Free expression has not always been welcomed in the workplace. Traditional, highly structured corporate hierarchies instilled fear of repercussions, and in the absence of open reassurance, workers were inclined to choose the safety of silence. Now, as business leaders make concerted and ongoing efforts to instill psychological safety, employees are increasingly inclined to share their …
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Morale and Motivation in the Workplace
Employee motivation and morale are two vital, interdependent elements of the employee experience. To improve one is to improve them both. Start by understanding the difference between them and how they combine to create a more productive workplace. Motivation Motivation is found with an individual and based on their personal values, beliefs, and aspirations. Motivation …
Beyond Attendance Policies: How to Reduce Unscheduled Absences in Your Workplace
Unscheduled absences are one of the biggest issues businesses, especially essential businesses, experience. They greatly affect a company’s ability to deliver their promised outcome and can lead to heavy costs. Because of this, having a clear attendance policy that outlines expectations is important. But there’s a fine line between clear expectations and rigid rules. Overly …
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Why Are There Worker Shortages in Manufacturing?
From a labor and human resources (HR) perspective, the news is grim: the country’s manufacturing skills gap is projected to leave 2.1 million U.S. jobs unfilled. According to the latest data, costs to the economy could reach $1 trillion. U.S. factories are in desperate need of a reliable workforce, but workers are not applying. What …
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3 Tips for Writing Emails People Will Actually Read
Over the last few years, corporate leaders have come to rely more and more on digital channels to interact with their employees. In fact, a PoliteMail study showed a 72% increase in corporate emails from 2019 to 2020. With so many emails flooding people’s inboxes daily, it’s becoming harder and harder for employers to ensure …
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Promoting Diversity and Inclusion Policies in 2021 and Beyond
In the wake of a challenging year, many businesses are looking forward to a return to normalcy, or at least something close to normalcy. Though employers were in crisis-mode in 2020, meaningful diversity and inclusion remained a top priority. Promoting diversity and inclusion is especially important as we adjust and innovate to establish new standards. …
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The Keys to Team Building in 2021
After a challenging 2020 full of unexpected disruptions and adaptations, employers and their employees feel a bit shell-shocked. Anxiety and uncertainty about the global pandemic lingers, but employers are innovating to build stronger teams and strengthen bonds between employees. Team building in the wake of a traumatic time requires some creativity and flexibility, but employers …
Human Resources Strategies for 2021: Focusing on the “Human” Aspect of HR
Employers and employees entered the 2020’s with high hopes, but met some staggering challenges. The global pandemic disrupted many people in both their personal and professional lives. Fortunately, Human Resources professionals and business leaders are thinking outside of the box to ensure workers are supported and thriving in the wake of an anxious time. Find …
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How to Avoid Employee Burnout in Warehouse Work
For warehouse managers, burnt out employees can have a dramatic effect on your workplace’s productivity, and may send a ripple effect throughout your organization. This common occurrence affects much more than productivity in today’s warehouses. Gallup reports 23% of full-time workers reported being always or very often burned out at their job, according to a …
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