2020 was a disruptive year for everyone in the workforce. The pandemic and resulting switch to remote work introduced new challenges which resulted in a loss of productivity and a surge in mental health symptoms like burnout, depression, anxiety, and loneliness. Managers had to get creative when it came to…
Why NatureBox Partner Market? A blog post from the CEO of NatureBox, John O. The snacking community has long craved variety in snacks and drinks that are both good for them and taste delicious. And to have one trustworthy place to go for all that? That would be a…
Remote work is likely to become more than a pandemic-induced trend. According to research from Global Workplace Analytics, 77% percent of the workforce says they want to keep working from home at least a day or two per week once the pandemic is over. As you plan your return to…
Research from Gartner suggests 48% of employees will work remotely at least some of the time in the post-pandemic world. How do you keep those remote employees from feeling like an afterthought? Encourage habits that lead to feelings of trust, connection, and a shared sense of purpose. No one wants…
Companies large and small have experienced disruption due to COVID. From adjusting to new ways of working, learning to communicate with a dispersed workforce, and developing successful onboarding practices for remote employees, we’re all in transition. And with transition comes ambiguity. This added challenge that comes with the virtual work…
Great leaders know how to build a strong team. Why is this important? According to Gallup, the strengths and dynamics of your team directly affect business outcomes. But how do you increase engagement and build better relationships virtually with your remote team? It begins with understanding that strong teams start…
In 2021, the work-from-home trend continues. Instead of preparing for everyone to return to the office, it’s time to consider how to maintain your company culture when your employees work across county, state, and country lines. Culture is the values, expectations, language, beliefs, and practices that guide and inform the…
Healthy and engaged employees are the reason modern businesses thrive. According to Gallup, employees with high well-being in all five elements – purpose, social, financial, community, physical – spend fewer days away from their desk, have higher customer ratings, solve problems more readily, adapt to change more quickly, and are…
Employee recognition is a small gesture with the potential to have a massive impact on your team. It motivates, provides a sense of accomplishment, and makes employees feel valued for their work. If you want to boost employee engagement, productivity, and loyalty, recognition is the key. It’s a wonder why…
Is employee wellbeing your top priority for 2021? According to Gallup, you can’t afford for it not to be. Companies that prioritize the wellbeing and mental health of their teams led to the creation (and expansion) of employee wellness programs for businesses big and small. This major trend in work…