Chris Penttila

Bio

Chris Penttila is a Washington, DC-based freelance journalist who covers workplace issues on her blog, Workplacediva.blogspot.com.

Leadership

Cold and flu season is here. How do you keep sick employees from becoming a drain on productivity?

Leadership

Consider this advice for bringing out the best in employees and keeping your top talent motivated.

Growing a Business

Are you coming off as too desperate to sell your company?

Growing a Business

Small businesses are hiring more independent contractors, but be aware of the pros and cons.

Leadership

Attracting proactive people isn't easy, but it's well worth the effort.

Leadership

When your employees are scared, the best thing to do is get them talking.