The Importance of Middle Managers
In today’s volatile work environment, many companies are starting to lay off employees, including — or maybe even especially — middle managers, because company leaders mistakenly believe managers are expendable. But if a middle manager’s role has not been reduced to one of simple administration, and if the person is effective in their work (not […]
Bundling Vacation, Personal Days and Sick Time in One Bank
Life has a way of throwing curveballs at us that require time away from work to resolve them. Running a personal errand, taking a sick family member to a doctor’s appointment or attending a child’s parent-teacher conference are some examples of when having paid time off to be used at your own discretion is greatly […]
Financial Wellness Programs Boost Employee Happiness
Since the pandemic, many Americans have been struggling to get their financial houses in order. If you’re wondering what a financial wellness program encompasses or what would be helpful to your employees, some areas where employees may need help in maintaining their financial wellness are: A manageable level of financial stress. A lifestyle below their […]
Gifts for Employees: The Thought That Counts
Managers reap benefits from giving presents to their teams: Recipients may feel a morale boost and increased motivation to improve productivity. It may be only a modest gesture, but they are more likely to apply their best efforts when they feel valued. Gift policies and principles Many firms codify an official gifting policy with a […]
How to Manage Quiet Quitters
The concept of quiet quitting has obviously been around for years, but emerged overtly in 2022, after the pandemic upended work attitudes. The phrase gained popularity on TikTok, where many millennials and Gen-Zers took it up. Although some of the quiet but stubborn resistance is subsiding, managers must still deal with the fallout. How to […]
References Add Insights to Resumes
How much thought have you given to reviewing job prospects’ references? Conducting a reference check is a skill in its own right, requiring sensitivity and instincts for weeding out valuable input from generalized responses. The latter is presumably positive — after all, candidates choose the references themselves. A worthwhile conversation References serve several functions. The […]
How To Create a Raise Policy
In most cases, employees anticipate receiving a raise after working a certain amount of time at your firm — usually, six months to a year. Top performers who consistently exceed expectations expect to be paid a salary that reflects their hard work and level of responsibility. You look to offer competitive compensation to retain your […]
Job Sharing: When Two Heads Are Better Than One
Job sharing is not new, but it has always been more prevalent in the public sector than among private companies. Across the entire workplace, about 19% of all organizations now allow it, while the government actively promotes the practice. The CARES Act of 2020 encourages the pattern and even provides incentives to firms that divide […]
New-Collar Workers: A Trend That Embraces Diversity
A recent Cengage Group survey reported that 41% of respondents would prefer to get a certificate that would instantly qualify them for an in-demand job rather than obtain a college degree. These people are excellent candidates for “new-collar worker” positions. What is a new-collar worker? According to Indeed, new-collar jobs are associated with industries where […]