Seven Smart New Year’s Resolutions for Business Leaders
The New Year is an opportunity to make a fresh start. It’s the perfect time to reflect on your business successes and put the wheels in motion for future accomplishments. Here are seven inspiring New Year’s resolutions for business leaders that can boost your company’s productivity and make it an appealing, enviable place to work. […]
Social Media Policies at Work: Why You Need One and How to Do it Right
According to market data firm Statista, there are nearly 240 million social media users in the United States. The Pew Research Center notes that seven out of ten adults use Facebook, while 72% of Americans turn to social media outlets for news and information. In other words, social media is pervasive. It also means that […]
Don’t start a fire, call an expert instead
Have you seen the Washington Post Headline that has gone viral? Maryland homeowner uses smoke to get rid of snakes but burns down house – The Washington Post. Who would do that? Aren’t there experts who specialize in all kinds of pests that could have been brought in? We would never do that in the […]
Eight Ways Great Leadership Can Help Create a Great Company Culture
Corporate culture is the foundation of successful businesses. It unites and motivates employees at all levels of the organization and creates a cohesive, encouraging working environment. Who’s responsible for creating a positive company culture? While many people assume it’s HR’s job, nurturing the workforce is largely performed by those in leadership positions. At the end […]
Employee Appreciation Has Never Been More Important. Here’s How to Do it Right.
Employee recognition has always been a cornerstone of effective management. But today, as the business landscape evolves and competition for talent escalates, demonstrating to employees that they are valued and appreciated has taken on a new level of importance. It paves the way for retention while increasing employee engagement and encouraging high performance. Creating a […]
The Effects of Overworking: Here’s Why Productivity Doesn’t Get a Boost
In the U.S., working long hours is often associated with success. This myth is not only proving to be untrue, it’s also creating occupational health risks, including waning physical wellbeing, increased feelings of isolation, mental health challenges, and more. For those who think working long hours leads to a more productive workforce, experts say it’s […]
Onboarding Employees in 2022: The Secrets to Boosting Productivity in an Evolving Business Landscape
The business environment has undergone some remarkable transformations over the past year and a half. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought many issues to the forefront, including dealing with burnout and how to function effectively in remote employment situations. As organizations continue to think differently about what work will look like moving forward, don’t forget to […]
Alligators for bring your pet to work day?
But alligators really are friendly! Many years ago, a colleague shared a story about their “Bring Your Pet to Work Day” experience. What happened? An employee brought in an alligator. Yes, an alligator! According to the colleague, the co-workers did not seem to mind, and they participated in the photo-ops, petting, holding it, etc. Shockingly, […]
Why should we never say never?
A number of years ago, my husband and I went out to dinner in a restaurant and saw a young family with a baby. The baby had some toys in her hand and then threw them on the ground, prompting the parent to then immediately pick up the toys, followed by the baby throwing them […]
HR’s Role in Employee Engagement: Six Powerful Facts Every Organization Should Consider
What are “engaged employees”? Engaged employees, as defined by the Gallup organization, are “those who are highly involved in, enthusiastic about and committed to their work and workplace”. We know that when people feel valued, the sky is the limit. While the pandemic has made workplace engagement more challenging with its volatility and remote work […]