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As companies like Starbucks and Amazon roll back their remote work policies, others are doubling down on flexibility, proving that work-from-home isn’t just a pandemic experiment—it’s a new way of working. Contrary to their approach, other companies like Allstate, Instacart, and Spotify, are choosing instead to embrace remote work. Their focus is on meeting employees […]
Return-to-office (RTO) mandates have become a hot topic, with major corporations like Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Dell insisting employees work on-site. However, Amazon’s hardline policy on returning to the office or else is being met with resistance, and other companies are considering their options. In a recent Q&A released by the University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s Haslam College of Business, Tim […]
If you’re unfamiliar with the work of carbon accountants, machine learning specialists, sustainability educators and manufacturing process engineers, you have plenty of company. And if “human skills” aren’t already required of your employees, you aren’t alone. But it’s time to get up to speed on both. A seismic shift in the proficiencies needed to fill […]
I’ve been fielding a lot of questions lately about some of the work I do with JAMS Pathways, a conflict resolution resource for workplaces, and the types of inquiries I’m receiving offer some insight into what’s happening in society. Of course, given my background, people are asking about how to prevent and resolve conflict. It’s […]
The four-day workweek is building momentum and may become more prevalent soon. A KPMG survey shows that 30% of large U.S. companies are exploring new work schedules that include a Monday–Thursday model. Not surprisingly, the vast majority of U.S. workers favor a four-day workweek for their well-being. With employee burnout soaring and companies needing to […]
In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, hybrid work has become a defining feature of the modern workplace, particularly in the tech industry. And while there has been a high-profile back and forth between workers and employers over remote work, a recent survey by the International Workplace Group reveals that a staggering nine in ten […]
In recent years, the role of the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) has undergone a profound transformation. No longer confined to traditional HR functions, CHROs are now pivotal players in shaping organizational and business strategy, driving change, and fostering a culture that promotes employee well-being and inclusion. This evolution requires a new set of skills […]
Since the pandemic, the standard work environment has evolved significantly, with a growing number of employees seeking flexible work arrangements. Some prefer fully remote work, while others favor a mix of in-office and remote work, commonly known as the hybrid work model. Benefits of Hybrid Work Hybrid work offers numerous benefits, including better work-life balance, […]
It’s no secret that there has been a tug of war between employers and employees in the post-COVID era around return-to-office (RTO) efforts on the part of employers. While many employers would love to bring staff back to the office, a majority of employees prefer fully remote or at least hybrid work arrangements. And while […]
Where many organizations struggle to hold engagement and morale, there are some who boast 70% engagement rate among employees, a staggering 14:1 ratio of engaged to disengaged employees, and cultures that employees rave about. What sets these top-performing organizations apart? A strategic approach to nurturing their most valuable asset: their people. Whether employees are working […]