How HR Can Support Working Parents
Being a parent is deeply rewarding, but it’s hardly without stress. Likewise, even the most satisfying and pleasurable of careers can bring their share of anxiety. Combine the two ventures and things can really seem hairy. Simply put, working parents undergo unique levels of stress, and over time that stress can impact their mental and […]
Creating Safe Workplaces After COVID-19
As business owners consider the long and challenging process of re-opening in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, there is a central question that must be addressed: How can we begin growing the economy, and resuming some semblance of normal productivity, while still promoting the health and safety of employees?It’s a question that may not […]
How the Pandemic Can Make Your Team Stronger
It’s often remarked that adversity breeds resilience, creativity, and character. This holds true not only for individuals, but for teams and organizations, as well. Certainly, the COVID-19 pandemic has brought its fair share of adversity, including disruptions to productivity; shake-ups to team dynamics; ongoing mental health concerns, including anxiety about contracting the disease; and beyond. […]
Onboarding During COVID-19
In recent weeks, news headlines have painted a fairly grim scene of the U.S. employment landscape; unemployment remains a significant issue, and while the economy has added back many jobs, progress hasn’t been as robust as many had hoped. And, with the virus still surging, it’s hard to predict short-term or long-term fallout.And yet, we […]
Understanding Mental Health Problems in the Workplace
Studies indicate that a significant portion of the workforce struggles with mental health concerns; pre-COVID research showed the number eclipsed 20 percent, and it’s undoubtedly grown as the pandemic has increased rates of anxiety, stress, and depression.Such high figures may come as a surprise to many. The reason for this is simple: There remains a […]
