Employee resource groups encourage belonging and camaraderie among colleagues who come together for a shared cause. These groups can be a powerful tool for meeting the needs of a diverse workforce by fostering an inclusive environment, giving employees official input, and granting more access to professional development. This article will explore employee resource groups and…
We human beings are quite predictable. Even if each of us has a unique story, we often seek to connect with people who share backgrounds, interests, and beliefs similar to ours. This is known as affinity bias or similarity bias. The gravitation to people who are like us is unconscious and, in most cases, harmless.…
Decisions regarding promotions, rewards, and continued training rely heavily on performance appraisals. For many companies, performance appraisals are merely seen as a necessary evil. They are conducted and tossed to the side without a second thought. However, if taken full advantage of, this process provides countless benefits to ensure you keep your employees productive and…
An offer letter is an important step in the recruitment process because it lets your top candidate know that you are not only offering them a position, but what their role, responsibilities and remuneration package will be. An offer letter template ensures you streamline the process and include all important information without accidently opening your…
The attrition rate indicates the percentage of employees who leave an organization compared to the average population employed over a specified period. It is also referred to as termination, planned or voluntary resignation, structural changes, and layoffs. This guide will detail how to calculate attrition rate, factors that impact attrition, and how to analyze your…
An employee handbook should be the backbone of any organization to provide guidance and clarity on all HR-related items. Every HR team spends significant time and energy answering employee HR-related questions. With a well-crafted manual in place, not only do you have a reference point for employees to turn to when they have questions or…
Effective talent management helps organizations win the war for talent and should be a top priority for HR professionals. How can we give candidates the best experience? How can we attract and retain the best people? In this article, we explore the pressing topic of talent management. From the definition to strategy development, implementing best…
Talent strategy (often referred to as talent management strategy or talent acquisition strategy) is essential if organizations want to ensure they have the right talent in the right place to meet their long-term financial, marketing and operational goals and objectives. Therefore, being able to recruit, develop, engage and retain the right people at scale should…
Employee burnout is a chronic problem in modern workplaces, but the blame for this persistent condition is often placed on the individual. In reality, it’s employers that need to take action by identifying and addressing burnout. Their workplace policies could end the burnout epidemic. ContentsWhat is employee burnout? Why is employee burnout common?What are the signs…
“Welcome to the team” – it’s a phrase that carries a lot of weight for a new employee. Hearing these words from HR on an employee’s first day sets the tone for the rest of their experience at your organization. A meaningful and well-organized employee welcome can have a significant impact on how new hires…