Tag: performance

January 2, 2024

About 65% of employees said they suffered from burnout last year, according to a Dec. 18 report from isolved, a human resource management system. Employee burnout has decreased somewhat compared to 2022, according to the report, but it’s still heavily […]

December 28, 2023

Research conducted among hybrid teams shows that one-third of U.S. hybrid workers would like more one-on-one time with their managers to get feedback on their performance. This is all very well when feedback is positive; however, critical feedback is something […]

December 27, 2023

The rise in sophistication and availability of generative AI tools has opened up immense potential for humans to make their lives easier by shifting some of their tasks to such tools. And that potential certainly extends to the workplace where […]

December 26, 2023

The holidays are a time for joy, celebration, parties and potlucks in the office. But for some employees, this time can also be accompanied by stress and anxiety due to end-of-year reports, annual reviews and general burnout. Employers – especially […]

December 22, 2023

As the end of the year approaches, many managers are eager to promote high-performing workers who have invested in their company and achieved great wins. Promotions have long been a way to celebrate successes and reward employees for a job […]

December 20, 2023

Only three rolling quarters in 2023 saw the median pay settlement dip below 6%, its analysis showed. All other periods remained consistent at 6%, a level not sustained for more than 30 years. The jump from a median of 4% […]

December 20, 2023

Project schedules are often crucial for success, and any setbacks can be costly, both financially and in terms of one’s reputation. While many elements can contribute to project delays, some of the most common culprits are business activities that impede […]

December 19, 2023

As hiring challenges continue, private companies plan to place a priority on reskilling during the next 12 months, according to Deloitte’s Dec. 12 private company outlook report on talent strategies. To be more competitive, companies are also focused on skills-based […]

December 19, 2023

The survey’s results may worry business leaders who have culture and engagement on their minds. “The link between workplace connections and job satisfaction is well documented,” the Visier team noted, pointing to an Eagle Hill survey finding that for 40% […]

December 14, 2023

Despite a cooler labor market and improved hiring outlook, HR leaders’ expectations continue to decline around two key areas — retention and employee engagement — according to a Dec. 12 report from The Conference Board. Overall, The Conference Board CHRO […]

December 12, 2023

AI is empowering HR leaders to make faster, more informed decisions about people and processes. Looking ahead to 2024, it’s clear that the technology will continue to evolve and influence the ever-changing workplace of tomorrow. This article explores three related […]

December 12, 2023

The survey comes as other reports are mildly less optimistic about the market in 2024. Notably, the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics jobs report indicated that job growth may have “ground to a halt” in most industries outside […]

December 8, 2023

Staff have called for a pilot scheme involving more than 21,000 employees, and are backed by the 4 Day Week Campaign, which ran a successful trial in the private sector. Civil service union the Public and Commercial Services Union (PCS) […]

December 1, 2023

In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, understanding the nuances of different employee classifications is crucial. Among these classifications are the terms “deskless,” “offline,” and “nonessential” employees. But what do they truly mean, and why are they significant? Let’s delve into the […]

November 28, 2023

In my most recent article, “Developing a Habit of Delivering Frequent but Informal Feedback,” I introduced Lindsay, an HR director at an aerospace manufacturing and design firm with 200 employees. Lindsay was concerned that her analytical, introverted management team may […]

November 28, 2023

“Skills-first” is a buzzword that’s received copious attention from employers, but it is a cultural ideal that has proven a little difficult to adopt, various reports have said. Organizations tout the efficacy of the skills-based practices that the EY and […]

November 27, 2023

Middle management is one of the most maligned roles in an organization, and the job comes with a host of unique challenges. But it’s also one of the most important positions, helping turn an organization’s strategic vision into reality, guiding […]

November 27, 2023

The modern workplace is distraction central. From emails to pinging Slack notifications, alerts on project management apps and frequent meetings, it can be hard for employees to actually get any work done. According to research from McKinsey & Company, this […]

November 15, 2023

The learning and engagement company’s 2023 Workplace Culture report found that 64% of respondents would extend their employment by six years with enhanced career support and training. Forty-four percent would stay an extra decade. According to consulting giant McKinsey, 50% […]

November 13, 2023

HR departments were once blissfully divorced from cybersecurity responsibilities—but not anymore. Today, they are increasingly involved in cyber-training programs for employees. Security awareness training, in particular, has risen from obscurity a decade ago and is now a huge industry. According […]