I’ve consulted with a lot of organizations on issues around employee salaries, and I’ve learned one important thing.

Human resources leaders play a crucial role in every organization.

Every year, Washington Business Journals hosts the Best Places To Work awards here in D.C. It’s a great ceremony that celebrates the positive, supportive cultures in companies both large and small.

Many of my clients are surprised when I share that a proper job title and a well-written job description are crucial parts of a successful search for the right employee.

It's a hot labor market right now, and leaders in all industries are struggling to recruit. This could be bad news, even if you're not actively hiring. A competitive labor market means that employers will go to extreme measures to headhunt the best people—including the people on your team.

It’s every hiring manager’s nightmare.