The rise of remote work during the COVID-19 pandemic led to an explosion in the use of video conferencing tools like Zoom, Teams, and Google Meet. This shift gave birth to a new aspect of workplace cultureโwebcam culture. While on-camera meetings have their benefits, they also come with significant drawbacks, especially for different personality types….
Category: Employee Engagement
Employee Engagement Ideas for July 2024
July is here! What better way to kick off the second half of the year than with some exciting employee engagement activities? If you’re looking for ideas to keep your team motivated and connected this month, here are a few suggestions: July 7 โ Chocolate Day ๐ซ July 14 โ National Mac and Cheese Day…
Celebrating Pride Month: How Companies Can Show Support and Foster Inclusivity
Pride Month, celebrated every June, is a time to honor the LGBTQ+ community, recognize their contributions, and promote equality and acceptance. For companies, it’s an opportunity to show support for LGBTQ+ employees and customers, and to foster a workplace culture of inclusivity and respect. Hereโs how companies can celebrate Pride Month in meaningful and impactful…
Employee Engagement Ideas for May 2024
May is another month full of opportunities for Employee Engagement activities! Here are a few to get you started: Mental Health Awareness Month ๐ง Asian American Month ๐๏ธ Nurses Week (May 6 through 12) ๐ฉบ National Police Week (May 12 through 18) ๐ฎ Emergency Medical Services Week (May 19 through 25) ๐ Star Wars Day…
Employee Engagement Ideas for April 2024
April is a month full of opportunities for employee engagement activities! Here are a few ideas: National Humor Month ๐ญ Poetry Month โ๏ธ Stress Awareness Month ๐ง April 1: International Fun at Work Day ๐ April 3: National Walking Day ๐ถ April 7: World Health Day ๐ฉบ April 20: Volunteer Recognition Day ๐๏ธ April 22:…
The Power of Appreciation at Work
In every workplace, the significance of feeling appreciated cannot be overstated ๐ As leaders and colleagues, taking the time to acknowledge and recognize the efforts of those around us not only fosters a positive work culture but also cultivates loyalty and dedication within the team. Appreciation serves as a powerful motivator, boosting morale and driving…
Employee Engagement Ideas for August 2023
August is a month full of occasions to celebrate with your employees! If you are looking for Employee Engagement ideas, here are a few suggestions: National Wellness Month ๐ Family Fun Month ๐ช Back to School Month ๐ National Picnic Month ๐งบ August 8 – International Cat Day ๐ August 16 – National Tell A…
Best Practices for 1:1s
According to research from Gallup, employees who have regular 1:1 meetings with their managers are three times more likely to feel engaged in their company and thrive at their job! To make the most out of these meetings, here are some best practices to follow: ๐ Prepare and set an agenda: It’s essential for both…
The Importance of Leadership Training
Good morning! Here is an excellent post from Catherine McDonald about the importance of leadership training. According to an employee retention report from TINYpulse, employees who rate supervisor performance as subpar are ๐ฉ four times ๐ฉmore likely to look for a new job. The way to prevent this is by ensuring that leaders receive effective leadership training. “Leadership and…
Employee Engagement Ideas for July 2023
July is just around the corner! If you are looking for Employee Engagement ideas for the month, here are a few suggestions: July 7 – Chocolate Day ๐ซ July 14 – National Mac and Cheese Day ๐ง July 17 – World Emoji Day ๐ July 19 – National Hot Dog Day ๐ญ July 28 –…