Celebrations at work are always fun – whatever the occasion. Who doesn’t enjoy a free slice of cake on a Tuesday, or office beers on Friday afternoons? But when it comes to work anniversaries, there are many more reasons to celebrate than simple enjoyment. If someone has worked for you for one, five, or ten […]
In 2019, the employee absence rate across the US stood at an average of 2.8% on any given day. While many of these workers will have a good reason for staying away from work – such as illness or emergency – much of this figure will comprise employee absenteeism. So what is employee absenteeism, and […]
Success as a people manager largely depends on soft skills. These skills are a cluster of behaviors and personality traits you use to navigate your day-to-day responsibilities. Soft skills – unlike hard skills – are difficult to prove or measure. They typically lack a defined path for learning, making them more challenging to attain. They […]
According to a recent report released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employee separation is at an extraordinarily high level. There are many reasons people leave their job, ranging from economic downturns to relocation. But another major reason is dissatisfaction. Being unhappy with your job can stem from feeling underpaid, overworked, and perhaps even undervalued. […]
Whether you’re putting together familiar faces for a new project or forming a brand new team, icebreaker games can make everyone feel a bit more comfortable with each other. These types of games challenge assumptions, boost morale, build rapport, and make people laugh. Facilitating harmony from the beginning can spark conversation, fuel creativity, and enhance […]
Let’s face it: employee attendance policies have never been as complicated as they are in 2020. As the Covid-19 pandemic has swept the globe, business leaders have had to work out how to adapt to a new landscape where working from home is the norm and more flexibility is required. This demands a higher level […]
Whether your business model is measured in gigabytes, food cost percentage, or appointments booked, every company ultimately depends on people – some a lot more than others. Every company also has its rockstars that consistently achieve massive results, as well as its under performers that often need a gentle nudge. The one constant is that […]
COVID-19 pandemic has drastically changed the importance of employee wellbeing management. It feels like the world has turned upside down. Employees have been thrown into high pressure, frontline risks or work from home with new technology, with family or isolation. People have been challenged in many ways that they did not expect. It is no […]
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