Almost everyone gets a little stressed at work on occasion. But for some people, it’s more serious, and they experience legitimate job burnout. Employee relations expert Dana Wilkie writes in SHRM that this is a problem that’s at “epidemic proportions” with employees citing unfair compensation, unreasonable workload and excessive overtime hours as the three main… Read More »
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Four Skills That Great Leaders Have in Common
Sound leadership is something that seems to be lacking these days. A recent study found that nearly one in three employees don’t trust their employers. And that’s a big problem that can take a toll on morale, productivity and profitability. Here are four of the top skills well-respected managers have, so you’ll know how to… Read More »
Three Signs You’re Ready for a New Job
If you’re not happy with your current job, you’re not alone. A recent study found that a whopping 71 percent of employees are dissatisfied and looking for new jobs. But how do you know for sure it’s time to look elsewhere? Here are three specific signs. You’re Not Being Challenged One of the more common… Read More »
How Your Attitude Impacts Your Team
Company leaders carry a lot of sway in the workplace. Your attitude and overall approach to management impacts the rest of your team on many different levels. Let’s now discuss the importance of being positive and how this type of mindset can help your business thrive. A Positive Attitude Goes Farther Than a Negative One… Read More »
Three Tips for Having an Impact on the Job
Getting started on the right foot with a new job is critical. It’s often the initial phases that determine what type of impression you make on your employer and sets the stage for your overall success. Here are some strategies to ensure that you’re impactful on the job. Follow Through Doing what you say you’re… Read More »
Is Your Workforce Engaged?
Employee engagement is one of the most important metrics for your business. After all, it affects multiple areas like productivity, efficiency, profitability and culture. For this post, we’ll look at some of the specific benefits that engagement has and how to find engaged employees right off the bat. The Value of an Engaged Workforce Research… Read More »
Making a Bold Impression When You’re an Introvert
Interviewing for a job can be difficult if you’re an introvert. Following a few helpful hints can help you make a bold impression and a better connection with your recruiter. Use Proper Body Language A big part of what an interviewer thinks of you will be based on your body language, so here are some… Read More »
Could Mentorships Benefit Your Workforce?
Many companies are choosing to implement a workplace mentoring program and having great success with it. It’s something that can positively impact your business on many levels. For this post, we’ll discuss the importance of ongoing training and learning and the ways mentorships can benefit your workforce. Streamlined Onboarding Employee onboarding is something you want… Read More »
What Distractions Are Holding You Back at Work?
Workplace distractions take a huge chunk out of productivity. In fact, a 2018 study by Udemy found that more than half (54 percent) of employees aren’t performing as well as they should because of workplace distractions. They even go so far as to say the standard eight-hour workday basically shrinks to six hours because of… Read More »
Creating a Positive Environment for Your Workforce
Having a positive working environment offers many rewards. A study by Gallup found this leads to a higher level of employee engagement, which translates into increased productivity, lower turnover, less absenteeism, increased profitability and more. Here are some tips on how to create this type of environment. Start With Positive Reinforcement One of the most… Read More »