Employees

4 Reasons for Employee Turnover and 3 Ways to Combat It

Some businesses have higher employee turnover rates. If it feels like your company has a hard time holding onto top talent, you may need to stop and ask yourself why. These are the top reasons employees quit a job: Poor management from supervisors Lack of career advancement opportunity Lack of organizational fit Lack of support, training or other resources that equip employees to do their jobs well The above...

5 Benefits of a Remote Workforce

There has been debate about the topic of remote employees among employers. Some employers are concerned about challenges in team management where remote workers are concerned, including productivity tracking and developing a unified company culture. But happy employees often work harder and are more loyal and 87 percent of employees agree that flexibility is a driving factor in their work satisfaction. Below are some benefits of allowing your tem...

3 Ways to get Millennial Employees to Engage in Employee Benefits

Today’s younger generation of employees often have a sense of invincibility, which can adversely influence decisions they make regarding employee benefits. It may be difficult as an employer to communicate that employee benefits offer important support. By raising scenarios with Millennial and Generation Z employees, employers may be able to guide them towards engaging in benefits that can help them when the unexpected happens. Below are some of these...

Reducing Workers’ Compensation Claims

Each state, with the exception of Texas, requires workers’ compensation. Many employers have an interest in reducing claims and costs that apply to workers’ compensation. Below are some strategies that can help you to this end. Identify Risks If your workplace has safety risks and hazards, you can implement corrective measures to reduce occupational risks, including evaluating employee roles where safety is concerned as well as implementing best practices...

Beware of Bias Risk in Performance Management

Performance reviews offer goals and feedback that encourage employees to improve on their skills and to put them on the right career path. Performance reviews should ideally be fair and objective, but unfortunately there is no guideline or standard regarding what a “fair performance review” is. Because of this, many bosses lean on intuition rather than applying regularly consistent expectations to employees. But even if you are convinced you...

When your Best Employee Quits

Regardless of the size of your company, it can be trying if your best employee hands in his resignation. You may feel stressed, betrayed and even alone when he or she quits, potentially leaving you feeling unsure about how you will move forward after they leave. When your best worker quits, keep the following in mind. Keep your Emotions in Check Many employers take it personally when their best...

2019 Minimum Wage Increases by State

Minimum wage is like the sun – it just keeps rising. Many cities, counties and states are yet again increasing the minimum wage. To better prepare you for 2019, below is a list of the states that will increase their minimum wage. Of course, we recommend that you check with your local jurisdiction before making any changes to your books because your city may follow different standards. Twenty one...

3 Ways to Develop Employee Success

You probably already take time to invest in hiring and training new and highly qualified talent, but do you also take time to encourage their continued professional development? Sometimes valuable employees leave if they feel unsatisfied or stuck in their role and replacing them can cost you more time and resources than holding onto the employees you already have. Strive to keep your employees happy and engaged with these...

5 Tips for Effective Management of Remote Employees

According to Global Workplace Analytics, nearly 50% of the workforce works in some sort of telecommuting role and even more employees have stated that they would like working remotely at least part-time. Considering this, offering remote opportunities is a good way to gain more productive workers. Below are a few tips for the effective management of a remote workforce. Set Clear Expectations It is important you set clear expectations...

Why You Should Have an Employee Handbook

Although employee handbooks are often overlooked by employers and employees alike, these useful little books are important when it comes to making sure everyone is on the same page. If you have not yet created one, below are some tips on why you should have one and what you should include. What Your Handbook Should Cover You need to cover two primary areas in your employee handbook: policies that...