According to research, the average American will spend one-third of their life at work. This equates to a grand total of 90,000 hours throughout their lifetime. Given this considerable time investment it only follows that their work environment should be a place where they feel comfortable and at home. Breaking up the stale monotony of uniform cubicles and standardized setups by introducing elements of personalization such as family photos or children’s paintings, can help to make the workplace a more inviting and enjoyable place for employees. This can lead to greater job satisfaction, highe ..read more

Human Resources started out as personnel departments that focused on transactional HR activities and operated in the interest of the employer, rather than the employee. All they had to do was recruit workers, provide training, watch performance, enforce rules, and compensate accordingly. During the 20th century, human resources began to evolve and gradually adopt the people-centered approach. Now, companies are expected to offer flexibility, good company culture, and a positive work environment. In this article, we’ll discuss why HR needs to be more people-centric.   Image by cook ..read more

Employee appreciation is a great way to keep your staff motivated and elevate your employer branding. You can reward them with cash bonuses and other monetary compensation types. However, this isn’t the only way to appreciate your workforce. Non-monetary incentives are innovative ways to reward your employees outside the standard benefits and financial compensation. Just like monetary incentives, these incentives show that you care about employee growth and well-being. This article highlights three non-monetary incentive options you can implement in your company for an enhanced employee experi ..read more

Are you about to interview someone for your company or on its behalf? If so, you might be a little nervous. After all, you have been entrusted with selecting the right candidate. This is a serious responsibility and puts your discernment skills on display.  Passing a candidate who goes on to be a great fit for your organization is a massive plus point for you. On the other hand, if you approve someone and they become a terrible employee, the person who gets blamed is you.  Picking the right candidate out of the many applications requires you to know precisely what to look for. Moreov ..read more

It’s not necessary to conduct a research project to know that happier employees work harder — but just in case you were wondering, this does boost productivity by as much as 13%.  Now, not all employee recognition programs help you achieve this goal. The good news is that recent advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) can support you and the rest of your HR and leadership teams in your quest to keep employees in your company motivated.  Here are 8 ways that AI can help your employee recognition program.  Image by lookstudio on Freepik 1. Allows Team Leads to Dive Deep Into ..read more

Are you looking for ways to attract and retain employees? If so, you’re not alone. Many businesses are struggling to find suitable candidates and keep them once they’ve been hired. It was found that 63% of US companies find themselves with more difficulty retaining than hiring workers. But don’t worry – there are a few things you can do to make your business more appealing to potential employees and keep them happy once they’re on board. This blog post has some of the best tips for attracting and retaining employees. Read on… Photo by Sebastian Herrmann on Unsplash 10 Tips to Attract and Ret ..read more

Training is fundamental for any business to improve understanding, skillsets and to encourage employee development. Investing in your employees means investing in your business for the long haul, which is why adequate training can lead to success, whether it’s ongoing training for existing employees or new programs for new team members. Why is Employee Training so Important? New employees need to feel supported and confident in their new position, and training will help to accomplish that. Providing a training program will tell employees that you care about their learning and development and ..read more

Acquiring and retaining top talent can be a challenging task for any organization. However, ensuring that employees have ample opportunities for professional growth and development can make this task substantially easier. After all, retaining top talent means retaining talent. Investing in employees is crucial to keep them engaged and to ensure the continued success and growth of the company. In this article, we’re going to explore an array of strategies that you can use to foster an environment where everyone has room to grow and thrive. Image by Freepik 10 Different Ways to Provide Professi ..read more

Many attributes make up a talented sales representative, among which are natural charisma, sociability, comfort when interacting with strangers, empathy, and more than just a little bit of wit. Intelligence is also a given requirement since a proper impression cannot be made without knowing how to approach a potential sale. However, trying to find the right person can be like searching for a needle in a haystack, as even though a thousand people might apply for such a position, only a handful are truly qualified or even remotely fit for the job. Salespeople have a complicated job. Although th ..read more

The answers to many business-related questions can be carried over to other fields of activity. Regardless of your workplace or domain, there exists an inherent human nature that your business plan must accommodate. When conducting employee reviews, you must aim to create a sense of fairness and impartiality. Even when the review is less than stellar, the employee is more likely to accept the conclusion if he/she thinks that it is in the context or a meritocratic environment.  While I have conducted a few of these reviews myself, I am in the business of reviewing products, not employees ..read more