The workplace has changed since mid-March 2020. More employees have adapted to work remotely, and this will remain the new norm for many employees and companies. But in a remote environment, where you no longer have face-to-face interactions or in-office perks, employees may seek new opportunities if they do not feel connected to their company, boss or colleagues.
Working remotely is not a new concept. It’s been around for quite some time, and it’s been getting more and more popular in certain industries. This widespread practice, although quite beneficial, is still misunderstood by many obliged to work from home because of COVID-19.
From the health issues to the requirements of lockdowns and social distancing, this period of time has changed everything. And it has enormous potential to change how we conduct the hiring process.
Our partners from the National Association of Professional Employer Organizations have put together a comprehensive 30-minute video summarizing the PPP loan process, including loan forgiveness,
The most effective managers are inclusive managers. But how can managers lead inclusively when working with remote teams?
In times of duress, it can feel like we’ve hit a wall when it comes to creativity and innovation. In fact, studies have shown that our brains
The constant battle for hiring and retaining top talent is a challenging reality for most companies and the risk for turnover is ever present by opportunistic employees seeking the greener
RMI is a Professional Employer Organization (PEO). We simplify the hassle of doing business by providing comprehensive HR solutions, so you can focus on why
A company’s culture is integral to its success. After all, any business that has a great working environment is bound to reap a lot of
Finding the right candidate for an open position in your company can be a daunting task. It’s incredibly expensive to go through the hiring process,
The term “employee engagement” is used almost as often as the office coffee maker. These two words are tossed around in discussions regarding performance, productivity
What would having better performance reviews mean? Well, here’s the facts. Performance reviews are critical to retention, and 85% of employees would consider leaving their
Companies who focus on creating a work culture that employees love have happier employees. If your employees are happy, they become more productive, more profitable,
Establishing solid human resource practices early in your company’s life has a lasting impact on your success. It’s important to know what changes as your
So a doctor walks into the OR… sounds like the beginning of a good joke, right? Only, it’s no joke! The surgeon has protocols, procedures,
Human resource management is more complex than ever. Teams have a lot on their plates with four HR challenges being most common. 1. Creating a
The modern workplace is rapidly evolving, perhaps more so than ever. Advancing technology, increasing compliance expectations and new laws and regulations are just a few
Career development is a common objective among most of today’s employees. Millennials, in particular, tend to place an emphasis on consistent progression and may be
Middle managers play an integral role in a company’s overall success. Acting as a link between top-level managers and workers, they support initiatives and strive
To implement performance management in your organization, start by having managers set and monitor goals and tasks for each employee. Then follow-up with an evaluation of how well objectives are being met.
Ongoing communication with staff eliminates confusion, boosts performance, and narrows everyone’s focus to company priorities. That, in turn, achieves improved results and drives profits. Measuring and
A well-defined performance management process that’s built on consistent, constructive feedback helps your business retain and develop world-class employee talent. Together with goal setting, frequent
The concept of a virtual interview has gained a lot of momentum in a short period of time. Not only does it enable recruiters to
Your company’s dress code says a lot about you and your culture. While standard suit and tie were once the norm, more and more companies
Offering the right benefits can give your company a competitive advantage in terms of recruiting and retention. However, you need to be sure that the
Employee drug use is an ongoing issue for many companies. This problem has escalated in recent years largely due to the widespread opioid use that’s
Internships are a mutually beneficial working arrangement. The intern gets valuable on-the-job experience and you get additional manpower. Ideally, you’ll bring the intern on as
Everyone has their ups and downs and off days. At what point does a difficult employee become a toxic employee? There are several definitive signs.
It’s a different world than it was 20 years ago. The Internet and advancing technology have created an increasingly digitalized and globalized workplace. More and
Americans are working more hours than ever, and many are paying the price for it. We’ve arguably never seen a higher level of collective stress,
Forget two weeks vacation. More and more companies are now offering unlimited vacation days and seeing surprisingly favorable results. Brands like GrubHub, Evernote, Netflix and
Happy employees are more productive employees. There’s concrete evidence that proves it. According to research from the Department of Economics at the University of Warwick,
As a business owner, there’s a good chance you’ll encounter compensation disputes at some point. It’s only natural that your employees will want to maximize
Most employers would consider having to choose between two qualified candidates as a good problem to have. Nonetheless, it’s still a problem and requires careful
Employee retention should be a top concern for your business. With “job-hopping” becoming increasingly common and one-third of new hires quitting after about six months,
Layoffs are an unfortunate but inevitable part of running a business. It isn’t pretty, but downsizing is often a necessary evil for optimizing a company’s
America is the quintessential melting pot. It’s a nation that has thrived on diversity, and that diversity has arguably played an integral role in our
Marijuana legalization has been widely debated over the past few years. On the whole, Americans now have a more relaxed attitude toward the substance, which
At some point, you’re likely to be faced with an important business decision: Hire from within and develop existing employees or hire externally and bring
A high turnover rate is toxic to your business’s success and longevity. Not only is it frustrating to have to continually replace employees, it can
Employee tardiness is an issue that plagues many businesses. In fact, data from a study on CareerBuilder found that “Nearly one quarter (23 percent) of
Ethics play a major role in modern business and can impact everything from brand reputation and public perception to employee productivity and overall profitability. According
Employee onboarding is a process that’s integral to the efficiency, productivity and profitability of today’s businesses. In fact, an infographic on UrbanBound’s website states that
Bringing a new employee on board involves transition time. During this time, new employees may feel anxious, overwhelmed and even a little lonely while they’re
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