Management · October 28, 2025
The once-familiar office space will now seem strange to those still working there after a company layoff. Returning employees will look at the empty desks and feel disheartened and demoralized. They will probably ask themselves, "Am I the next one to lose my job?" This is a crucial time. The company must do whatever it can to support its current employees to feel more stable and secure in the new work environment.
Employee Benefits · September 23, 2025
Nontraditional employee benefits have expanded well beyond a break room stocked with snacks and cappuccinos. Businesses must be more creative to lure desirable employees to the workplace. While at first glance it may seem as if unique perks only benefit employees, on closer inspection it makes great business sense. Perks build employee morale, loyalty and satisfaction, which translates into less turnover and greater retention.
May 09, 2024
During the pandemic, companies experimented with options to ease the trauma. They quickly adapted to compromises such as no-layoff pledges, furloughs, grants of extra personal time off and trimming executives’ salaries first. Their pitch was that they cared sincerely about employees’ welfare. That said, more recent rounds of staff reductions may make that message ring hollow.
Human Resources · April 16, 2024
Motivating employees does not simply depend on magic or personal leadership charisma. More often, a few simple practices can boost morale and enhance your team's daily satisfaction.
Human Resources · December 04, 2023
Offering workers the opportunity to have flexible hours gives your business an edge in recruitment, staying ahead of the competition. Flexible hours tend to vary by job requirement, how your business operates in its industry and workers' preferences and needs.
Employee Benefits · November 20, 2023
Managers reap benefits from giving presents to their teams: Recipients may feel a morale boost and increased motivation to improve productivity. It may be only a modest gesture, but they are more likely to apply their best efforts when they feel valued.