Could Follow-Up Meetings Help With Employee Retention?
The message to within business organizations everywhere is that one-on-one meetings are not just something for managers; employees need and want them, too. Personnel Today’s Rolly Walker writes that according to a YouGov poll conducted recently, 80% of employees were disappointed in their managers. According to the findings of the survey, 55% of participants said […]
PwC Uses App To Help Upskill Company
The professional services network PwC, formerly known as PricewaterhouseCoopers, was looking for a way to prepare its workforce of some 50,000 employees for the rapid changes in technology. They knew that to be able to help their workers meet the challenges of the almost constant disruption that is now occurring for many organizations, PwC would […]
Getting Disengaged Workers Back Into The Game
Work teams are an integral and important part of nearly every organization. It can be a delicate balance to get a group of people to work together. In a recent article appearing on the Busines2Community website, author, Natalie Baumgartner, cited a Gallup survey which found that 16% of workers are “actively disengaged”. Disengaged workers are […]
Managers Might Not Be As Good As They Think, According To New HR Study
When someone reaches the level of being a manager within their organization, it’s only natural for them to assume that they are also going to be good coaches for members of their team. According to an article appearing on the HR Dive website, a recent study among HR professionals conducted by Betterworks indicates that there […]
Bosses, Stop Taking Credit For Your Subordinate’s Work!
The problem of bosses or superiors taking credit for the work of their subordinates or teams is far more common than many would think. There are few things worse for workers than to have come up with a solution to a problem or submit an idea on how to do things more effectively and then […]
Job Perks Younger Workers Are Looking For
If you ask, most workers will tell you that they are no fan of working in a cubicle. In a recent story appearing on Human Resources Online writer Anthony Wong, it’s modern office design that veers away from 40 hours in a cubicle that appeals to younger workers the most. A recent survey conducted by […]
Be Careful Of Assuming Availability
In a world where more than 50% of workers feel as if they cannot disconnect even on their downtime, it is no wonder that companies and countries are taking a hard look at their phone policies. So while our smart devices make it possible to be available 24/7, such implied constant availability shouldn’t be assumed, […]
Discrimination, The Workplace, and Violent Rallies
A recent rally held in Charlottesville, Virginia by white nationalists and the violence that erupted has served to inspire public discussion about hate speech and discrimination as they relate to the work environment. According to a recent article that appeared at Marketplace.Org, several people who took part in the white nationalist rally were identified via […]
Watch Your Compensation Contracts!
Without a doubt there is a difference from making an honest mistake at work and making a really big one. No HR professional wants to be the one who makes one that ends up costing $2,666,594.03. According to a recent article appearing on the Inc. website, Francois El-Hayek, who had worked at Trico Products Corporation […]
Why Employees Love Appreciation
No matter how long someone has been on the job, every employee appreciates a little recognition or even a reward for a job well done. According to a recent article that appeared on the HR Technologist website, it’s human nature to want to feel valued and special for who they are and the work that […]
Genetic Testing Raises Employee Hackles
There’s a battle heating up in the workplace and it’s over healthcare and privacy matters regarding employee wellness programs within companies. In a recent article that appeared at Workforce.com by Andie Birjek, the latest contention comes over HR 1313, otherwise known as the Preserving Employee Wellness Program Act. It is aimed at helping employers continue […]
Tech, Bad Behavior & the Absence of HR
Rarely a day goes by without Uber or another Silicon Valley tech giant somewhere in the headlines, often for something negative. Uber has been besieged by lawsuits of one kind or another, most regarding how the company addresses its drivers and internal personnel. The latest charge of sexual harassment and discrimination has come […]
Workplace Wellness Programs Growing Fast
n Since the 1980’s the idea of wellness programs has gone from something that few companies were even interested in to being more and more integrated into the work life for most Americans today. Wellness programs in the workplace are now even being integrated into the entire culture of some corporate organizations. Emily Noll of […]
What are the Causes for Workplace Stress? Opinions Differ
While employees and employers can agree that workplace stress can cause both physical and mental concerns, the reasons why are not. In a recent article that appeared at Workforce.com, managers and executives have no problem in admitting that technology can attribute to worker stress. Often employees feel pressured to be constantly available. This can cause […]
Ex-Uber Employee Accuses Company of Rampant Sexism
It seems Uber is once again in the hot seat over its policies, especially in how it treats its drivers and in its response to President Trump’s travel ban last month. The most recent setback involves former Uber software engineer, Susan Fowler, and has gotten even more people crying out for users to “Delete Uber”. […]
Employees Prefer Promotion to Raises
When asked whether employees prefer a pay raise to a promotion, the overwhelming majority of workers opt for a promotion. According to a recent survey of 1,200 professionals from around the world, more than half, some 63% indicated that they would prefer to receive a promotion – even if it meant no salary increase for […]
Company Culture Matters
Today’s company management teams may be relieved to know that according to a recent study, they may not have to choose between keeping their workers happy and making a profit. In a study conducted by the IBM Smarter Workforce Institute and the Globoforce WorkHuman Research Institute, the data suggests that if workers are happy it […]
The Pros and Cons of Holiday Parties
Almost everyone looks forward to the holiday parties that are popular during this season. Such gatherings afford companies a way to boost morale by thanking workers for their service and provide an atmosphere where employees can have fun in a purely social setting. For human resource professionals, however, holiday parties can lend themselves to an […]
Don’t Let Employees Abuse FMLA Claims
FMLA or the Family Medical Leave Act was put into place for employees to be able to take care of themselves or ailing family members without facing repercussions from their employers. It has been a godsend to those who have truly needed it. However, there may be times when an employee might try to abuse […]
Attracting Talent Tips for the Digital Job Market
For most businesses, it can be a challenge to attract and keep top talent. Getting the word out when you’re hiring is important; especially in today’s job market. When marketing your company to job seekers it pays to have a plan. Here are some tips offered in a recent article at the Tech.Co website designed […]
If You Want Employees to Perform Better, You Break Out the Carrot and Stick. Right?
What You Need to Know Today to Get the Best from Your 4-G Team Your figure may be 10-12%, or even 40-50%, but if your business is experiencing anything approaching the astronomical 200-300% turnover rates prevalent in the hospitality industry, you know the administrative and HR nightmare that comes from managing four distinct generations in […]