Learn how to empower employees with five key steps. Organizations thrive when employees have the resources, motivation, and confidence to make decisions, complete even the most difficult tasks, and innovate along the way. This is what employee empowerment is all about. Empowered team members know their companies will support them as they tackle project after project, enabling them to consistently achieve success and grow as they take on new responsibilities. Of course, a widespread sense of employee empowerment requires careful nurturing by HR professionals and other people leaders. Here are f ..read more

Human resource (HR) professionals get a bad rap. Employees often interact with them during times of high stress and frustration, whether it’s trying to move a paid time off request along, handling an insurance issue, or even receiving news about layoffs or firings. At some organizations, team members view HR personnel as little more than water carriers for management, reflecting a lack of trust in their HR functions and in the organization as a whole. It doesn’t have to be like this, though. At their best, human resources departments can help a company and its employees thrive, acting as trust ..read more

Why do people join and stay at an organization? Ask a hundred employees, and you’ll probably get a hundred unique answers, but most will boil down to one thing: a compelling employee value proposition (EVP). Your EVP encompasses all the benefits and opportunities your company offers to attract new employees and keep current ones. It goes far beyond the size of an employee’s paycheck to include whether they feel valued, engaged, and welcomed on a daily basis. Developing and communicating a top-of-class EVP leads to a better employer brand and, in turn, more candidates knocking at your company ..read more

Despite a vocal gender equality movement active since the middle of the 20th century, women are still paid less and are less likely to reach senior leadership levels compared to their male counterparts. With International Women’s Day (March 8) approaching, many companies will be running programs and initiatives to highlight the women at their organization. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging remain top concerns, with 84% of HR leaders saying they are a “high priority” for their organization, according to the 2023 Engagement and Retention Report. Women feel less engaged and a lower sens ..read more

Employees and job candidates now look far beyond salary when deciding whether to remain at or join an organization. While great compensation and benefits still matter, factors like inspired company culture, and truly engaging work are more important than ever. In short, people are looking for a great employee experience that lasts from the moment they apply for a job until the day they leave the organization. Building an effective employee experience strategy presents many challenges. These range from a lack of meaningful feedback from employees to leaders or teams outside HR not buying into t ..read more

2023 is the year of resilience for businesses around the world. Today’s workplace puts the employee first by listening to and adapting to their changing needs. Employees want more from their organizations and are voicing their need for their ideal employee experience in a purpose-led culture. They’re even willing to look elsewhere during the unstable times to fulfill their desires. At the same time, business leaders are constantly having to adjust and quickly respond to unpredictable industry shifts and world events. To succeed today, the employee experience must remain a top focus – and the o ..read more

Work anniversaries mean something to everyone. They’re an opportunity to celebrate an employee’s accomplishments and contributions while strengthening the relationships between team members. And it all starts with a heartfelt message of congratulations for a happy work anniversary. While there’s much more to an anniversary celebration than a quick message — like a meaningful gift and a public ceremony — the right words can mean a big difference. Will your co-worker’s anniversary be a joyful milestone you remember for years to come, or one that causes them to wonder whether anyone at their comp ..read more

Teamwork and collaboration are the foundation of every great company culture, whether your workforce is fully in person, remote, or a combination of the two. There are few feelings like knowing you can rely on your teammates, and there are few things as satisfying as building genuine, lasting connections with them. A team-centered culture where everyone feels like they belong boosts alignment with your company vision and values, keeping everyone in sync as they work together towards a common goal. Of course, there are plenty of challenges that can arise on the path to better teamwork, from a l ..read more

Every organization rewards its employees in some way, whether it’s simply through the salary and benefits they receive or the occasional awards ceremony celebrating an anniversary or other milestone. But a paycheck and a plaque aren’t enough to make workers feel valued. That requires incorporating rewards into every part of the employee experience, from business development to wellness initiatives. In short, it requires a true employee reward system. Ready to learn about what an employee reward system entails and the benefits it can deliver to your company? Let’s get started. What is an emplo ..read more

What motivates you? Ask 100 employees, and you’ll get 100 unique answers. Maybe it’s the prospect of working on something they’re passionate about. It might be an organizational culture that makes them feel like they really belong. And some simply keep striving for a steady paycheck with the promise of raises, bonuses, and other financial incentives. Depending on what motivates employees, there are different types of rewards organizations can provide. If you’re looking to engage your workforce, you need to first understand the types of employee rewards and how you can take advantage of each to ..read more