The Watercooler Blog is full of workplace tips and trends related to employee retention, engagement, interviewing and more. The Watercooler is frequently refilled, so gather ‘round often.
June 13, 2022From pandemic to Sansdemic…the talent crisis continues to develop new challenges for employers. The latest difficulty is wage inflation. Many workers received their largest raises…
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June 2, 2022After more than two years of extreme uncertainty, workers—who may have returned to the workforce reluctantly—now face diminishing returns due to high inflation. Generally, steady…
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May 30, 2022“As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words but to live by them.” -John F….
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May 20, 2022With so many employers looking to hire these days, it can be tempting to think that getting an interview means you’ll get the job. Not…
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May 11, 2022Employees want more than just a paycheck and great benefits after surviving the uncertainty of the last few years. They also want to feel valued…
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April 22, 2022During the resignation boom and ongoing talent shortage, employers are leveraging feedback from current employees to improve retention. One way to gain insight into the…
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April 15, 2022“If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude.” –Maya Angelou Have you ever heard someone refer to a…
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April 11, 2022Attracting the best hires often comes down to a great employee referral program. Referred employees are usually placed faster and stay with the company longer…
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April 4, 2022Times have changed over the past two years. And changed. And changed again. And the ways people connect within companies to share the values, beliefs,…
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March 28, 2022It’s well known that excessive stress can lead to mental and physical health problems that impact productivity, creativity, and strategic thinking. It can also lead…
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