Patagonia is a manufacturer of outdoor clothing. While the climate at some firms evolves without much thought or conscious planning, Patagonia's climate has been carefully molded to help employees realize their potential. The hope, of course, is tha...
Finding good candidates to fill a vacant position is only the first step in developing a committed and productive employee. Staff development is actually an ongoing process that begins the first day a new employee walks in the door. Unfortunately, m...
Many people settle on a career and choose their first job purely on the basis of money. Later, they may change jobs or careers in a quest for greater fulfillment. In some cases, this fulfillment can result when a balance between work and personal li...