Astronology - How to Reduce Confusion and Uncertainty through Job Descriptions

Astronology Volume XII Issue 3 May 3, 2011 Dear Andrew, Astron Solutions provides high-quality, low-cost, innovative human resources consulting services to organizations like yours. Call us for advice, innovative program design, and user-friendly Web/PC based software.   The Astron Road Show The Astron Road Show moves south over the next two weeks! On May 11th Jennifer presents twice at the Gulf Coast Symposium on Human Resource Issues in Houston, TX, on topics including total rewards trends and retaining and motivating staff.  Astron will also have an exhibit booth.  Come say hello, we'll be in booth #802 with new giveaways for 2011!   Welcome, Mike Canterino! We're excited to welcome Mike Canterino to the Astron Solutions team!  Mike is our newest Statistical Analyst.  You can reach him at 212-792-8888 or mscanterino@astronsolutions.com.     How to Reduce Confusion and Uncertainty through Job Descriptions Today's article comes to us courtesy of Gina Fedeli, President of GCF Consulting.  GCF Consulting's practice areas include streamlining processes, improving organizational effectiveness, creating metrics and standard operating procedures, and assessing organizational vulnerabilities.  To reach Gina, e-mail her or call 203-219-1063. In these uncertain economic times, with unemployment at a record high and companies figuring out how to do more with less, employees are experiencing an array of emotions. These emotions range from feeling nervous, overwhelmed, or simply feeling unsettled.  When an employee is experiencing these emotions, they will spend valuable time worrying about their future or discussing their emotions with colleagues, rather than focusing on being productive in the workplace.....more     Have a Question? If you have a topic you would like addressed in Astronology, or some feedback on a past article, don't hesitate to tell us!  Simply reply to this e-mail.  See your question answered, or comments addressed, in an upcoming issue of Astronology. Looking for a top-notch presenter for your human resource organization's meeting?  Both Jennifer Loftus and Michael Maciekowich present highly-rated sessions on a variety of compensation and employee retention issues.  For more information, send an e-mail to info@astronsolutions.com.   The Fine Print We hold your e-mail address in trust.  Astron Solutions promises never to share or rent your personal information.  We also promise never to send you frivolous e-mails and will allow you to leave our list, at your option, at any time. To remove yourself from this list, please follow your personalized subscriber link at the bottom of your Astronology alert e-mail. Copyright 2011, Astron Solutions, LLC ISSN Number 1549-0467 Quick Links Client List Meet the Astron Team Contact Us   World of HR Blog Bringing you Human Resource news from around the globe...compliments of Astron Solutions. More