By Elizabeth Rozell, Ph.D., is a professor of management and associate dean of the College of Business Like all organizations, companies in the Ozarks hope to obtain the benefits of increased employee motivation and enhanced productivity by instituting compensation systems that reward individual accomplishments. However, some researchers have questioned the "do this … [Read more...] about Bears Business Brief – Reward can pose a risk for bosses
By Elizabeth Rozell, Ph.D. When was the last time you heard some juicy gossip about one of your coworkers? Probably not that long ago. The office grapevine is a natural part of any workplace, and because information from fellow coworkers can travel quickly and is accepted by a majority of people, it can have a significant impact among employees. Approximately 75 … [Read more...] about Bears Business Brief: The office grapevine, hurtful or helpful?