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How to Deal: Performance Reviews
On both sides of the conference table, Performance reviews are considered one of the most disliked, or often feared parts of working within an organization. On one side, the employer or manager, may have not kept accurate records of an employee’s progress is stuck on highlight performance highs and lows, and how to encourage the employee to set new goals based on the performance review. Employees may feel they did not receive the performance review they truly deserve…perhaps viewing their employer or manager as overly critical. How does an organization get past these issues and make performance reviews enjoyable? Astronology investigates the concerns in performance reviews.
How to Deal: Office Disputes
One of the most feared days has come for you as a manager, or human resource representative. An office dispute has landed in your office between two employees, or worst yet, between a manager and an employee. It’s a natural inclination to want to solve the issue rather quickly, or to shoulder the mediating skill on to someone else. However, it is more practical to resolve the issue and take preventative steps to assure such disputes can be kept at a minimum, or none at all. Astronology continues a popular series called, How To Deal with the topic of: Office Disputes
The Interviewing Process: Do You Know the Rules?
As we draw closer to the summer, and spring semester of higher education creeps to closure, everyone in HR realizes that the time has come to prepare for the upcoming flood of job applicants. Are you up to date on the rules on conducting job interviews? Or, are you playing the role of the interviewee and don’t know the Do’s and Dont’s of interview etiquette? In this issue of Astronology, we will review the rules of interviewing-for both sides of the table.
Team Building Of What Benefit Is It?
Just how important is it really for an organization to acquire a team-building environment? Are you an HR representative or leader that has wondered if you should look into introducing such a program to your organization? In this issue of Astronology, we give you a smorgasbord of information in regards to team building; the importance of it and how you can introduce the culture of team building to your organization.

Religious Accommodation…Keeping the Balance
For many, religion is a private and sacred part of their lives. Still, this delicate subject impacts an employee’s professional life and his / her organization. Many organizations are quite conscious of the sensitivity needed when addressing employees’ requests for religious accommodation. However, some organizations are not aware of how to keep a balance between satisfying their employees and keeping the organization productive. This edition of Astronology takes a closer look into the topic.

The Electronic Workplace
BlackBerries, Iphones, laptop computers, Myspace, Facebook, and Twitter. These are just a handful of the everyday technology advances impacting most every avenue of life, including the workplace. Along with technological advances in hardware systems, the social networking boom is changing the productivity of the workplace. In today's issue, Astronology reviews some of the many advantages and disadvantages of a more electronic workplace.
Valentine’s Day: Friend or Foe of the Workplace?
Cupid. Candy colored hearts. Cards. Every February 14th, many people in the United States look forward to Valentine’s Day. In this issue of Astronology we offer you a smorgasbord of Valentine’s goodies. We’ll take a look at the history of the potentially amorous holiday, as well as explore some tips on office-safe ways to recognize the day.
Online Networking and the Workplace
In today’s world of fast technology, organizations face the task of how to handle the online social networking craze headlined by popular sites such as MySpace, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. In this edition of Astronology, we take a look into the online social networking phenomena and its impact on the workplace.
Winter Blues: Motivating Employees
Although the winter season is mostly noted for its joyous holiday festivities, in the workplace this time of year can signal a time for slowing down. Many employees become distracted due to seasonal merriment or the exhaustion the festivities often bring. This issue of Astronology takes a peek into how HR leaders can motivate employees, even when there are economic hardships, distractions, or exhaustion present within the organization.
Giving Thanks to Our Top Performers
In honor of Thanksgiving, this edition of Astronology will examine how to identify, and more importantly, to thank top performers within an organization for a job well done. Considering the economic conditions that many of us are experiencing, thankfulness shown through monetary exchanges may not be feasible. No matter your budget, it is critical to acknowledge those who go above and beyond their assigned capacity. Such behavior demonstrates loyalty and dependableness…key assets for any organization!
What Type of Managerial Attitude Do You Have?
Many of us are familiar with the inspirational phrase, "your attitude determines your altitude." In the worlds of human resources and management, this phrase holds much truth. In this issue of Astronology, we take an in-depth look into managerial attitudes, and how they affect the overall health and functioning of an organization.
Giving Constructive Criticism
It’s a fact of life we can’t avoid. Whether it’s working in a professional environment, learning in the educational realm, or interacting with friends or family, at some point in time we all have to face criticism. How we may perceive that criticism depends on whether we are on the giving or receiving end. When done right, constructive criticism is not meant to hurt or humiliate a person. Rather, constructive criticism is meant to build a person and push them to reach the next level of success. Learning how to give constructive criticism makes a difference in regards to how others view an individual and also how he or she demonstrates leadership. This issue of Astronology takes a deeper look into how to give constructive criticism in the workplace.
Honoring Ted Kennedy
On August 25, 2009, Edward Moore “Ted” Kennedy passed away. Ted Kennedy, as the public called him, and his work had a great influence on the human resource practices of today. In this special issue of Astronology, we pay tribute to Ted Kennedy by examining 6 areas of influence he had on Human Resources. The Senate will not be the same without Ted Kennedy.

