article thumbnail

Why HR and the CEO should be joined at the Hip | In the CEO Afterlife

In the CEO Afterlife

by John • September 6, 2011 • Human Resources , Leadership • 1 Comment. My regret is that I did not free up my other hip for Human Resources, a group of eager young managers at the rear of the functional pecking order. HR’s most important role is to influence the CEO on the corporate culture.

CEO 162
article thumbnail

Is There a CEO Afterlife? | In the CEO Afterlife

In the CEO Afterlife

by John • August 7, 2011 • Human Resources , Leadership , Life • 0 Comments. Many find satisfaction using their influence to help others. Human Resources. 5 principles of simplicity via @ matthewemay [link] Humans need a reminder RT @ hunterwalk Good design teaches. Main menu Home.

CEO 100
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Rules for Designing an Engaging Workplace

Harvard Business Review

Most of us would acknowledge that good design has a powerful influence on how people think and behave. Several dozen of us, working around the world, are moving what scientists have learned about how humans experience space from the dark corners of academia into the light of design practice, where it can make people’s lives better.

article thumbnail

Give Workers the Power to Choose: Cave or Commons

Harvard Business Review

The same is true for commons — there is a human need for people to gather around the water cooler and so, making the workplace inviting in different ways can build community. The challenge for leaders is in achieving the right balance through informal influence and modeling, and formal policy moves.

Power 8