Tag: employees

Most Surveyed Companies Do Not Run Active Shooter Preparedness Drills

News reports provide repeated reminders to employers across the country that active shooter incidents are not just a potential threat but a real one. While it is reassuring to adopt a “that will never happen here” mind-set, it is important to be proactive—planning ahead and training your employees on what to do if such an […]

Surveys Reveal Less than Half of Employers Have a Formal Process for Pay Equity

Just over half of U.S. employees believe they are being paid fairly compared with workers who hold similar jobs either at their own or other companies, according to the 2016 Global Workforce Study by Willis Towers Watson, a leading global advisory, broking, and solutions company. At the same time, a companion survey of U.S. employers […]

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3 Ways to Improve Benefits Communication

by Karen Gustin, executive vice president of Ameritas Group Division We know that when it comes to health benefits, employees want choices. And they expect their employers to help them understand those choices. Studies show that people are more satisfied with their jobs, and less likely to look for other employment opportunities, if they believe […]

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Survey: Small Businesses Lack Communication, Leaves Employees Feeling Unfulfilled

More than 40% of small business employees say they receive no feedback from their company and its managers, even though consistent performance evaluation is considered by Human Resources experts to be one of the most important qualities of a manager. This lack of feedback is having a negative impact on the enthusiasm of small business […]

7 Reasons Your Workforce Is Not Motivated

One of the biggest issues employers face today is how to motivate their workforce. Highly engaged employees have more motivation to be proactive and to achieve their goals, allowing the organization to maximize productivity. They’re more likely to stay with the company, thus reducing turnover and its associated costs.

Holiday Gift-Giving Guide: Office Edition

To gift or not to gift at work? That is the question many employees ask during the holiday season. In a recent survey from staffing firm Accountemps, the majority of human resources (HR) managers said it is acceptable for employees and managers to exchange presents in the office. Sixty-three percent of respondents noted it’s appropriate […]