Workers in the U.S. are running in place — feeling stuck in jobs with dimmed prospects of advancement and seeing fewer opportunities to jump ship for something better. Why it matters: It’s a sharp contrast to the heady days of 2022 — when employees were quitting their jobs at record high rates, open roles proliferated and the possibility of a higher paycheck always seemed just around the corner. The big picture: Employers are sitting tight, says…
Archives for November 21, 2024
EEOC lawsuits are down in 2024: Here’s what this means for employers
EEOC lawsuits decreased by 24% compared to the previous year, marking one of the lowest numbers of suits filed in nearly three decades.
Alarming new findings on workplace success for women
A new study about Texas women in the workforce is raising red flags. NBC 5’s Larry Collins has the details.
‘Employers aren’t responsible for my retirement,’ say most (75%) employees
As more U.S. households gain confidence in investing, they’re becoming more self-reliant in making financial decisions, according to new research from Hearts & Wallets.
Wakeup Call for HR: Employees Trust AI More Than They Trust You
Surprisingly, over half of employees surveyed trust AI more than they trust HR. A bullish message for AI and a wakeup call for management.
Labor’s Resurgence Can Continue Despite Trump
This piece was originally published by Labor Politics.
Does Trump’s re-election mean that the US labor resurgence is over? Not necessarily.
It’s true that the new administration is preparing major attacks against workers and the labor movement. And many union leaders will assume that the most we can hope for
Don’t Fall For These 4 Managerial Time Wasters
While having routine meetings, maintaining a schedule of one-on-one conversations, and staying on top of email are indeed important, it’s the details that matter.
The War on Remote Work
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), headed by Elon Musk, is introducing new initiatives targeting remote work. And companies are doing the same.
4 Ways To Enhance Self-Awareness And Empathy At Work
Success isn’t just about skills—self-awareness and empathy drive collaboration and growth. Build a stronger workplace culture with these essential traits!
The Starter 401(k) plan is empowering hourly workers
The new(ish) plan allows many who didn’t have access to a workplace plan to save for retirement for the first time.
Overbooked schedules have become a workplace status symbol
Why do so many of us carry an odd sense of pride about having an exhausting schedule full of back-to-back meetings?
More Large U.S. Employer Health Plans Covering Weight-Loss Drugs
A survey by consulting firm Mercer shows that close to half of U.S. companies with more than 500 employees now cover drugs such as Wegovy, Ozempic, and Zepbound.
Are Return-To-Office Mandates About Efficiency Or Cutting Costs?
The Department of Government Efficiency headed by Elon Musk, is introducing new initiatives targeting remote work. And companies are doing the same.
When Expressing Gratitude to Employees, Timing Matters
Extensive research has indicated the benefits of showing gratitude to those around you, including your colleagues or employees. However, a new study suggests that the timing of these expressions can make a big difference. Through two experiments and an analysis of a top hospital’s intensive care units, researchers found that when you express gratitude to others before they engage in a distressing task it helps counteract some of the negative emotions associated with the task. Expressing gratitude early also makes employees more likely to persist through difficulty and bounce back and be resilient following failure. The authors suggests ways to show gratitude meaningfully and create a culture where your employees feel their work is seen, supported, and valued.
I worked with Steve Jobs. Here’s what he’d say about today’s leadership style
Many of today’s leaders seem to have embraced the more dangerous traits of Steve Jobs without balancing them with his better qualities.