In the past, working at a company didn’t welcome much in the way of personalization. As a newbie, the urge was to mirror what they were doing, how they got their work done and even how they looked. Learn the process, blend in and just do as you were asked. Is this an exaggeration? Yes, […]
Layoffs can be tough for everyone involved. For HR and leadership, there’s a delicate balance between making the right business decisions and staying compassionate toward employees. For those who lose their job, there can be a mixed bag of emotions like shock, disappointment or anger, mixed with a lot of uncertainty. And for employees who […]
Only a few great leaders are born that way. The rest push their way from the front line to management and beyond to become successful – or better yet, revered. So how do you know who will be your next great leaders? Look for strength in the qualities the greatest leaders possess and magnify. Researchers […]
A rock-solid organizational culture bolsters engagement, productivity and loyalty among your employees. But that’s a lot easier to say than it is to execute. Tanya Fish, the manager of employee experience solutions for ITA Group, said that she’s seen many companies where executive leadership’s perception of the culture is starkly different from what their employees […]
International Women’s Day is Wednesday, March 8. The holiday is focused on celebrating the achievements of women and pushing for advancements in women’s rights across the world. This year’s International Women’s Day theme is “Embrace Equity” to raise awareness and promote discussion about why equal opportunities aren’t enough. International Women’s Day: Past, present and future […]
Company culture is generally defined as a shared set of goals, values and practices that make up an organization. It influences every aspect of your business and is a priority for job candidates. Prospective employees consider things like online reviews, employee feedback and the recruiting experience when they go through the hiring process. In fact, […]
Your boss has a really good idea — at least she thinks so — and you hate it. Awkward, isn’t it? But how do you disagree with your boss? On one hand, you owe it to your company to point out the problems. On the other hand, you don’t want to hurt a good relationship. Fortunately, […]
We’re not in high school any more, but most workplaces suffer from one of its teenage evils: Culture cliques. And they’re usually a problem for HR. This isn’t exactly the Breakfast Club cliques — a smattering of brains, beauties, jocks, rebels and recluses. But companies still have plenty of their own informal groups with similar […]
Do employees leave work feeling appreciated and respected? Or do employees wish their bosses said more to make them feel that way? There’s a good chance they aren’t hearing what they need to. Just 31% of employees say they feel valued for the work they do, a TINYpulse survey found. And it’s not because employees […]
