, managing a volunteer can be different than managing a paid employee. Joan Ginsberg, founder of #SHRMChat and a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), joins the show to discuss how to effectively, and appropriately, manage those who volunteer to help an organization. On Management Decisions (formerly Executive Decisions) we discuss topics that pertain to employers, especially upper-level managers, human resources professionals, and executives to gain an understanding of their roles and strategies. It's an inside look into their thoughts and behaviors which make them and their businesses successful.

An exit interview takes place when an employee is leaving an organization, and they are meant to be a conversation between the employee and the employer about the employee's experience at the organization. However, many organizations are not receiving the full value of exit interviews because they are not being conducted correctly. Sharlyn Lauby, a human resources executive with over 20 years of experience, joins the show to share her insight on how and when exit interviews should be conducted. On Management Decisions (formerly Executive Decisions) we discuss topics that pertain to employers, especially upper-level managers, human resources professionals, and executives to gain an understanding of their roles and strategies. It's an inside look into their thoughts and behaviors which make them and their businesses successful.

Does your company have “employees” or people? Your employees are not only people, they are consumers, citizens, and promoters online and offline. Eric Lowitt, CEO of Nexus Global Advisors, joins the show to discuss why you should stop thinking of your individuals at work as employees and start thinking of them as people. In addition, Eric explains how you can get started and the ways this change in thinking can benefit your organization. On Management Decisions (formerly Executive Decisions) we discuss topics that pertain to employers, especially upper-level managers, human resources professionals, and executives to gain an understanding of their roles and strategies. It's an inside look into their thoughts and behaviors which make them and their businesses successful.

The culture within one's organization can play a huge factor throughout a company, often affecting various components of a company's performance and talent. Shirl Jenkins, Senior Vice President of IntelliDyne, shares her knowledge with Tim Muma about all things culture. Shirl doesn't see culture as a side note to an organization's draw, instead seeing the overwhelming benefit of creating an entire environment focused on genuine intention. On Management Decisions (formerly Executive Decisions) we discuss topics that pertain to employers, especially upper-level managers, human resources professionals, and executives to gain an understanding of their roles and strategies. It's an inside look into their thoughts and behaviors which make them and their businesses successful.

Without trust, being an effective leader can sometimes be a difficult task. The foundation of successful leadership comes from building on trusting relationships with employees and colleagues on all levels. Sandra Tibbs, founder of Neverest Solutions, joins the show to discuss several tips for building trust to achieve success in a leadership role. On Management Decisions (formerly Executive Decisions) we discuss topics that pertain to employers, especially upper-level managers, human resources professionals, and executives to gain an understanding of their roles and strategies. It's an inside look into their thoughts and behaviors which make them and their businesses successful.

Interviewing job candidates can be a challenging proposition, but if you're looking for the best personnel, it's imperative you have a solid strategy to discover the best fit for the position and the organization. Eliot Sun, CEO and Co-Founder of Kloudless, brings Tim Muma some shrewd interview strategies to enhance or improve upon the traditional interview queries. On Management Decisions (formerly Executive Decisions) we discuss topics that pertain to employers, especially upper-level managers, human resources professionals, and executives to gain an understanding of their roles and strategies. It's an inside look into their thoughts and behaviors which make them and their businesses successful.

Leadership is a topic often discussed, though many people have their own ideas as to what that entails. Sometimes it is a particular moment that matters more than anyone realizes. Henry Evans is the managing partner at Dynamic Results, LLC, as well as the co-author with Colm Foster of the book "Step Up: Lead in Six Moments that Matter." Henry joins Tim Muma to talk about the key times that true leadership is necessary and the impact it has on the organization as a whole. On Management Decisions (formerly Executive Decisions) we discuss topics that pertain to employers, especially upper-level managers, human resources professionals, and executives to gain an understanding of their roles and strategies. It's an inside look into their thoughts and behaviors which make them and their businesses successful.

The success of an organization and its employees is often spurred on by the leaders within a company. Their handle on the rest of the team has a direct impact on their productivity. Chris Withrow is the Chief Technology Officer for Warren County Schools, and he brings his real-world experience to LJNRadio to share with Tim Muma the types of questions that need to be asked by an organization's leaders. He explains what each question accomplishes, what the answers mean, and how to move forward effectively. On Management Decisions (formerly Executive Decisions) we discuss topics that pertain to employers, especially upper-level managers, human resources professionals, and executives to gain an understanding of their roles and strategies. It's an inside look into their thoughts and behaviors which make them and their businesses successful.

Many people fail to understand key differences between leadership, management and administration. Recognizing their unique attributes is essential to a productive work environment from top to bottom. Gary Boomer, CEO of Boomer Consulting, explains to Tim Muma why it's imperative employers value and emphasize how each role plays a significantly varied part in relation to the others. Gary also leaves the listeners with some tips on how to see the difference and what to do about it. On Management Decisions (formerly Executive Decisions) we discuss topics that pertain to employers, especially upper-level managers, human resources professionals, and executives to gain an understanding of their roles and strategies. It's an inside look into their thoughts and behaviors which make them and their businesses successful.

