Nepotism in its simplest form is showing favoritism towards relatives. On the other hand, the less commonly thrown around (yet more commonly occurring) cronyism, is showing favoritism towards friends, associates, or colleagues. In general, they both involve “playing favorites.” Situations like choosing a relative for the job when there were more qualified applicants, promoting the […]

Firing an employee is one of the most challenging aspects of business, regardless of the situation. As an employer, preparing to deliver the bad news can feel overwhelming, especially if you have developed a close relationship with the employee. However, there are plenty of ways to make the difficult conversation go more smoothly, as well […]