National Safety Month : What is it and Why is it important? 

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Did you know that preventable injuries are the fourth-leading cause of death in the United States? That includes accidents at work.  Employees who have a safe working environment don’t have to worry about getting hurt on the job. They can focus on their tasks at hand, going about their responsibilities and being productive without needing […]

Struggling with Hard to Fill Jobs? 3 Tips to Consider

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It’s no secret or surprise that filling job openings has been more difficult in the past few years. With the Talent shortage expected to contine, many businesses are still struggling. Here are three things to emphasize when trying to find talent for hard-to-fill jobs. (Ex: emphasize pay & benefits, offer flex scheduling when possible, offer […]

Motivating & Reengage your Team this Summer

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Forget the holidays: The turn of the dreary winter into the revitalizing spring and vibrant summer is the most wonderful time of the year! The bright sunshine, the lovely breeze, the flowers and trees thriving — it’s beautiful and boosts everyone’s spirits. It’s also the time when people tend to start daydreaming a little more, […]

Quiet Quitting : What Business Can Do To Prevent It 

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The latest buzzword in the working world is “quiet quitting” — the choice employees make to do just what is included in their job description and the tasks assigned to them that directly relate to that, nothing more, nothing less.  It’s an act being taken out of frustration, disappointment, boredom and other negative feelings and […]

How to Establish a Positive Work-Life Balance 

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Despite the buzzy nature of this phrase, the concept of a healthy work-life balance really does matter. It helps everyone in your company, including you, feel more focused at work and more present while off the clock, without worrying that you (or your employees) should be working.  Work-life balance is a simple concept that can […]

Want To Help Your Employee Advance In Their Careers? Here Are 5 Ways You Can Contribute

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A plant that outgrows its container will eventually wilt.  The same is true for employees: If they feel like they don’t have room to grow in their current job, they’ll face the choice of either staying where they are, with their skills withering from lack of growth, or they’ll break out and leave to go […]

Diversity in the Workplace: How to Make Sure It’s Approached Right 

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It’s not just a buzzword or a hiring trend: Diversity is a key component of successful, thriving workplaces. It’s a method for improving and expanding the creativity of your team while helping employees feel supported and welcomed.  But there are better ways to support and work toward diversity than just talking about it or including […]

How Offering Competitive Wages Can Be The Key To Finding the Top Talent You Need!

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When it comes time to hire new employees, you can expect there to be a conversation, at some point, about pay. Negotiating a starting salary is a typical move from candidates looking to see if they can get a higher rate of pay, but it might be to your company’s benefit to increase the starting […]

Why an Employee Retention Strategy is Important 

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While February is the month where everything is covered in hearts, flowers, candy and all things lovey-dovey, there’s something managers should keep in mind that pertains to these showers of affection. When’s the last time you let your employees know they’re appreciated?  A good employee retention strategy involves and requires periodic reminders to your team […]

How To Keep Employee Morale Up During The Winter 

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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 […]