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Rage Quitting: How to Prevent Employees from Quitting on the Spot
Employees quitting on the spot or “rage quitting” has been in the news a lot lately. As more people grow dissatisfied with their employers, people are walking off the job in droves.Â
Adapting to Change in the Workplace
Workplaces are always changing. Whether it’s employees, tasks, goals, or core values, businesses constantly evolve. This poses a challenge; how can you keep adapting to change in the workplace while keeping teams together and morale high? The answer is simple—emphasizing adaptive skills.
Treats – Not Tricks! Halloween Experiences for Employees
Why let the kids have all the fun? This Halloween, treat your employees to fun and festive Halloween events for the spooky holiday.
What Is A Facilitator? Event Facilitation Explained
Team building events are some of the most memorable and impactful experiences teams can have, and that’s something I’ve personally witnessed time and time again—teams laughing, learning, bonding, and creating lifelong memories.
Catapult to Success | Pumpkin-Style
It’s fall and you know what that means! It’s pumpkin season! Specifically, pumpkin catapult season! Pumpkin spice lattes, pumpkin muffins, pumpkin pie, baked pumpkin seeds, pumpkin picking, pumpkin carving… and pumpkin catapults!
Dear Gourd! It’s National Pumpkin Day!
October 26th is National Pumpkin Day! Sure, Halloween is for trick-or-treating and dressing your kids up in cute costumes, but we think the adults deserve a Halloween treat too! We’re bringing you seven creative Pumpkin Day activities for your next grownup party. But first, let’s provide some background on National Pumpkin Day.
8 Office Halloween Ideas for Your Work Party
Halloween is the most exciting part of the year. After all, who doesn’t enjoy candy and dressing up in fun or horrifying costumes? Fun Halloween activities for work can improve employee morale, engagement, and promote creativity.
20 Fun Spirit Week Ideas for Work
Spirit week is most commonly associated with schools, but why can’t adults have fun too? Spirit week at work can be a great way to boost morale, build bonds, and create unforgettable memories.
Remote Employee Appreciation Made Easy
The Covid pandemic may have kickstarted remote work, but four years later, virtual teams have proven they’re here to stay. About 22 million adults in the U.S. work from home, and more than 20% of Americans will work remotely by 2025 according to the Pew Research Center.
How to Build Company Loyalty: 8 Proven Techniques
Employee loyalty is a tried-and-true method for bettering your workplace. From increased productivity and boosted engagement to an improved reputation and lower turnover, there are many benefits associated with getting your workers’ loyalty.
4 Ways to Solve Communication Issues in the Workplace
If you expect to accomplish anything in life, great communication skills are a top priority. Unfortunately, a lack of communication in the workplace is quite common. (more…)
Ultimate Guide to Fun Company Outings
If you’re looking to strengthen bonds amongst your team members while having some fun, a corporate team outing is just what you need. Team outings are a great resource for businesses and one you should take advantage of. There are numerous benefits and reasons for team building via a corporate outing; they can help you bring your team together, ultimately creating a stronger team.Â
Internal Mobility: What it Is and 5 Benefits for Businesses
Employers traditionally looks for brand new employees when hiring – but what if there’s an easier and cheaper option? Choosing internal employees for new positions promote loyalty, boosts employee confidence, and saves your company money in the long run. In fact, employees who have moved internally have a 19% higher chance of staying with an organization than those who don’t according to LinkedIn. Though that is a huge benefit, it’s only the beginning of what internal mobility has to offer.
7 Steps to Writing a Mission Statement
Creating a mission statement is business 101, yet it’s something that many businesses overlook. However, companies with mission statements are more likely to provide their employees with a sense of purpose, boost morale, and unite teams around a common cause.
How to Plan a Successful Corporate Team Building Event
One of the most crucial factors in the success of your business is how well your team works together. Planning team building events can be an effective and transformative strategy for helping business executives and their employees to feel more invested in their careers and each other.
Fostering Internal Innovation: Transforming Ideas into Action
You may already be familiar with the concept of an entrepreneur, but an intrapreneur is a less well-known term. While there’s a minor difference in spelling between the two terms, the difference in meaning is much more significant.
8 Innovative Employee Incentive Program Ideas
A big part of running an organization or being a manager is finding ways to motivate and engage employees. Keeping morale and spirits high is an essential ingredient of a healthy, vibrant, and energized workforce. Incentive programs—rewards and benefits to incentivise employees—can have a huge impact on morale and performance. According to a NectarHR survey, 77.9% of employees would be more productive if they received more recognition.
Empathetic Leadership: The Key to Employee Retention
Imagine walking into a room where every voice is heard, every concern is addressed, and every team member feels valued and understood. In this world, leaders are not just bosses but mentors who foster genuine connections and inspire trust. Welcome to the realm of empathetic leadership, where emotional intelligence reigns supreme, transforming ordinary workplaces into extraordinary communities.
How Managers Can Support Employee Development
Employee development is an essential part of creating a talented and dedicated workforce. According to Gallup, organizations that invest in developing employees are 11% more profitable and have double the retention rates of those who do not. On the other hand, bad managers and a lack of career development are the top reasons for turnover. Businesses need to ensure that managers support their employees and offer them opportunities to grow and develop their skills.
9 Fall Themed Events to Celebrate the New Season
Goodbye summer, you will be dearly missed. But nothing beats the pumpkin spice, vibrant colors, and cool temperatures of fall. Transitions can be tough and the transition from a fast-paced, fun-filled summer to a slower fall season is no different. Rather than resisting the change in season, help your team embrace the change. Break up the monotony of the work week with fall-themed events that will effectively bring your team together while also giving them something to look forward to. Below, we have outlined 9 fun fall games to try in 2024:
9 Halloween Team Building Activities To Spice Up Your Company Party
Halloween isn’t just for candy anymore… it’s for team building!
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