Managing people, human capital and culture - Human Resource Management (HRM) is critical for business success. HRM Guide publishes articles and news releases about HR surveys, employment law, human resource research, HR books and careers that bridge the gap between theory and practice.

Integrating and Engaging New Recruits is a Key Element of Employee Retention
<July 18 2011 - A new Canadian study published in the Journal of Managerial Psychology shows the value of structured approaches to orientation (induction) training and mentoring.

Workplace Happiness
February 10 2009 - A report from Strategic Connections Inc. highlights the negative impact on employee morale and engagement associated with the current economic downturn and suggests strategies to help organizations retain the integrity of their workforce in preparation for improved conditions.

Smart Retention Strategies for IT
April 13 2006 - A recent survey finds that today's businesses are taking active steps to persuade valued employees to stay - and they don't involve a ball and chain, according to Robert Half Technology.

North American workers feel negative about work
February 18 2003 - A recent survey by Towers Perrin shows that employees in Canada and the US have strong emotions about their working lives but these feelings are mainly negative at the moment.

Responsibility Virus
January 5 2003 - Why do some people take credit for everything-dooming themselves to a lonely 'crash-and-burn,' while others go to extreme measures to hide from the spotlight?

Confidence in big bosses declines
October 22 2002 - A Watson Wyatt survey shows that declining employee confidence in corporate leadership is threatening Canadian competitiveness.