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In yesterday’s Advisor, we heard from Vip Sandhir, CEO and founder of HighGround®, on the topic of employee engagement. Today we’ll hear what he has to say about how to help increase engagement. Q. Who is responsible for increasing employee engagement? A. Engagement comes from the top down. Even if HR is responsible for implementing […]
According to the 2015, Q4 Randstad US Employee Confidence Index (ECI), more than one-third of workers (34%) believe more jobs are available and nearly six in 10 (55%) indicate they are confident in their ability to find a new job.
My dictionary defines ‘fad‘ as a temporary fashion, manner, or conduct followed enthusiastically by a group. My life experience tells me that fads come and go—and some fads come back. Not convinced? Remember skinny-leg jeans? They’re back. Actually, they’ve been back for quite a while. Some would say they never went out of fashion but […]
By Susan Prince, JD Employers, get ready for a busy summer!
by Shawn Murphy In yesterday’s Advisor, Shawn Murphy, the CEO and founder of Switch & Shift, an organization dedicated to the advancement of human-centered organizational practices and leadership, described “pockets of excellence” within organizations and how to foster them. Today Murphy discusses three more ways to create—and grow—pockets of excellence.
by Dan Oswald I must say, I’m marveling at the three-ring circus the Republican primary has become. P.T. Barnum, the famous American showman and founder of the Barnum & Bailey Circus, has been credited with saying, “If you want to draw a crowd, start a fight.” Well, it seems that Donald Trump is a student […]
The flight crew of a Delta Airlines plane had a surprise recently when a turkey—yes, a turkey—was brought on board as an emotional support animal. Passengers and crew posted pictures online of the bird sitting in a baby seat during the flight and being pushed through the terminal in a wheelchair. But don’t get all […]
Over 50% of workers surveyed in the United States may apply for a new job in 2016 as they look for higher salaries, better titles, and more ideal locations, according to a new report from job site Indeed. Of 1,052 workers in the U.S., 25% said seeking a new job is definitely on their list […]
HR experts emphasize the role of employee engagement in creating and maintaining a productive workforce. But, what does engagement really mean? And, more importantly, how can you drive it? Vip Sandhir, CEO and founder of HighGround®, has answered a list of commonly asked questions on employee engagement. Q. Why is employee engagement such a large […]
By Anita Bowness, Halogen Software It’s important for managers to keep the lines of communication open with their staff. Good communication practices can elevate employee engagement and foster collaboration, ensuring that employees understand what is expected of them, how the work they perform contributes to what their team and their organization is striving to achieve, […]