By Dave Zielinski A wealth of research shows that employees with good mental, physical and financial well-being are more productive, perform better and take fewer sick days at work. But recent studies also show worker stress to be at an all-time high. A 2023 Gallup study, for example, found almost half of employees reported feeling...
You need to have a mission statement that’s meaningful and that accomplishes what you want to be. Who do you want to be? What is your mission in your organization? You know, what is your vision? Where do you want to be five years from now? That needs to be communicated in what you really...
If we don’t start from the top, then the culture is going to happen however the people want to run it. So, management needs to determine how do we want, do we want people to feel like we’re being micromanaged and we’re watching the clock, or do we want a culture where everybody knows your...
When considering voluntary benefits for your employees, it’s important to assess the options carefully to ensure they meet the needs of your workforce while also aligning with your business objectives. Here are some key questions to ask: Understanding the Benefits What types of voluntary benefits are available? Get an overview of the types of...
By Lin Grensing-Pophal Does your company use video to share information with job candidates or employees? Companies whose websites are not accessible to people with disabilities may be at risk of being sued—and the claims are piling up. Accessibility can also have a disparate impact for candidates who may be economically disadvantaged or live in areas with...
Employer branding when it comes to employment is critical. Now the small, again, I cater my business to the small business owner, so they can’t do the branding that the big guys do. Okay. I, I’m going to mention companies like Google, companies like Southwest Airlines, you know, here in South Florida, there are a...
When unemployment is low, that’s when the employee has the upper hand on dictating and demanding salaries and, and needs. That’s why employers are, as we had already broached, but, you know, working virtually. There are folks who are looking to work virtually and only look at jobs where that’s possible. That’s a possibility. So...
When deciding on which voluntary benefits to offer your employees, several key considerations can help you tailor your offerings to meet the needs of your workforce effectively. Voluntary benefits can significantly enhance your overall benefits package, making your company more attractive to current and potential employees. Here are some factors to consider: Demographics of Your...
By Kathy Gurchiek Empathy, civility, compassion—all are watchwords in recent years that emphasize an employer’s people-first focus toward employees as well as clients and customers. Walmart recently highlighted the role managers play during a weeklong training session that focused on the value showing compassion toward workers, The New York Times reported. The training was part...
I can see that from a technological perspective, there are a lot of things now that are occurring with, with technology and how jobs are changing. For example, let me use the writer’s strike that we just ended, okay? Writers are upset because now we’re using artificial intelligence. It’s the way of the future. It...
Copyright by People First INC. All rights reserved. 2022
2022 Copyright by People First Inc. All rights reserved.