The term "thought leadership" has been thrown around quite a bit in recent years, but you'd be hard-pressed to get a solid handle on what it really means or how to truly be respected as one. The vice president of Influence & Co., Josh Johnson, brings his experienced take on becoming a thought leader in today's world. He talks with Tim Muma about a variety of factors that come into play and the strategies that have proven successful for individuals and companies seen in this light. On Management Decisions (formerly Executive Decisions) we discuss topics that pertain to employers, especially upper-level managers, human resources professionals, and executives to gain an understanding of their roles and strategies. It's an inside look into their thoughts and behaviors which make them and their businesses successful.

Onboarding is an experience that most new hires and their managers experience in the first few days, weeks, or months of employment. In this process employees learn company, organization, team, and role specific knowledge along with insight into the company’s culture and direction. Lilith Christiansen, author of Successful Onboarding: Strategies to Unlock Hidden Value within Your Organization and associate at Kaiser Associates and Booz Allen Hamilton, joins the show to share tips on how you can develop an effective onboarding strategy. On Management Decisions (formerly Executive Decisions) we discuss topics that pertain to employers, especially upper-level managers, human resources professionals, and executives to gain an understanding of their roles and strategies. It's an inside look into their thoughts and behaviors which make them and their businesses successful.

Managers and those in leadership positions work to guide their team through projects, and help them grown in their positions. In today’s world colleagues spend a majority of their time together, so friendships form – but it can be tricky being friends with your employees. Jennifer Winter joins the show to discuss effective strategies for becoming friends with your employees, while maintaining a healthy work relationship. On Management Decisions (formerly Executive Decisions) we discuss topics that pertain to employers, especially upper-level managers, human resources professionals, and executives to gain an understanding of their roles and strategies. It's an inside look into their thoughts and behaviors which make them and their businesses successful.

In trying to accurately assess the production and value of employees, companies devise a variety of tools to allow managers to objectively rate their employees' performance. The problem becomes figuring out how effective these evaluations are. Justin Harris, human resources practitioner and generalist at Tennessee State University, talks to Tim Muma about critiquing and revamping the current performance evaluation you use as an organization. He provides some tips and rationale for making small changes that could have a big impact. On Management Decisions (formerly Executive Decisions) we discuss topics that pertain to employers, especially upper-level managers, human resources professionals, and executives to gain an understanding of their roles and strategies. It's an inside look into their thoughts and behaviors which make them and their businesses successful.

It might be semantics to some, but differentiating between a purpose statement and a mission statement is a frame of mind and something that can alter thoughts, words and action. Stephanie Krieg is the founder of HR Culture Club and she explains to Tim Muma how simply shifting a company's focus through a purpose statement can open up employees to greater creativity, productivity and ownership. On Management Decisions (formerly Executive Decisions) we discuss topics that pertain to employers, especially upper-level managers, human resources professionals, and executives to gain an understanding of their roles and strategies. It's an inside look into their thoughts and behaviors which make them and their businesses successful.

Some employers continue to be skeptical when the idea of flexible work environments are brought up as a positive influence on employees and the company as a whole. Acacia HR Solutions founder, Sabrina Baker, a consultant and human resources professional, joins Tim Muma to talk about the variety of options employers have when contemplating a move to a flexible work environment. She also explains the far-reaching benefits for all parties, including increased creativity, productivity and revenue for the company. On Management Decisions (formerly Executive Decisions) we discuss topics that pertain to employers, especially upper-level managers, human resources professionals, and executives to gain an understanding of their roles and strategies. It's an inside look into their thoughts and behaviors which make them and their businesses successful.

Displaying a sense of humor and a light-hearted nature can do wonders to improve productivity and morale within an organization. While professionalism and tact are still necessary, companies and individuals who loosen up often have more success. Steve Cody, CEO and Co-Founder of Peppercomm, gives Tim Muma all the details on how and why humor creates a successful work environment. Studies also show the positive effects it has on individuals and their performance. On Management Decisions (formerly Executive Decisions) we discuss topics that pertain to employers, especially upper-level managers, human resources professionals, and executives to gain an understanding of their roles and strategies. It's an inside look into their thoughts and behaviors which make them and their businesses successful.

Playing can make a big impact on our creative minds and the perception of the world – or business – around us. Alfredo Muccino, Chief Creative Officer for Liquid Agency, talks to Tim Muma about his company's use and endorsement of LEGO serious play as a terrific way to get organizations to work together and solve problems in a tangible, hands-on way. Alfredo describes how people translate ideas into LEGOS, then find solutions to real-world issues. On Management Decisions (formerly Executive Decisions) we discuss topics that pertain to employers, especially upper-level managers, human resources professionals, and executives to gain an understanding of their roles and strategies. It's an inside look into their thoughts and behaviors which make them and their businesses successful.

Some industries are being hit terribly hard by a lack of qualified and skilled candidates. However, some experts argue employers are creating the idea of a talent shortage in some areas, simply by their perceptions of what is needed. Janine Truitt, a human resources and recruiting professional, joins Tim Muma to examine the factors involved with seeing a talent shortage. Perhaps, she argues, the issue lies a little deeper. On Management Decisions (formerly Executive Decisions) we discuss topics that pertain to employers, especially upper-level managers, human resources professionals, and executives to gain an understanding of their roles and strategies. It's an inside look into their thoughts and behaviors which make them and their businesses successful.