As a business owner, you know the importance of having a workforce that is strong enough for you to depend on. Your employees, however, are never going to be anywhere near as dependable as you need them to be if they are not productive or healthy enough to perform their daily tasks to their best […]
The perception of hot desking goes a little something like this: do away with rigid office seating structure and start reaping the benefits of interdepartmental communication, increased productivity, staff positivity – all at a reduced cost to the employer. The reality remains murkier and its uncertain who really benefits from hotdesking policies. Offices around the […]
Millennials are diehard job hoppers. On average, millennials are twice as likely to leave their current employment than the older workers. And the primary reason for their hopping isn’t money. It’s a lack of professional development opportunities. As an employer, you know the cost of a high employee turnover is high. There are solutions, though. […]
The higher your turn over rate, the more money it costs your company to hire and train replacements. If you’re’ tired of hiring the wrong people for your healthcare establishment, then keep reading for 7 tips for healthcare recruiting. 1. Find People With A Calling To Serve The medical field is a lot like the […]
It might seem like employees who go above and beyond are a rarity in the job market, but they don’t have to be. It’s simple: if you nurture your team, take care of them, and reward them for a job well done, you’ll find there are plenty of people willing to become long-term, valuable assets […]
A sick employee is bad news for business. He or she misses work days, things fall through the crack, and there’s always the risk that everyone else in the office will get sick from their germs. Some illnesses, like the dreaded winter cold, sometimes can’t be avoided even with the best preventive measures in place. […]
There are plenty of reasons for choosing one job over another. The financial side is a big one but there are many other contributing factors. For example, for many people, it is important to get a sense of achievement from the work that they do. Others value how proud they are to work for the […]
If you run an office, you’re all too familiar with the back pain that comes from working at a desk all day. But did you know that 54% of Americans experience lower back pain by sitting too much at their desks? Based on this figure, it’s likely that some (or many) of your employees are […]
You already know that drinking water is important for your health – but how much do you know about distilled water benefits? If you’re thinking about putting a water station in at work, you can offer a great benefit to your employees. People work better, think more clearly, and stay healthier when they’re hydrated. A […]
When it comes to getting ahead in the workplace, many employees believe in doing everything they can to jump ahead of the competition. For some, this means working late, working weekends, or going back to school. Some people are turning to drugs that give them energy, help them get work done, and leave them with […]
Team building exercises give employees the opportunity to bond and improve their relationships. When employees forge positive relationships, they work better together and productivity improves. Team building exercises can help you achieve these results, but it’s important to be careful in the planning and executing of these events. 1. Make it Engaging Choose activities that […]
Being late for work doesn’t necessarily mean that you are a bad employee. We’ve all been there done that for one reason or another, so whether it was your alarm not going off, a traffic delay or an emergency, sometimes being late for work is unavoidable and employers usually let it slide unless of course […]
It’s no big surprise that companies that take an active interest in the wellbeing and happiness of their employees find it easier to attract the best talent. After all, we all enjoy feeling that we are valued and appreciated, and are willing to work a lot harder for a business that has demonstrated this to […]
Aside from salary and perks, one of the key indicators of job satisfaction is whether or not an employee feels valued in their job. Making your employees feel valued is important, helping you to build a strong workplace culture that makes your business a great place to work. More so than your customers or shareholders, […]
Have you ever wondered how to control the quality of your employee’s overall performance? Knowing how to manage your employees effectively is a core aspect of maintaining a successful business. Doing so allows you to help keep them focused and further improve your company. We’ll start our review on the top 3 user activity monitoring […]
Taking the plunge and going out on your own with a start up business is a brave and exciting move. Among the many tasks you’ll need to do to get your business up and running, hiring and managing staff is likely to be one of them. It’s one thing getting people to work for you […]
