Data collection and analytics done right can help reduce turnover. Just as technology can help identify the best people for your organization and its culture, the right workforce analytics can help target customized turnover solutions. Start with consistently measured and tracked metrics. … [Read more...] about Customize Turnover Solutions with Workforce Analytics
(1/23) 5 Ways To Boost Employee Engagement That Won’t Cost You a Dime
According to studies, over half of American workers feel disengaged. Promoting engagement can be expensive, but it doesn’t have to be. These engagement boosters don’t cost a thing but can lead to happier, more committed employees: give workers more challenging tasks and projects; provide regular feedback; recognize good work, efforts, and successes; offer flexible hours and other options; and care about your employees as people. Check in daily to see how people are doing and identify opportunities to boost morale and improve engagement. Read the full article. … [Read more...] about (1/23) 5 Ways To Boost Employee Engagement That Won’t Cost You a Dime
Put Ageism in the Past
As the workforce ages and people are working longer, understand age discrimination and how to prevent it. The number of employed older Americans (65 years old and over) rose by nearly 35% between 2011 and 2016, and this is projected to be the fastest growing segment in the workforce through 2024. HR professionals need to ensure their company complies with the laws regarding older workers and promotes a positive environment for workers of all ages. … [Read more...] about Put Ageism in the Past
(1/22) LeadingAge Announces Partnership
LeadingAge is teaming up with nonprofit TimeSlips to expand a curriculum of training programs for high-school and college students. The provider association will invest $189,00 over two years and advise TimeSlips on program development and execution, particularly in the areas of dementia awareness and caregiving, workforce development, and challenging ageism. The partnership will consist of two phases: creation of a stakeholder group and development of support materials/curriculum, followed by implementation of learning programs at a minimum of 10 campuses. Read the full article. … [Read more...] about (1/22) LeadingAge Announces Partnership
Send Workplace Stress Packing
Serious workplace stress is soaring, but you can help clip its wings. Workplace stress is more common than you may think. A vast majority (80%) of workers feel job-related stress, according to the American Institute of Stress (AIS). Nearly half say they need help learning to manage stress; and 42% say their coworkers need help. … [Read more...] about Send Workplace Stress Packing
(1/21) 5 Significant Recruiting and Retention Issues for 2019
As your plate fills up for 2019, experts suggest making room for some trending issues. Start by ensuring that company communications and culture are aligned. Take the time to communicate organizational goals, expectations, changes, and innovations to employees. Next, get a champion in the C-suite to support your strategic initiatives and hiring/retention efforts. Elsewhere, learn about state and local legislation to help you address compliance, privacy, and other challenges. Finally, effectively utilize technology and other tools to manage your time and free you to focus on people’s performance; and prioritize initiatives that will have a lasting impact. Read the full article. … [Read more...] about (1/21) 5 Significant Recruiting and Retention Issues for 2019
Get on Board: AI Is Coming
HR and artificial intelligence (AI) are forging relationships to improve recruiting and hiring, employee management, and the ability to analyze the success of diversity. If AI isn’t on your radar screen, you could be missing out. In fact, while some people may shy away from AI and other technologies, believing that they take the human touch out of HR, AI actually can help identify people who are the best fit for the job and the organization’s culture, plus much more. As a result, HR teams can spend more time focusing on benefits and other efforts to retain workers and keep them engaged and productive. … [Read more...] about Get on Board: AI Is Coming
(1/18) 3 Ways to Support Employees with a Mental Illness
Creating a culture where employees feel valued as individuals and comfortable asking for help when they need it is key to supporting employees with a mental illness such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or bipolar disorder. Work on ensuring that your culture values the inclusion of all types of disabilities. Educate leadership and staff early and often about issues such as mental health awareness, managing accommodations, performance management, and mental health first aid. Provide employees who have mental illness with clear, concise communication that sets a foundation for their success. Schedule feedback sessions that focus on the individual employee and enable you to identify and correct performance issues early. Read the full article. … [Read more...] about (1/18) 3 Ways to Support Employees with a Mental Illness
Know the Laws to Prepare for Flu Frenzy
Paid sick-leave laws dictate what eligible employees can expect if they call in sick this winter. Are you prepared? Cue the sneezing, coughing, red noses, and watery eyes. It’s flu season, which means you are likely have employees calling in because they or family members are sick. Make sure you know relevant state and local paid-sick-leave statutes; and clarify who is covered, the rates at which sick leave is accrued, and the waiting periods before paid sick leave is available. … [Read more...] about Know the Laws to Prepare for Flu Frenzy
(1/17) Employee Experience Rarely Exceeds Expectations, Study Says
According to a new study, only one in 10 employees said their overall work experience slightly exceeded their expectations. In fact, most employees said they don’t feel especially positive about their overall employee experience, their reward package, or the workplace technology available to them. Just 38% called their employee experience “awesome” or “great.” Employees had strong opinions about how employers can improve the work experience, suggesting that providing “fun, flexibility, and pay” is the way to go. Over half said they wouldn’t consider a job with an employer that didn’t provide these things. Read the full article. … [Read more...] about (1/17) Employee Experience Rarely Exceeds Expectations, Study Says
