Piece it Together
There’s always something to talk about, so pull up a chair and let’s Piece It Together. Through articles written by our consultants, we share with you our take on the latest news, trends, and changes in HR, leadership and the workplace.
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Want Your Employees To Shine? Build Them Better Managers.
There is a lot of talk in the HR world these days about how to best optimize the employee experience (EX), and with good reason. Today’s employees want jobs that mean more than just a paycheck…and they certainly have plenty to choose from.
Talent pool shortages, a growing economy, and the increasing array of incentives proffered by employers have made it easier for job seekers to be picky. As the competition to attract and retain top talent heats up, employers are even more invested in creating an environment with a positive EX where employees thrive, grow, and want to stay for the long term.
There are many factors that play […]
Lone wolf or a lonely employee?
What I have seen this year is an amped up effort to improve employee engagement, inclusiveness, respect and connections within the workplace. As mentioned in last month’s newsletter, I heard over and over from CEOs at a recent conference that they are making it their personal mission to take care of their people.
In this effort, we cannot overlook the employee who is lonely or isolated. It could be the former top-performer whose work has fallen off the last several months…or the new employee who is learning the ropes of a new position and trying to determine how she or he fits in…or the remote worker whose only […]
Create a Culture of Trust
What do employees who experience less stress, more energy, higher productivity, fewer sick days, less burnout, more engagement, and more satisfaction with their lives in general have in common? According to Forbes, these are all traits shared by employees who work at “high-trust” organizations.
Building trust between employee and employer is crucial to an organization’s success, so laying the groundwork for a work environment focused on trust is well worth the effort.
Keep Employees in the Loop
Employees like to know what is happening with the organization, current and future. According to Harvard Business Review, if there is a void of information, people will always fill it with negative […]
Focus on Your People – It’s a Culture Thing
HR Advisors Group has been involved with a group of consultants serving the AE industry and each year we hold a CEO Forum. This event attracts CEOs and other leaders in the AE industry to discuss key challenges that they are facing and possible solutions. In the past we have had one or two topics related to workforce issues. This year was different.
Our 2019 Forum was “the year for the people.” We heard over and over from CEOs that they are making it their mission to take care of their people. We discussed aligning their culture with their business … engaging and retaining employees … communicating respect.
It was […]
Give Your Employees a Break!
It is well known that when employees take time off away from work, they become energized, productive and happier in the long run.
Paid time off (PTO) is one of the most valued benefits offered to employees. According to the Harvard Business Review, vacation time ranks in the top three benefits most important to job seekers. But there are many factors employers need to consider for a PTO plan to be successful and work for everyone in your organization.
PTO bank versus separate sick and vacation time
Traditionally, employers have offered a set number of PTO days which were specifically allocated to vacation, sick, or personal leave. With this structure in […]
New Year, New Focus on HR Priorities
Happy New Year! Now that all the balloons, noisemakers, confetti and other remnants of the holiday have been cleaned up and put away, it’s time to focus on your HR priorities for 2019. Some priorities may be new for 2019. Others may have carried over from 2018 and need to be completed or updated.
Here are some of the priorities we see on the lists of HR professionals and senior management for 2019:
- Develop current and future leaders – Whether it’s leadership development, coaching, career paths and/or training, help your employees become the current and future leaders that move your organization forward in 2019 and beyond. How well they are […]
Be Mindful of the Future but Appreciate the Present!
Soon it will be Thanksgiving and then a blur until the end of the year. This is the time of year that life always becomes crazy… even crazier than the rest of the year.
From an HR perspective, it’s time for Open Enrollments, Annual Salary Adjustments, Bonus Distribution and planning for the next year. From a business perspective, you’re looking at your budgets, your revenue and/or profit, and planning for the next year if you haven’t done so already.
Add to that your personal lives, keeping up with all the events and celebrations this holiday season, and ensuring that you take the time to thank the people in your lives, both professional […]
Everyone Wins When Employers Focus on Serving Their Community
It is well known that offering employees work-life incentives leads to better retention, serves as a key selling point for recruitment, and contributes to a positive workplace environment. Now more than ever, employees value not only these types of benefits, but also the way an employer helps the community.
According to a volunteerism survey by Deloitte, creating a culture of volunteerism in the workplace may boost morale, workplace atmosphere and brand perception. An organization’s connection to the community has become an integral facet to its culture and a significant factor in its recruitment and retention success.
Why Community Service?
By strengthening outreach in philanthropic efforts and environmental programs, and/or establishing […]