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Consider the human resources department: Is it a center for strategic thinking or a cost center–necessary but still a burden on the bottom line rather than a contributor to profits? That’s one question to explore as HR professionals work to earn the “seat at the table” they’ve long sought. Recently, a group of HR professionals […]
Benefits and insurance are an important part of your career when it comes to your health, wellness, and finances. As an employee at any workplace, you should always be aware of what you’re covered for. Here is what employees should know about their benefits and insurance. The General Information for the Common Employee No matter […]
The holidays of 2023 hold great promise for employment opportunities. For instance, economists are optimistic about the prospects for teen employment as businesses ramp up their hiring efforts for the season. This blog post will share actionable and original tactics to help you stand out as an employer and attract top-notch seasonal candidates during the […]
We’re still in a tight labor market, and many employees still feel overworked and dissatisfied. According to Gallup, three out of four employees feel burnt out on the job at least sometimes. Low unemployment along with rising wages are making it even harder to find good workers. The solution to this problem is an intelligent […]
While we’re still in the early spring months, many employers across the country are starting to vamp up their headcounts ahead of the summer rush.
Imagine hitting a wall—emotionally, physically, and mentally—after weeks, months, or even years of high stress at work. That’s burnout. It’s not just a bad day; it’s a chronic condition marked by extreme exhaustion and dwindling interest in your job, which can leave you feeling less capable at work. Why Should Organizations Care? When burnout spreads […]
When it comes to job ads, whether online or in print, employers make a range of mistakes. Hey, nobody’s perfect, right?
Research shows that two-thirds of adults sleep below the recommended 7–8 hours per night, losing 41 minutes of sleep, on average, per weeknight[i]. Often, this can be because of the burden of overworking or general job-related worries, and when the weekend arrives, workers are 5 hours behind the amount of sleep needed in order to […]
As many companies transition away from widespread remote work, many leaders within these organizations are looking for ways to provide some closure to the past year plus of disruption or facilitate a transition to a new normal. A great way they can do this is by holding a “lessons learned” session with their teams and […]
For years HR professionals have struggled to gain a seat at executive table. New research shows that that trend works the other way too.