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If 2020 has taught us anything, it’s certainly that life comes with unexpected challenges. Individuals who are resilient are more likely to stay the course and get through life’s challenges, so building this skill can be greatly beneficial. For employers, having resilient employees can be quite beneficial, too. Here are a few reasons workplace resiliency […]
In a move that has sent ripples across the corporate world, Amazon recently issued an ultimatum to its employees: Return to the office or face potential termination. Although bold, this decision raises several questions about the future of work, especially in a post-pandemic era in which remote work has become the norm for many. Relocation […]
Different employees prioritize different aspects of their financial well-being based upon their personal situations and financial needs. According to recent research, 38% of workers share the top financial goal of saving for retirement while 27% share a top goal of building an emergency savings fund. Additionally, unlike older generations, Gen Z and millennial employees are […]
Employee perks have never been more at the center of workplace conversation. Ever since the rise of trendy tech companies in the 2000s and the famous reveal of the Googleplex in 2012—equipped with slides, basketball courts, putting greens, and a replica tram—the perk war has gone full steam ahead.
“Talent is the number one priority of a CEO. You think it’s about vision and strategy, but you have to get the right people first” – Andrea Jung, Grameen America As businesses gear up for the challenges and opportunities that 2024 will bring, talent management remains at the forefront of strategic priorities. In a landscape […]
In today’s economic climate, companies are continually looking for ways to cut costs without cutting jobs and resorting to layoffs. One option many companies are considering is mandatory unpaid time off, sometimes referred to as an employee furlough. By requiring mandatory unpaid time off, companies can reduce payroll expenses by reducing the number of hours […]
Remote work can be isolating, leading to loneliness. In fact, loneliness and isolation have had such a widespread impact on society over the last five years that public health officials have declared the situation an epidemic. In a recent interview Former U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy warned about the adverse effects of chronic loneliness, […]
A recent survey by Upwork called “Freelancing in America: 2018” confirms a trend towards workers moving increasingly into freelance and contract work. Today we are joined by Stephane Kasriel, President and CEO of Upwork, to discuss the results.
A few weeks ago, I wrote an article about compensation practices that included a brief look at pay approaches including single-rate pay, step-based pay, and a slew of pay differentials. Taking it a step further, this article is about pay actions and explains the types, why they occur, and how they’re communicated to employees.
The explosion in remote work that came in response to the COVID-19 pandemic has created many challenges and opportunities for both employers and employees. A key challenge for employers is the concern that remote workers will slack off and be less productive than they would be if working in the office under the watchful eyes […]