Employers worried about workplace violence when an employee is fired should hire a plainclothes guard, instead of a uniformed guard, because the latter "raises the emotional temperature," says Steve Albrecht, co-author of "Ticking Bombs: Defusing Violence in the Workplace." Employers should never assume they are immune to workplace violence, says Kathleen Bonczyk, executive director of the Workplace Violence Prevention Institute.

Recruiters report resume advice that no longer serves candidates well includes using visuals and career summaries, as this information is distracting and is more useful in an interview, writes Stephanie Vozza. They also advise against the one-page rule, explaining their decisions are often based on the additional information a second page allows.

The City Council in Watertown, S.D., approved a wellness benefit that reimburses wellness center membership costs for city employees based on how often they use the facility. Employees who go to the wellness center an average of three times each week will be reimbursed for the entire cost of the membership.

Amazon and Expedia are among employers participating in a paid internship program for college students that Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan has established. The employers will collaborate with colleges and labor organizations to shape the program.

One way to get results from your team is by fostering relationships that focus on trust, mutual respect and engagement. "Teams that feel a connection to the work and the purpose are going to speak far more passionately and with far more influence," writes Joel Garfinkle.