Tag: employees

Entertain HR: Double Dribble—The Popularity of Women’s Basketball No Match for Potential Work Stoppage 

Sunday night was a sports lover’s dream. Game 6 of the National League Championship series pitted a team from New York against a team from Los Angeles (and by virtue of the latter’s victory, a World Series appearance against the other New York team). Sunday night football between the New York Jets and Pittsburgh Steelers featured two […]

Empowering the Workforce: Strategies to Boost Employee Voter Turnout in 2024 

With the 2024 election on the horizon, companies are uniquely positioned to foster civic participation among their workforce. Many employees view their employers as trustworthy sources of information, often more so than government entities. This perception creates an opportunity for businesses to promote voter engagement through targeted “Get Out the Vote” (GOTV) campaigns. By leveraging […]

Despite Progress, Lack of College Degree Still Carries Stigma Among Many Employers 

A college degree doesn’t seem to have the same bang for its buck as it once did. In addition to exploding costs, many Americans are questioning the very need for a college degree in many fields.  Formerly Valued  In the second half of the 20th century, a college education was almost synonymous with future success. […]

5 Ways to Create a True Partnership Between HR and People Managers

It’s no secret that managers are the key to unlocking HR outcomes. But how to engage them as partners in HR efforts can be less obvious. When the relationship between HR and people managers breaks down, it becomes impossible to move the needle on employee engagement, performance and retention. So how do you get people […]

Exploring Creative Uses of Generative AI for Employee Communication and Connections

In late 2023, generative AI (GenAI) had a massive impact on workplaces of all kinds. With the introduction of ChatGPT and, quickly after, several other types of GenAI tools, rapid disruption began to occur. While many workers lamented—even feared—the disruptive impact and what it might mean for their jobs, others quickly embraced the new technology, […]

Office Peacocking: The Newest Way to Lure Workers to the Office

You may have heard the term “office peacocking” in the past when referring to an employee who makes an exaggerated effort to stand out. Now, the term is used for employers who want to lure their employees back to the workplace. Some businesses are dressing up their offices with all the bells and whistles, such […]

The AI Overwhelm: How to Avoid Burnout and Stay Productive

As generative AI tools constantly evolve, business owners and marketers face the challenge of learning how to use these tools effectively without getting overwhelmed. I recently experimented with Claude, an AI assistant, attempting to create custom XML prompts for more refined outputs. Despite my optimism, I soon felt lost in the complexity. This feeling of […]

The Middle Management Squeeze: Alleviating Pressures and Fostering Success

Unless they skip several levels in the organizational chart through a major promotion or start out near the top, anyone looking to climb the corporate ladder needs to make a pit stop in middle management. While being promoted from an individual contributor to a management position is the first step toward achieving career dreams—for many, […]

Faces of HR: Louise Willoughby-Petit—A Catalyst for Positive Change in HR

Louise Willoughby-Petit is a seasoned human resources leader with a passion for driving positive change within organizations. With over two decades of experience in the technology and hospitality sectors, Willoughby-Petit has a proven track record of fostering inclusive, high-performing cultures on a global scale. Willoughby-Petit began her HR career at Forte Hotel Group and Thistle Hotels, where […]