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Benefits & Compensation, Culture
5 Mental Health Employee Benefits Trends for 2021
Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Americans have reported increases in anxiety, depression and thoughts of suicide. The toll that the pandemic takes on mental health increases daily. Before the pandemic, 5% of employed workers reported poor or very poor mental health. Now, 18% of employed workers struggle with mental health issues.
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Culture
Supporting Employees During a Potentially Lonely Holiday Season
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed many aspects of daily life—including how employees celebrate for the holidays.
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Culture
Methods for Supporting Working Parents
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, working parents are now being forced to contend with their children’s new school routines. Unfortunately, these routines will be varied by school, with little universal guidance. The uncertainty surrounding these routines and their impact on working parents will undoubtedly have ripple effects in the workplace.
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Culture
Virtual Workplace Holiday Parties
At the end of the calendar year, workplace holiday celebrations are an experience that many employees look forward to as a highlight of the season. These celebrations are often a long-standing tradition allowing employees to celebrate with their colleagues—and sometimes family and guests.
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Culture, Leadership & Management
Keeping Political Conversations Civil at Work
Political discussion has and will continue to be a reality in many work environments. Work can already be a stressful place for many, with political discussion adding an additional stressor for employees—and in many cases, an additional concern for employers. While disagreement in and of itself isn’t always a detriment to all workplaces, political discussion can negatively affect the work environment for many employees.
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Culture, Leadership & Management, Strategy & Planning
Preventing Workplace Gossip During a Crisis
Gossip is a reality in many workplaces and, when not adequately addressed, can impact company culture and employee morale. During a crisis, such as the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, employee relations can be challenging for employers. Leaders strive to maintain positive employee morale while addressing current realities.
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Culture, Leadership & Management, Training & Performance
Creating a Culture of Recognition
Even the best employees cannot perform well when they are not motivated enough. This is why employee recognition in the workplace has to be an innate part of any company’s culture. A human workplace is one that fosters a culture of recognition while empowering employees, strengthening working relationships and providing a clear purpose aligned with business goals.
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Culture, Leadership & Management
Political Discussions in the Workplace
Expressing oneself is a right afforded to every American, no matter where that expression takes place, right? When it comes to the workplace, the answer is: It depends.
