This special event is a great opportunity to bring awareness, visibility to careers in the aging field. HR professionals can use Careers in Aging Week (CIAW), March 3-9, to promote jobs in post-acute and long-term care and attract new employees throughout the year. There are many tools and resources available; and you can take these and customize your own creative approach. Start by viewing a brief video about “The Information and Tools You need to Promote Careers in Aging Week.” There are other videos that you can use to promote aging-related jobs and careers. These include Non-Academic Careers in Aging and Trends in Aging. There also are online resources … [Read more...] about Use Careers in Aging Week to Attract New Employees All Year
Retention & Engagement
Three Obstacles to Stellar Employee Performance
There are obstacles that have the potential to derail even the best employees, and you need to identify these hurdles to get over them. My article last week talked about eight areas of inquiry to help assess performance and give the manager the information required to not only enhance performance, but also to create dialogue and increase commitment. Here, we will explore three common performance obstacles and how to address them. … [Read more...] about Three Obstacles to Stellar Employee Performance
Study Provides Insights into Employee Engagement Factors
Several psychological benefits spark employee satisfaction and loyalty, according to researchers. Organizations invest billions of dollars every year in employee engagement tools, but too often they miss the mark. Now a new study offers some insights into the psychological factors that promote employee engagement. “Delivering the Psychological Benefits That Drive Employee Loyalty,” which involved a survey of 1,466 full-time employees at mid- and large-size U.S. companies, suggests that five types of psychological benefits drive employee engagement. … [Read more...] about Study Provides Insights into Employee Engagement Factors
Assess Employee Performance with These Eight Conversations
Once an organization has developed a comprehensive performance management system, each manager tasked with assessing employee performance needs the abilities to build constructive dialogue. By addressing eight key areas for inquiry in the performance management conversation, you can demystify the process and have meaningful interactions. The underlying assumption is that long-term and post-acute care providers understand the relationship between enhanced performance and healthy retention. … [Read more...] about Assess Employee Performance with These Eight Conversations
Go with Gurus: New Way to Retain Top Performers
For those employees who aren’t interested in management but who have talent and leadership skills, consider a “guru” track. Popularized in Silicon Valley a few years ago, the guru track enables good employees to advance and embrace new challenges without taking on a management position. Workers in the guru track get many of the same benefits as a manager. For instance, they have the opportunity to take on new projects, assume more responsibility, and receive the pay increases. This track holds a prestigious status within the company culture, and it focuses on nurturing talent, skills, and expertise. … [Read more...] about Go with Gurus: New Way to Retain Top Performers
Survey Data Lets HR See the Workplace Through Employees’ Eyes
New research offers insights into employees’ thoughts on workplace trends. According to new research from Paychex, workers are concerned about issues such as pay equity, corporate social responsibility, and planning for their future. … [Read more...] about Survey Data Lets HR See the Workplace Through Employees’ Eyes
Get an ‘A’ for Accessibility and High Grades from Disabled Workers
Put ensuring a work environment that is accessible for all employees on your 2019 to-do list. With appropriate support and guidance, disabled employees can contribute effectively, work productively, and be excellent additions to your workforce. Take a few minutes to go through this checklist to shore up your Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance and maximize the satisfaction and performance of your employees with disabilities. … [Read more...] about Get an ‘A’ for Accessibility and High Grades from Disabled Workers
Solving the Recognition Program Puzzle
Most companies have some formal employee recognition programs, and many invest big bucks in them. But they don’t all work. Studies suggest that up to 79% of people who leave their jobs say “lack of appreciation” was the main reason. Now is the time to look at your recognition program and consider if it’s ripe for an update. … [Read more...] about Solving the Recognition Program Puzzle
Make Mentorship Magic for Engaged Employees
Customize mentorships for relationships that grow careers, create bonds, and change lives. Mentors are key to helping new employees get comfortable in their new role, and they also can help veteran workers gain new management and communication skills. However, mentorships aren’t one-size-fits-all propositions. Follow a few steps to ensure customized, focused mentorships that work for everyone involved. … [Read more...] about Make Mentorship Magic for Engaged Employees
Study: Embrace Training Diversity to Get Ahead of the Pack
New data shows that companies with adaptive cultures and gender diversity outperform their more homogenous counterparts. According to a recent study, diverse companies gain broader perspectives and can more effectively predict future challenges; and they are better equipped to devise proactive, cutting-edge solutions and innovations. … [Read more...] about Study: Embrace Training Diversity to Get Ahead of the Pack
