The holidays are fast approaching; and some employees will have to work. This can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be.

Halloween hasn’t even passed yet, and the stores are putting out their Christmas displays. At the same time, the travel industry is promoting deals for Thanksgiving. Like it or not, some employees will have to work on the holidays. But to avoid conflict, damage to morale, and frustrations, plan ahead, communicate, listen, and promote fairness. (more…)