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Supervising other people is never easy, but some employees make it particularly difficult. Challenging employees can be a disruptive influence, damaging morale and making it difficult for their coworkers to function productively. It takes skillful management and patience to turn things around with difficult employees. “Skillful” is the operative word here. Most people aren’t born […]
It can be hard for managers when employees take vacations, as those vacancies, even brief ones, impact productivity and require others to pick up the slack. Time off, though, is critical for employees and can have a positive impact on their mental health, stress levels, and creativity. The Mental Health Benefits of Time Off […]
Kisha Thompson, the Chief People Officer at ConnectWise, is a seasoned HR professional with a passion for fostering a thriving workplace. With over 15 years of experience, Thompson has a proven track record in driving employee development, talent acquisition, and organizational success. Before joining ConnectWise, she held key HR leadership roles at ClickDimensions and Health Integrated, […]
Mobile learning will be a $70 billion industry by 2019. And by now, you’ve probably heard all the excitement surrounding mobile learning in the workplace and why it’s so important to remaining competitive in any industry.
There used to be an unspoken social contract between employers and employees. If the latter worked hard and stayed committed, the workplace would provide pay, job security, and even pensions. But that model supported a different time—one when the job supported basic goals, such as getting married, starting a family, and owning a home.
As an already tight labor market grows ever tighter, where should a hiring company focus its efforts?
When buying appliances, electronics, or jewelry, 81% of consumers extensively research and compare prices and financing offers before making their choice. This approach is in stark contrast to how most consumers approach health care—arguably a much more important decision to make. More than half of U.S. workers spend less than 30 minutes signing up for […]
Quiet quitting, bai lan, and anti-work are some of the trends currently demonstrating that employees are unhappy with poor workplace cultures that fail to keep them engaged. To get ahead of these problematic trends, HR leaders and organizations must build and cultivate cultures that prioritize belonging – making employees feel welcomed, known, included, supported, and […]
Anyone with a social media account knows the importance of engagement photo shoots. They let the world know that “Yes, we are in love and officially off the market.” Also, the images are great for “save the date” cards and newspaper announcements. However, a new photography trend could be emerging related to saying “yes” in […]
Ready to dive into the biggest HR controversies of 2024? Our ‘Year of Debate’ series explores the key topics that ignited intense industry discussions. From Gen to AI and DEI, this series provides HR leaders with the information and insights they need to stay ahead of the curve. The battle lines are drawn as we […]