Category: Employee retention

December 7, 2023

As employers try to balance the rising cost of benefits with the comprehensiveness of their packages, companies are looking to make the most out of what they do offer, benefits experts told HR Dive. “I think employers are doing absolutely […]

December 4, 2023

Pay equity for women remains an issue for many employers. Among those championing gender pay equity is Megan Rapinoe, an American soccer star who’s set to retire from professional play at the end of the National Women’s Soccer League final […]

November 30, 2023

Women in the workforce know about the “motherhood penalty,” or the negative career impact that results from becoming a mom, even if they don’t know it by that name. Those who receive the penalty experience reduced compensation and opportunities for […]

November 29, 2023

You’ve heard of “quiet quitting”—it’s when employees put in the bare minimum to meet their job requirements without ever aspiring to do more than absolutely necessary. It’s a passive-aggressive way of voicing concerns to an employer while being a drain […]

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 22, 2023

The dynamic nature of today’s business landscape has caused a notable shift in how organizations navigate the delicate balance between organizational needs and employee satisfaction. The past few years have undergone a pendulum swing — from an employee market to […]

November 21, 2023

At first glance, ADP Research Institute’s report “The Hidden Truth About Promotions” confirms a startling but common observation about employee retention: It’s not unusual for people to leave an organization after receiving a promotion. In fact, researchers found that being […]

November 17, 2023

According to figures from the Social Mobility Foundation, today (17 November) marks Class Pay Gap Day, when those from lower socio-economic backgrounds essentially ‘work for free’ for the rest of the year. Professional workers from professional and managerial origins receive […]

November 16, 2023

When it comes to those furry — and not so furry — members of the family, workers are seeing more options than ever for benefits from their employers. And it’s not just dogs and cats. Under Nationwide’s pet insurance plans, […]

November 10, 2023

Last week, the Gangmasters & Labour Abuse Authority (GLAA), the licensing body for organisations that provide workers to other employers in the UK, published a briefing note that set out its position on the treatment of holiday pay and how […]

November 9, 2023

If an employee resigns, then rescinds the request, the employer has a choice: Do they want the worker to stay or go? If the employer determines they want the employee to stay, they should find out why the worker wanted […]

November 8, 2023

It’s hard for employees to focus on work when financial worries are weighing them down. And statistics show that student loan debt is at the root of many workers’ troubles. The pandemic brought about a temporary reprieve in student loan […]

November 2, 2023

The holiday season provides an opportunity for companies to express gratitude and appreciation to their employees and customers. It’s a time to end the year on a positive note, strengthen relationships, and lay the foundation for a promising new year. […]

October 27, 2023

The question of whether employers can legally demand that their employees return to the office has become a hot topic of late. With the pandemic seemingly on the back foot, many employers are keen to welcome their people back to […]

October 25, 2023

When you share a great idea at work and your boss gives you the green light, you feel good, right? What if your boss green lights your great idea and then delegates the implementation of the idea to you, how […]

October 13, 2023

If there’s one thing the pandemic experience has contributed to, it’s employees’ demand for more flexibility and work/life balance. Hybrid work is becoming more common, but so is another flexible concept: the 4-day workweek. It’s an idea that has been […]

October 10, 2023

Research conducted over the past several months found that although inflation has recently abated, employees’ financial wellness is still suffering. Now, new research goes even further with its main finding: Financial wellness is at an all-time low. That’s according to […]

October 9, 2023

Organizations that measure employee engagement can map out effective strategies to address issues and maximize productivity. Understanding what employees want, increasing recognition programs and deepening leadership engagement are just a few best practices to cultivate a motivated and committed workforce. […]

October 4, 2023

“Cautious optimism” may be the survey’s message, as compensation budgets seem in line with Mason’s prediction that employers will have to adjust their strategies to reflect the changing economic landscape if inflation cools and the labor market returns to pre-pandemic […]

October 2, 2023

Employee experience has been gaining traction in recent years as employee retention continues to be a pressing challenge for organizations of all sizes. Employers are realizing that tracking and improving the day-to-day experiences of their staff can have profound effects […]