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It can be difficult for workers to find time to dedicate to their actual job duties when their calendars are filled with endless meetings, many of which have dubious value. Massive Meeting Times According to some estimates, the average employee attends 62 meetings per month, and meetings take up roughly 15 percent of an organization’s […]
When organizations invest in AI and other workplace technologies, they often focus on integration, security, and cost-efficiency. But one of the most critical—and overlooked—factors in successful adoption is employee training. Training Gaps Drive Tech Resistance According to the newly released Yooz 2025 Workplace Tech Resistance report, training deficiencies are the leading reason employees resist new […]
With hybrid work becoming the new normal, businesses are under pressure to reevaluate the efficiency of their office spaces. While this may appear to be a mammoth task for many, effective occupancy monitoring can help create a seamless transition to a hybrid workspace. In addition, technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT) boost these […]
There are five common pitfalls that prevent well-meaning recognition programs from connecting with employees in meaningful ways. I explore that topic in Part 1 of this article series. Now it’s time to shift gears and explore what does work. Based on decades of research into motivation, emotional needs, and applied neuroscience, these five practices will […]
To embark on a journey of strengthening engagement among team members, organizations must assess the competency of their leadership teams. Data from Gallup suggests that managers can influence up to 70% of the variations seen in employee engagement scores across different departments. What’s the implication? To identify ways of improving the workplace, start by evaluating […]
Q We run a fine-dining restaurant in which the ambient atmosphere is an integral part of our business. We host many business lunches and other professional-type meetings because of the quiet and relaxed environment. That environment has changed a little bit lately as the result of our new hostess, Kimberly. Kimberly is quite the talker. […]
There has been a lot written about how job applicants’ attire can affect employers’ first impression of the candidate. For example, one study reported that 80 percent of hiring managers reported that shoes are “extremely important” to one’s interview appearance. Apart from shoes, there are a whole host of general no-no’s, like appearing messy or baring […]
What myths are being exposed by big data? According to a recent article in The Economist, “number-crunching has uncovered some surprising correlations.” For example, Evolv, a company that works with big data, found that: Employees who, when filling out their online applications, used a browser that didn’t come standard on their computer (software they had […]
HR can have a pivotal role in dealing with mental health at work by creating a culture where mental health is part of an organization’s overall commitment to wellness—which can in turn have a positive impact on workplace productivity. Read more.
Dominating the news cycle and Zoom meeting conversations is, of course, COVID-19. Questions such as what a “new normal” will look like and when work-from-home employees will return to the office abound.