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Should Employers Consider Pet-Friendly Policies?
Over the past few years, pets have become a bigger part of our working lives than ever before. More than 23 million American households adopted a pet during the pandemic, according to the ASPCA, and many employees grew accustomed to working side by side with their furry (and sometimes feathered or scaly) companions. Now that […]
Procrastination at Work: Why We Do It and How Employers Can Help
You’re behind on a deadline. Your boss has been chasing you for updates. Yet instead of focusing on the task, you’re suddenly reorganizing your desk, scrolling through social media, or playing a quick round of online solitaire. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. 99% of Americans admit to procrastinating tasks, and around 20% of adults are […]
Nap Time at Work: Productivity Booster or Professional Taboo?
Napping at work is not as unusual as you might think. In fact, 42.7% of US employees admit to napping on the job, while one study found that the average remote-working Briton was sneaking in three lunchtime naps per week. Our own poll echoed this trend, with 66% of respondents saying they either already nap […]
Zoom Fatigue: Is it bad to have your camera off?
As remote and hybrid work continues to be the norm for many organizations, one challenge has been steadily growing in both scope and impact: Zoom fatigue. While the term broadly refers to the tiredness, worry, or burnout caused by overuse of video conferencing platforms, recent research is revealing that the root causes run deeper than […]
Decoding “Cybernese”: The New Language of Digital Workplaces
If you’re wondering what on earth “Cybernese” is, you may be surprised to learn that it’s a rapidly evolving language we all need to become fluent in—fast. Cybernese refers to the non-verbal, online language we’ve developed since the mass shift to remote and hybrid work. In traditional, in-person workplaces, body language, facial expressions, and tone […]
Supporting Employee Wellbeing in Small Businesses: Strategies That Work
With the cost of living continuing to rise, employee wellbeing has shifted from a “nice-to-have” to a critical driver of business success. For small businesses and startups, competing with larger companies on salary alone can be challenging. But that does not mean you cannot make a significant impact on your team’s wellbeing. According to LendingClub, […]
Power of Payroll: The Business Case for Financial Wellbeing Initiatives
Financial well-being programs are no longer a niche employee perk. For employers in both the US and UK, they have become a strategic investment that can improve productivity, reduce absenteeism, and strengthen retention. As the cost of living continues to squeeze households on both sides of the Atlantic, companies that offer meaningful financial support stand […]
Cycle to Work Day: Why Employers Should Back the Bike
It’s 8:23 a.m. and the office is slowly coming to life. Some staff arrive flustered, having battled traffic or train delays; others are already on their second coffee, mentally preparing for a day of back-to-back meetings. But one team member quietly locks up their bike, cheeks flushed from fresh air, and heads in with a […]
How are Gen-Z Changing Leadership?
As the workplace continues to evolve post-pandemic, a notable shift is occurring in what defines effective leadership. Technical expertise and hard skills still matter, but they are no longer enough. Increasingly, success hinges on soft skills – empathy, adaptability, emotional intelligence and vulnerability. These “power skills” are becoming essential, particularly with Generation Z entering the […]
What We’re Reading: The Memo by Minda Harts
August is Black Business Month in the US, and is a time dedicated to recognizing and supporting Black-owned businesses throughout the country. However, there is a huge disparity when it comes to black people owning businesses and being represented in the C-suite – and more notably, there is a severe lack of black women. That’s […]
Breastfeeding Week: Supporting Nursing Parents
On today’s start of Breastfeeding Week, we’d like to take some time to reflect on how we can support nursing parents in workplaces. This week is about breaking down the stigma on breastfeeding, supporting households during parenthood, plus it is a time for organisations to reflect on how to continue providing support for nursing parents. […]
AI in HR: Are HR Professionals being replaced by AI?
The business landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by the accelerating pace of technological change. For human resources professionals, this new environment presents a critical mandate: moving beyond traditional skill-building to champion what’s known as “skills velocity” – the speed at which employees can acquire and adapt to new capabilities. This strategic shift is […]