Tag: HR

Resilient Companies Start with Proactive Leader Mental Wellness

By George L. Vergolias, R3 Continuum Sep 29, 2023 Learning & Development

Updated: Sep 29, 2023

Business leaders, especially in high-stress, high-test industries, are under immense pressure. In recent years, organizations have navigated complex issues from civil unrest to the pandemic and, inexplicably, worker shortages juxtaposed with devastating mass layoffs. Every day, leaders face important work decisions, competing responsibilities, growing workloads, and workplace conflict. They also have additional responsibilities, challenges, and […]

The Future of AI in Corporate eLearning

By Robert Porter, CoSo Sep 28, 2023 Technology

Updated: Sep 28, 2023

Since the dawn of 2023, AI has become the dominant topic of discussion in business, technology, medicine, education, engineering, design, the arts, and public policy—nearly everywhere. Corporate eLearning is no exception, with generative AI tools already available that can aid instructional designers and architects of eLearning platforms. Much of the focus this year has been […]

Biden Administration Expands Overtime Eligibility

By Lin Grensing-Pophal, Contributing Editor Sep 28, 2023 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: Sep 28, 2023

In a significant move that promises to reshape the U.S. labor landscape, the Biden administration has proposed a new rule intended to extend overtime pay eligibility to an additional 3.6 million workers. It’s a proposal the marks the most substantial increase in such provisions in recent decades and revives an initiative from the Obama era. […]

Untapped Potential: The Surprising Benefits of Hiring Veterans in Tech

By Julio Govreau, LaunchCode Sep 28, 2023 Recruiting

Updated: Oct 10, 2023

A recent survey indicates 81% of organizations are encountering a shortage of skilled tech workers. This could be connected to the recent wave of Silicon Valley layoffs, but it’s more likely due to a narrow view of where to source this talent. Regardless of skill, tech workers are still in high demand outside of the tech industry. […]

Why It’s Important to Financially Mentor Your Employees

By Asim Hafeez, Empower Energy Solutions Sep 28, 2023 Learning & Development

Updated: Sep 28, 2023

Some of your employees dream of being financially independent entrepreneurs, and others fantasize about retiring early, but all of them need financial wellness. Research tells us that 63% of U.S. employees are weighed down by financial stress. Their anxiety makes sense when you consider that, on average, only 47% can cover expenses during a break […]

Women’s Back Pain: A Key Issue Impacting Workplace Performance

By Jamie Greenawalt, Foot Levelers Sep 27, 2023 Diversity & Inclusion

Updated: Sep 27, 2023

There are well-documented differences in the health and well-being of males and females, including several back pain issues and related conditions that women are more susceptible to developing. Notably, women report more low back pain from work, especially if they work 40-45 hours weekly. For female employees, back pain is more likely to become chronic […]

How to Reimagine Employee Retention

By Bob Gasser, Revature Sep 27, 2023 Recruiting

Updated: Sep 27, 2023

Employees are the secret ingredient to organizational success, yet companies are struggling to keep them. In recent years, millions of Americans have been quitting their jobs—a trend dubbed the Great Resignation. Last October alone, a grand total of 4 million Americans jumped ship. That’s nearly three percent of the overall workforce. Tech workers are even […]

Addressing Employee Mental Health and Wellbeing in Remote Settings

By Lin Grensing-Pophal, Contributing Editor Sep 26, 2023 Benefits and Compensation

Updated: Sep 26, 2023

The ability to work remotely has been a big boon for both employees and organizations. COVID-19 accelerated experiences in working virtually for a significant portion of the workforce. But, while the digital age has powered the ability to work remotely, and conveniently, from virtually anywhere, as the boundaries between professional and personal lives have blurred, […]

3 Strategies for Keeping Employees Happy and Engaged

By Stephanie Licata, Cloverleaf Sep 26, 2023 Recruiting

Updated: Sep 26, 2023

To embark on a journey of strengthening engagement among team members, organizations must assess the competency of their leadership teams. Data from Gallup suggests that managers can influence up to 70% of the variations seen in employee engagement scores across different departments. What’s the implication? To identify ways of improving the workplace, start by evaluating […]

How to Boost Company Morale Easily

By Taylor McKnight, Cap America Sep 26, 2023 Learning & Development

Updated: Sep 26, 2023

A company’s morale is pivotal to its success, directly impacting employee engagement, productivity, and overall workplace atmosphere. High morale fosters a positive work environment where employees are motivated, satisfied, and committed to their roles. Conversely, low morale can lead to decreased productivity, increased turnover, and general discontent among the workforce. Fortunately, boosting company morale doesn’t […]