Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the last few years, you’ve probably been inundated with the information about the concept of “disruption.” According to this new movement, disruptive forces are absolutely everywhere, doing almost universal good. I embrace change more than most people, but the ubiquitous calls to “disrupt” just make me want to erupt—in protest. Such ... Read Full Article
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4 Ways to Deal With the Helicopter Parents of Your Candidates
I once hired school teachers. Most of our new teachers were hired fresh out of college. They were eager, and talented, if a bit overindulged. Many recent graduates never had a time without their parents’ involvement. The helicopter parent was always around to influence their kids’ coaches, counselors, teachers, professors, advisors, and even mentors! So, the recent ... Read Full Article
The Key To Retention Is Care
What motivates workers to seek a new job and what makes them want to stay? The answer is deceptively simple. Workers want companies to provide them with fair compensation and benefits, workplace perks and development opportunities that help advance their careers. In other words, invest in your employees and they will be invested in your firm. A recent study by Indeed ... Read Full Article
There Is No Diversity Quick Fix: Building Good Teams Takes Time
Research shows that when a company embraces diversity, it can become more innovative and competitive. These traits are especially important for companies who continue to experience exponential growth, expand their applicant pool and hire more talent. Diversity is integral to the ecosystem of a company because it enables an organization to innovate and adapt in a ... Read Full Article
3 Things to Consider When Buying Benefits Technology
It’s easy to get caught up wanting to deliver a sophisticated platform to engage your workforce. Many benefits technology solutions promise to make employees smarter consumers of health care through slick recommendation engines, bots, and avatars delivered on smart phones. I advise you to keep these three things in mind when you evaluate benefits technology: 1. Technology ... Read Full Article
Making Unlimited Vacation Work
When was the last time you took a vacation from work? If you did, chances are it wasn’t very long and you didn’t completely unplug from work. You are not alone. Paid time off is among the most desired employee benefits, according to Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) data. But, a recent Indeed survey found that half of full-time employed adults don’t use up annual ... Read Full Article
Creating a Culture Where Employees Reach their Full Potential
Overworked, without recognition and underpaid to boot. This is a common complaint by employees and a reason that many believe their teams are unhappy, but the HRM Canada article Are Your Workers Underutilized? – How to Tap Into Their Potential reveals an alternative explanation, and it might be the secret to supercharging teams. "85% of workers feel they could be more ... Read Full Article
5 Ways to Improve Employee Mental Health and Wellness
Employees spend more than one third of their day at work – for some it can be as much as two-thirds. That's at least one meal a day-- and the vast majority of their waking hours. Given all of the time we spend at work, employers and employees coming together to create a healthy work environment benefits everyone. There is also a business case for workplace wellness. Nearly 1 ... Read Full Article