Showing appreciation for hard work, dedication and success is a no brainer. It makes employees feel valued, validates their commitment to the company’s mission and reinforces their energy and motivation. Having said that, there are times when a simple “thank you” is not enough. There are times when a...

The first few weeks at a company can shape a new hire’s entire experience there. How long an employee decides to stay with a company can actually depend on their initial experiences. If someone feels isolated or “lost in the shuffle” early on, it can cause them to become...

It goes without saying that managing a remote team is not the same as managing an onsite one. The ins and outs of the virtual workplace don’t translate as seamlessly as one might think. At the same time, the pressure to drive productivity, performance and success is just as...

Despite team building’s reputation as just “ feel-good fluff,’ and a “nice to have,” when done right, it’s been shown to improve collaboration, retention, productivity, and morale. Yet they’re often seen as nothing more than an excuse to leave the office and play a quick game rather than as...