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Most managers will readily acknowledge that communication is one of the essential traits of a good leader. But sometimes they forget there are several elements to communication, and the listening component often falls by the wayside. Time after time, surveys of employees have shown that when their leaders don’t give serious consideration to their ideas,… Read more
If you’re like most employers today, one of your biggest concerns is retaining top talent. Voluntary turnover rates are increasing, and companies are looking for ways to reduce them more than ever before. Rewarding your people is one way to boost morale and enhance loyalty. On the other hand, failing to show your appreciation for… Read more
Many businesses have begun to increase focus on mental health in the workplace. Which makes sense because the mental health of employees directly contributes to a company’s productivity, attendance, safety, and other health-related costs. If you work for a company that takes a holistic approach to your health—in other words, looks at the connection between… Read more
A company wellness program is one of the best ways to raise health awareness among your staff It can provide practical knowledge about health concerns and encourage employees to think about healthier behaviors. And since it’s a workplace program, it provides a supportive environment among co-workers and from management for them to make and sustain… Read more
You’ve probably experienced the anxiety of one of your employees moving on and leaving a void in your operations. You feel the panic rising as you realize you need to find a replacement quickly so can you minimize the effect on your company’s productivity. But – rushing to hire someone to fill the opening can… Read more
While managing the hectic day-to-day activities of the workplace, bosses may not recognize the need for continuous learning and development. It takes a different mindset for managers to see themselves as “teachers” instead of merely being “supervisors,” but that transformation can give managers the ability to make noticeable improvements in production and morale. Regardless of… Read more
You’ve been at your current job for several years. While you’ve enjoyed the position, things have changed over time. The work is starting to feel stale. You’re not exactly miserable, but you aren’t happy, either. You’ve got this nagging feeling that you could use a change of scenery. Sometimes it’s obvious you need a change;… Read more
Think about these statistics on the use of social media: As of the third quarter of 2018, Facebook had 27 billion monthly active users LinkedIn is approaching 600 million profiles As of June 2018, Instagram had accumulated one billion monthly active users It’s not hard to understand why businesses have turned to social media as… Read more
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