People who live in cold climates know that sometimes, when it’s particularly blustery outside, car engines just don’t want to fire up first thing in the morning. The colder the weather, the more the engine resists turning over. There’s very little motivation for the car to work as it should. The same is true for […]
There are real benefits to creating a work environment in which the company’s policy is overarchingly inclusive, making an effort to ensure every employee feels welcomed and valued. This might sound like a lot of warm and fuzzy feelings talk, but it’s true: Companies in which people are welcomed and a variety of backgrounds and […]
Remember when you were a kid and you’d get a break at school to collect candy on Halloween, or get together and sing songs for the holidays? That little diversion and fun activity in the middle of the day gave everyone something to look forward to and a nice break in the routine. The same […]
A “one-size-fits-all” approach never works well. That’s especially true when your workforce has 20-somethings working alongside 60-somethings on the same team. Older workers might have different approaches to their jobs than the younger ones, while those in the middle are juggling the responsibilities of work plus family obligations that can include their own multigenerational needs. […]
Take a look around the workplace. Do people seem as happy, chatty and lively as they were three years ago? Do people look more tired, stressed and worn compared with life before the pandemic? We’ve shared quite the experience in the past few years, even if we were separated from each other for a while. […]
Let’s be honest: It’s tough to keep people focused on work and motivated to do a good job when the weather gets nice. It can also be tough to keep people motivated if they feel like they’re doing the same thing over and over, day in and day out, or if they feel overworked, exhausted […]
It’s not just a buzzword or some social media trend: Your company’s culture matters. It can shape the way your employees feel about where they work; influence your retention rate; change how easy or difficult it is to recruit new employees, and so much more. Positive company culture helps employees feel supported and appreciated; a […]
Manufacturing is not an easy industry to work in. Many companies will operate around the clock, at grueling paces and with high demands on workers, both mentally and physically. It can be tricky, then, to keep your employees engaged and their morale high, but it’s not impossible! Seven Ways to Keep Your Employees Engaged and […]
Hard to believe we’re in the last few months of 2021! While this year wasn’t quite as hard and messy as 2020, it’s still been challenging for businesses and employees alike. The end of the year is an excellent time to pause and thank your employees for their hard work, dedication, and for showing up […]
The 2020 Holiday Season: A new benchmark in difficult leadership. While you may have effectively trained your team in video conferencing, keeping them satisfied in their roles is the next-level challenge. Maintaining a positive environment in an increasingly virtual workplace is the next great obstacle. Try these strategies to keep morale up during the holidays. […]
