As employers become increasingly aware of the importance of mental wellbeing in the workplace, they are taking more steps to promote a positive environment for their employees. This blog post will explore how managers can use different strategies to help their employees maintain a healthy mental state. We will discuss how initiatives such as flexible [...]
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With the holiday season upon us, it can be difficult to find work-life balance when you feel compelled to spend all your free time with family and friends. The trick to maintaining your sanity over the next few weeks is to find ways to stay in control of your schedule and get some uninterrupted time [...]
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Employers who look for strong cultural alignment between potential hires and their own organizations tend to have the best recruitment results and ultimately, the most successful business outcomes. The most effective employees understand how to complete tasks within the context and culture of their companies, so by assessing the core values of job candidates, you [...]
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As a manager, you’re responsible for achieving business goals while at the same time, prioritizing the ongoing well-being of your team and each of its members. It’s not always an easy balance, but maintaining it is rewarding, not to mention essential to your own success as well as that of your company. There’s a lot [...]
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Take a look at a few definitions of “frustration” – just in case you need a refresher. The Oxford Dictionary describes it as “the feeling of being upset or annoyed, especially because of an inability to change or achieve something.” And Mirriam-Webster calls it “a deep, chronic sense or state of insecurity and dissatisfaction arising [...]
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“Creativity is contagious - pass it on.” Contagiousness may have become a dreaded word in the past few years, but when it comes to creativity, this quote from Albert Einstein holds true in any time and under any circumstances. Innovation and growth thrive on new ideas, so you should always foster creative thinking among your [...]
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Your human resources department is at the heart of your business - yet it’s not looked upon as a profit center. But without hiring, maintaining, and meeting the needs of top talent, how can your company succeed in any of its goals? With the right technology and mindset - and perhaps a few basic changes [...]
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“Without trust we don’t truly collaborate; we merely coordinate or, at best, cooperate. It is trust that transforms a group of people into a team.” Stephen R. Covey, author of The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, paints a true yet somewhat optimistic picture of what can happen when trust is lacking between employees and [...]
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Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is not only the right thing to do, but it can also benefit your business in a number of ways. It fosters a safe, healthy environment for all, enhances engagement and productivity, and inspires creativity and innovation. But what does it really mean - and how do you get [...]
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Whether your employees are remote or on site, certain key aspects of workplace processes, routines and culture that impact how connected people feel to their company and team members do not change. But it may be a bit more challenging to support these connections when employees are working from a distance. Do your remote workers [...]
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