Human Resources 411™

Experiencing stress at work is normal, but what happens when that stress becomes overwhelming? When employees are under constant stress, burnout is just around the corner, and attrition can soon follow. According to a report from Visier, 89% of employees stated they were experiencing burnout. And offering more vacation...

It seems like every company is racing for the highest productivity levels. After all, how else are we supposed to stay competitive in today’s market? But employee productivity isn’t as easy as snapping your fingers and watching the numbers go up. Research has shown that, time and time again,...

Any business can agree that there is no place for discrimination in the workplace. However, that doesn’t mean that these instances suddenly never occur. In 2024, the EEOC filed approximately 110 discrimination lawsuits. Among these, one of the most common bases for a discrimination lawsuit (a total of 43...

Leadership isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach, and that means the same goes for leadership development. One survey from Axonify revealed that workers are not only more likely to prefer training that is easy to complete and understand but also 91% are looking for their training programs to be “personalized and...

The hybrid model is becoming the norm in many organizations, and leadership styles are having to shift in order to meet employees where they’re at—including those working remotely. These hybrid formats offer flexibility and improved work-life balance, but they also come with challenges in maintaining employee trust, motivation, and...

Recruiting employees is a difficult enough battle, but it is only half the battle. With multiple factors at play affecting employee satisfaction and turnover, HR leaders must stay on top of workplace culture to retain their talented employees—or else risk losing them to competitors. Research has shown that employees want...

Managing to keep employees during times of normalcy is the best-case scenario for any company. It’s when things start to change that retaining employees becomes more difficult. Factors such as overworking, burnout, and a lack of communication could all be at play when change occurs. It’s critical for HR...

SPARK HR 2025 is a must-attend event dedicated to helping HR professionals address the challenges of employee engagement, retention, and manager development in today’s fast-paced workplace. With Gallup research indicating that nearly half of employees are disengaged, this conference equips attendees with actionable strategies and tools to foster a...