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May 13, 2025
Workplace Culture | Rebuilding Trust After Layoffs
Layoffs—even when necessary—leave a lasting mark on workplace culture. Beyond the immediate impact on those who exit, remaining employees often experience uncertainty, guilt, and decreased engagement. This emotional residue can quietly erode retention and productivity long after restructuring ...
May 6, 2025
Employee Benefits | Rethinking What Modern Benefits Mean
You may feel that your benefits offerings are up to date—but your employees might disagree. Nearly 3 in 4 employees say they struggle to afford anything beyond basic living expenses. As day-to-day living costs increase and personal responsibilities grow, the gap between what companies offer and ...
April 29, 2025
Dear HR Manager from Managing a Stretched Team
Dear HR Manager, Over the past year, several team members have stepped up—leading meetings, mentoring junior colleagues, and driving critical projects. Despite this, their titles and compensation remain the same. A few have started to voice concerns, and I’m sensing growing frustration. Failing ...
April 15, 2025
Workplace Culture | Rethinking Career Progression Paths
Internal promotions have long been considered the primary route for professional advancement, but new data shows that job-hopping has become the dominant method for career growth. As traditional corporate ladders flatten and development stalls, employees choose to leave rather than wait. To ...
March 18, 2025
Employee Benefits | Caring for Caregivers
Supporting employees who serve as caregivers is a growing priority for companies aiming to create a compassionate and resilient workforce. Caregiving responsibilities can be physically, emotionally, and financially draining, making it crucial for organizations to provide benefits that address ...
March 4, 2025
Dear HR Manager from Navigating Revenge Quitting
Dear HR Manager, My company has recently experienced an increase in abrupt resignations, often accompanied by employees voicing frustration about pay, advancement opportunities, and workplace culture. How can we address revenge quitting and prevent it from impacting morale and retention? – ...
February 18, 2025
Employee Benefits | Elevating Wellness
According to Gallup, employees who feel supported in their well-being are 69% less likely to seek new opportunities. Harvard Business Review reports that every dollar invested in wellness yields $3.27 in medical cost savings and $2.73 in reduced absenteeism. Companies should revisit wellness ...
February 11, 2025
Workplace Culture | Reversing Employee Disengagement
Employee disengagement is rising, and HR leaders are facing an urgent challenge. Economic uncertainty, shifting workplace dynamics, and increased workloads have left employees disconnected, decreasing job satisfaction and increasing retention risks. Addressing this issue requires proactive ...
February 4, 2025
Dear HR Manager from Concerned Leader
Dear HR Manager, My team is increasingly having political discussions, and tensions are rising. How can I help my team navigate these conversations professionally? – Concerned Leader Dear Concerned Leader, Political discussions can be challenging, especially when they lead to division or ...
January 14, 2025
Workplace Culture | Creating a Culture of Feedback
Feedback is the cornerstone of personal and professional growth, yet many organizations struggle to make it a consistent and meaningful part of their culture. A lack of actionable, constructive feedback often leads to employee disengagement and stalled development. Building a culture where ...
