Tag: workplace

April 26, 2024

Most employers are generally aware that federal and state laws protect employees from adverse employment actions because of pregnancy, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and, potentially, the Americans […]

April 24, 2024

With new work models have come new work challenges. Early on, employers ’fessed up to remotely monitoring employees — chiefly in the name of productivity. Leaders told Digital.com in 2021 that they’d taken note of more than half their employees […]

April 24, 2024

Learning and development in the workplace could be a boon for wellness, new research suggests. Doing cognitively demanding work can delay the onset of brain decline and even dementia at an older age, according to the study published April 17 […]

April 23, 2024

Miriam Connaughton, chief people and experience officer at Simpplr, emphasizes human-centered approaches in technology and organizational practices. Prioritizing core relationships among employees, managers, co-workers, and the organization fosters engagement, productivity, and shared success. A recent January 2024 Employee Engagement survey […]

April 22, 2024

The research from Zest, an employee benefits technology company, found that 53% of employees are keen to see more planet-friendly benefits on offer. This rises to 66% for workers between the ages of 18 and 34. More than four in […]

April 19, 2024

Despite growing interest in green roles, which are becoming more prevalent as the UK heads towards net zero, one in five job candidates polled by the hiring platform felt there were not enough paid positions to apply for, and even […]

April 18, 2024

Sixty-two per cent more flexible jobs were advertised in January to March 2024 compared with the same period last year, according to data drawn from analysis of job posts and search data by flexible jobs platform Flexa. The increase in […]

April 17, 2024

HR decision-makers (HRDMs) believe AI will speed up recruitment, but they don’t think the process will get easier in the next five years, according to a new report. Indeed surveyed 16,671 working people, including 2,487 HRDMs, across 11 countries to […]

April 15, 2024

for Well-Being Designing indoor spaces that promote mental well-being in the workplace is more than a trend; it is a crucial step toward cultivating a productive and content workforce. Here’s how thoughtful design can create visually appealing and emotionally supportive […]

April 12, 2024

Drawing examples from leading companies, Stephane Rivard, CEO and co-founder of HiringBranch, highlights the benefits of AI in HR, such as streamlined processes, cost reduction, and improved candidate screening, encouraging overcoming fear to take action In just six years, PWC’s […]

April 11, 2024

Corporate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs continue to face new challenges after the Supreme Court’s decision last year banning explicit use of race in admissions to higher education—SFFA v. Harvard/UNC. It’s important to recognize that although the Court’s decision […]

April 10, 2024

The new Disability Confident guide was produced in conjunction with the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD). The DWP said it forms part of its £2.5 billion Back to Work plan – a broader push to get more people […]

April 9, 2024

It’s no secret that an engaged employee is more likely to stay at their place of work. That’s why CEOs understand the importance of fostering engagement among their staff, which increases an organization’s chances of retaining talent and cutting down […]

April 8, 2024

We’re almost four years removed from the first days of the pandemic. But the work world continues to evolve. And HR leaders continue to evaluate their employee benefits and what they believe will attract—and retain—key employees. One of those benefits […]

April 5, 2024

In a world where traditional office settings are increasingly giving way to remote workspaces, the approach to leadership, performance management, and team cohesion demands a radical transformation. My recent conversation with Tyler Jordan, the Founder and CEO of Jordan Digital […]

April 3, 2024

More U.S. adults are using ChatGPT, with 23% of adults saying they’ve used it as of February 2024, up from 18% in July 2023, according to a March 26 report from Pew Research Center. Twenty percent of employed respondents said […]

April 2, 2024

Four in 10 organisations are anticipating more employee relocations or assignments in 2024, according to a new report from WHR Global. Its Global Mobility Benchmark Report revealed that 33% of employers are expecting “slightly higher” volumes of relocations this year, […]

March 26, 2024

It’s no surprise people are spending more time on screens. In fact, millions of Americans are exposed to excessive screen time every day (7+ hours), particularly those who work in office jobs. While technology has many benefits, spending prolonged periods […]

March 22, 2024

These days, a social media policy isn’t just an afterthought—it’s a must. The vast majority of your employees likely engage in some type of social media usage, whether they’re constantly sharing snippets of their days on TikTok, sharing interesting articles […]

March 21, 2024

The last several years have seen artificial intelligence (AI) become mainstream in the workplace. Today, HR professionals widely use AI tools for recruiting, onboarding, and administering leave and benefits. Managers use generative AI to assist with their administrative and supervisory […]