In about three years from now, 30% of the world’s population and 27% of the workforce will comprise Gen Z. To put that in perspective; there are currently 2 billion people in the Gen Z category! It’s safe to say that these numbers in connection with the workforce are only set to increase. This group …
“Here’s my letter of resignation…” “I quit!” Phrases that truly bring dread! It doesn’t matter if you’re a department head, HR manager, or senior leader in the company. Losing employees is not a happy situation. Especially when it’s a more conscientious, highly contributing, and valuable team member. When this happens, there ensues an all-around scramble …
Managers who are used to the traditional office structure found it challenging to do the same task in a remote capacity, at least at the beginning of the pandemic. But now that the remote work culture is here to stay, managers are slowly adapting to the new paradigm. The change has been so drastic that …
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Remote employees comprise 63 percent of all organizations, and the number is growing. Does that mean organizations and their employees have finally understood the nuances of working from multiple locations? Most likely not. There are plenty of benefits for employees who work outside of the office, but for their efforts to truly benefit the organization …
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When individuals in an organization are recognized for their valuable & unique contributions that lead to positive business impact, a culture of appreciation happens. As employees feel valued and empowered, they take initiatives that align with their and their organizations’ goals. This leads to a positive feedback loop that is cooperative and appreciative at the …
The topic of employees feeling a connection to their organizations is deeply rooted in their emotions. This emotional connection makes employees take ownership of their work and motivates them to perform at their best. While the reasons why employees feel a connection to their workplace may differ (from camaraderie between co-workers to the feeling of …
3X is the difference between organizations deemed to be healthy and those that aren’t, according to research from McKinsey. Healthy organizations have employees that are happy and productive, customers that are satisfied and loyal, and industry benchmarks that they regularly match or exceed. That’s why leaders all over the globe can help their organizations respond …
Synergy means a lot more than ‘working together’ in modern organizational theory. It is a combination of common values and interests and helps people work together as a team. These teams drive growth by working together, where employee engagement is high, and the leadership promotes and fosters innovation that leads to breakthroughs. But what is …
A fundamental need to succeed at work is effective communication. One should be able to communicate effectively with colleagues, managers and peers irrespective of the industry. In the digital age, this includes being able to convey and receive messages not only in person, but also via email, social media, and phone. The National Association of Colleges …
One of the first exercises that every company should undertake in its nascent days is the development of a vision and mission statement. These statements act as a compass to steer these companies’ operations. However, they address different processes and there is a need for management to understand the difference between the two statements. What are …
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