Open Communication…How Important is it really?
This week, Astronology discusses open communication, and how important it really is for an organization.
The Office Romance Dilemma
Office romance is becoming a more prevalent issue for the world of HR every day. In time for the Valentine’s Day holiday, Astronology takes a peek into this seemingly taboo subject.
Bedbugs in the City
hroughout 2010, many places of business throughout the United States reported bedbug infestations. In this issue of Astronology, we explore the sudden manifestation of these insects, and what you can do to prevent an infestation in your office and home.
Finance Terms Made Simple
Do terms like "gross margin" and "deferral of taxes" scare you? If so, then this short reference guide is what you're looking for!
The Employee Free Choice Act - What You Need to Know
The Employee Free Choice Act is currently pending legislation, and if passed it may throw organized unions into a frenzy.

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A Look Back at All That Happened in 2008
2008 was a very busy year. Astronology takes a look at the major happenings of 2008 and their implications on the human resource industry.
Telecommuting: Is it feasible for your company?
In researching fiscally sensitive lifestyle adjustments, this Astronology reporter discovered the growing trend of telecommuting. While it may not seem like a common HR subject, telecommuting is becoming a highly important topic in organizations.
July 4rth Crash Course in History
Barbeques. Retail sales. Fireworks. These are a few of the things we think of when we consider the 4rth of July or Independence Day. But was July 4th the real day that America was born? In this issue of Astronology, we take a quick crash course into U.S. History with some startling but fun facts.

Open Communication…How Important is it really?
This week, Astronology discusses open communication, and how important it really is for an organization.
What Type of Managerial Attitude Do You Have?
Many of us are familiar with the inspirational phrase, "your attitude determines your altitude." In the worlds of human resources and management, this phrase holds much truth. In this issue of Astronology, we take an in-depth look into managerial attitudes, and how they affect the overall health and functioning of an organization.
'Tis the Season...for Employee Relations Nightmares?
This issue of Astronology will feature an article from the archives. We'll be back with a brand new edition on January 12th.

Finding and Keeping The Organizational “Keepers”
As we hopefully near the end of rough economic times, many organizations fear and dread an increase in turnover rates. In this issue of Astronology, we discuss what it takes to find and keep employees who will stay with an organization to help it succeed and grow.

Bedbugs in the City
hroughout 2010, many places of business throughout the United States reported bedbug infestations. In this issue of Astronology, we explore the sudden manifestation of these insects, and what you can do to prevent an infestation in your office and home.
The Office Romance Dilemma
Office romance is becoming a more prevalent issue for the world of HR every day. In time for the Valentine’s Day holiday, Astronology takes a peek into this seemingly taboo subject.
The Fearful FLSA Audit
In this issue of Astronology, we take a look at the Department of Labor audit, and the steps you can take in order to avoid one.
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