Employee Retention Tag

24 Jun

Posted at 17:24h in COVID-19, HR and Operations by
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HR Insights Blog Header The COVID-19 pandemic is finally getting under control. As more Americans get vaccinated, states are gradually lifting restrictions, and life is returning to pre-pandemic normalcy.

Finally, individuals can get to the tasks they’ve been postponing for more than a year. Unfortunately for employers looking to retain employees, some employees are now ready to find new jobs.

Current Job Market Outlook

24 Jun

Posted at 17:16h in COVID-19, HR and Operations by
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HR Insights Blog Header The pandemic has resulted in thousands of employees working from their kitchen tables or living rooms rather than the office or other workplaces.

However, as more Americans receive a COVID-19 vaccination and organizations develop or update their return-to-work plans, some employees may still be eager to continue working remotely, even if just for a few days each week. This article provides an overview of hybrid workplaces, the work model’s advantages and challenges, and tips for accommodating distributed employees.

24 Jun

Posted at 17:08h in Human Resources White Papers by
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Legal Update Header On June 21, 2021, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced a proposed rule to clarify when employers can claim a tip credit to compensate their tipped employees.

The proposed rule is scheduled for publication in the federal register on June 23, 2021. Employers will have 60 days from the date of publication to submit their comments about the proposed rule to the DOL.

16 Jun

Posted at 17:11h in Human Resources White Papers by
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HR Insights Blog Header By 2025, almost 23% of the U.S. workforce is expected to work fully remote, according to Upwork.

That’s nearly double the percentage of people who were working remotely full time prior to the pandemic. As more organizations embrace longterm remote or hybrid workplace models, employers will continue to compete for their industry’s top candidates.

04 Jun

Posted at 18:57h in Human Resources White Papers by
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Attracting and retaining employees is a constant struggle for organizations of any size, but it’s particularly so for small businesses.

With smaller teams, employers need to hold onto talent whenever possible. And that can be a challenge, especially when resources are scarce as they are currently amid the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. That’s why it’s critical for small employers to tailor their benefits offerings in a way that attracts and retains the most employees. One of the best ways to start this process is by surveying existing and potential employees. Employers can ask workers what types of benefits would interest them the most, then use that data to inform benefits decisions.

04 May

Posted at 16:27h in Human Resources White Papers by
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HR Insights Blog Header Burnout is a commonly discussed issue these days—particularly while many workforces are still working from home amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Being isolated, stressed and overworked puts employees in a difficult position and can lead to increased burnout. Oftentimes, its HR’s responsibility to help employees cope with burnout and its contributing factors.

04 May

Posted at 16:14h in COVID-19, HR and Operations by
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HR Insights Blog Header Employers play a critical role in helping promote and provide accurate information about COVID-19 vaccines.

Employees getting vaccinated can be a driving force for a safe return to work. As employers navigate the legal risks and logistics of return-to-work plans and employee vaccinations, this article explores considerations for increasing employee vaccine acceptance across their organizations.

16 Apr

Posted at 17:50h in COVID-19, HR and Operations by
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HR Insights Blog Header The COVID-19 pandemic has been testing the limits of every organization. It’s tested resilience, it’s tested adaptability and, critically, it’s tested the trust between managers and their employees.

When the COVID-19 pandemic began, entire workforces were sent to work from home, regardless of whether they had any experience with the arrangement. This sudden autonomy illuminated trust issues, perceived or otherwise, between individual employees and their managers. After all, monitoring performance while expressing trust is a balancing act made all the more difficult when workers are isolated and cannot be visually monitored.

02 Apr

Posted at 17:32h in Human Resources White Papers by
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HR Insights Blog Header By leveraging technology in learning and development efforts, employers can help engage employees, improve the employee experience and create efficiencies in learning and development.

As organizational needs accelerate and evolve, it’s important that employees also have the necessary skills to succeed. A tech-enabled learning and development strategy can also address today’s talent shortages and skills gaps. This article explores technology trends and how technology can shape and streamline learning and development initiatives.

19 Mar

Posted at 20:06h in COVID-19, HR and Operations by
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HR Insights Blog Header Working remotely doesn’t always come naturally to employees, especially among those who are used to the accountability of in-person workplaces.

Remote work requires focus and restraint amid the countless distractions present in the home, and it lacks the socialization capabilities that come with physically going into the workplace. What’s more, remote employees often need to collaborate on different tasks. Without guidance, these conversations can become distracting and inefficient. With this in mind, employers may need to step in to help facilitate productivity and attentiveness—particularly when working in person isn’t an option, such as during the COVID-19 pandemic. This article provides four tips for supporting remote employee productivity while still enabling collaboration.