How employees feel towards a company greatly impacts the workplace culture and productivity. Most of the time, employee loyalty is dependent on management, pay, and workplace culture. It is important for leaders to know how to increase employee loyalty to help retain and attract top talent.   Here are three ways to increase employee loyalty:   Act on feedback   When employees give feedback, whether verbally or through surveys, be sure to do something with that feedback. Dismissing feedback means that your employees’ dissatisfactions will not be taken care of, and ..read more

40% of employees say they feel isolated at work. Team building activities can help employees get to know their coworkers and increase trust and engagement in the office. Studies show that when employees improve their connections with their team members, it increases productivity and overall performance.   Here are five team building activities to help bring your team together.    Escape room   Take your team to an escape room facility or set up a DIY escape room in your office space. Escape rooms are a great way for employees to challenge themselves and lean ..read more

Exit interviews are held before an employee officially leaves the company. These interviews are often a conversation between the departing employee and a leader who wants to gain insight on why the employee is leaving.   Exit interviews can be a great way to receive solid feedback and help your company improve retention strategies.   Important questions to ask   What actions led you to the decision to leave the company?   How do you feel about management? What changes would you make?   What was your best experience in the office?   D ..read more

The class of 2024 will bring a new set of skilled and educated individuals into the workforce. These soon-to-be graduates are in their last year of college, and they are looking ahead at prospective employers.   Here is everything you need to know about the upcoming graduates and what they are looking for in companies.   Job security   The graduating class of 2024 has heard a lot of talk about Artificial Intelligence (AI) and how it may impact their future career paths. This demographic mostly consists of Gen Z students, and 52% of Gen Z workers have been worried ..read more

Job security is the assurance that one’s employment is stable and protected from factors such as layoffs or economic uncertainty, providing a sense of long-term safety and stability in one’s position within an organization.  54% of workers have increased concerns about their job security, and it is affecting their productivity and loyalty to the company they work for.   Here are three reasons why job security matters for your company:   Reduced turnover   When employees feel confident and secure in their roles, they are less inclined to seek employment elsewh ..read more

This post was written by Josh Hancey, Safety Director and member of the Risk Management team at Helpside.     There are over 2,000 eye-related injuries in the US each day and approximately 1/3 of these injuries require emergency care/treatment. According to the eye health and safety organization, Prevent Blindness America, wearing proper eye protection can prevent 90% of all eye injuries.   Here is everything you need to know about eye safety in the workplace:    How do eye injuries occur?   Striking or scarping: Most eye-related injuries ..read more

The average absence rate for all full-time wage and salary workers is 3.2%. There are various reasons why employees may be absent from work, and as an employer, it is important to keep track of employee attendance and what may be causing them to miss work.   Here are five tips for managing attendance in the workplace:   Set clear attendance expectations   First, start by creating an attendance policy that works best for your company. Then, be sure to communicate that policy with your employees during a company meeting when everyone is gathered together. Communicat ..read more

50% of employees participate in at least one to three hours of virtual meetings each week, and 80% of workers admit to being distracted during these meetings. Leaders must prioritize making virtual meetings engaging to ensure employees do not perceive their time as wasted and so they can see the value in each meeting.    Here are five virtual meeting tips to keep employees engaged:   Start with an icebreaker   Icebreakers can be a fun way to get employees to socialize for a few minutes at the beginning of the meeting. These activities can vary from light-hear ..read more

This blog was written by Mehana Currie, VP of Payroll at Helpside. Whether an employee’s termination is voluntary or involuntary, it’s important for employers to understand their responsibilities of when and how to properly pay an employee.  Having a clear understanding of your state laws will help keep you and your business compliant and mitigate the risk of financial penalties. Voluntary vs. Involuntary A voluntary termination is when an employee initiates a decision to leave the company where they are currently employed.  An involuntary termination is when the employer initiates a ..read more

Inclusion refers to how comfortable and welcome employees feel at work. While a company may have a diverse workforce, that does not necessarily mean that employees feel welcomed, safe, or valued. Leaders should consider using these three strategies to foster greater inclusivity.   Enhance self-awareness  Be aware of personal bias and weaknesses. Leaders should encourage open communication and feedback from their team members. During one-on-one meetings and team discussion, leaders should create a safe space for employees to give their open and honest insights on how leaders can ..read more