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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 […]
Is Spain’s Leap to a 37.5 Hour Workweek a Game Changer for Work-Life Balance?
Spain has taken a bold step in reshaping the modern workweek. In May 2025, the Spanish government approved a bill to reduce the standard full-time workweek from 40 to 37.5 hours – without cutting pay. While it still requires parliamentary approval, this reform is expected to impact over 12 million private-sector workers and signals a […]
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 […]
How Can Employers Coach Resilience After a Missed Promotion?
The excitement of a promotion is palpable – the celebrations, the recognition, the doors they open. But there’s another, quieter side of the story that plays out behind closed doors: the moment when a capable, hardworking employee goes for a promotion… and doesn’t land it. It’s a tough blow. Disappointment, frustration, and even self-doubt can […]
Jokes in the Workplace: A Modern Minefield?
Humor at work can be a powerful force. A well-timed joke can break the ice, ease tension during a tough meeting, or help teammates bond across departments. In fact, a survey by Robert Half revealed that 91% of executives believe a good sense of humor is important for career advancement, and 84% feel humorous employees […]
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, […]
Why Emotional Intelligence is Crucial During the Outplacement Process
In the midst of leading a large-scale downsizing project, I have seen firsthand the critical difference a high-EQ (Emotional Intelligence) approach makes during redundancy conversations. I have been handling multiple outplacement meetings on behalf of a client organization undergoing significant transformation. The feedback we’ve received? Unanimously positive – despite the challenging circumstances. But what makes […]
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 […]
