Ice-breaking sessions, often termed as ‘watercooler conversations’ in a physical workspace, are a fun, friendly, and fantastic team-building activity. They typically serve as lighthearted and amusing conversation starters to engage members in socializing and engagement, fostering a sense of camaraderie and unity. What’s great is that you can reap all the benefits of these icebreakers…
So far, 2023 is looking like it could eclipse last year as being the new Year of the Layoff. The economic outlook for 2023 isn’t great: the Federal Reserve is debating driving up already-high interest rates, and previously profitable sectors of the economy such as technology are taking large financial hits, not to mention the…
Pulse survey tools, particularly within platforms like Slack and Microsoft Teams, are effective for collecting feedback from employees on various aspects of their work environment, including their engagement levels, job satisfaction, and workplace culture. Harnessing the power of these popular communication tools, Pulse surveys are quickly becoming an integral part of many organizations’ engagement strategy.…
Layoffs are an unfortunate but sometimes necessary aspect of running a business, particularly during the pandemic, and can be seen as a strategy to maintain profitability. While the employees who are let go face obvious challenges, the impact of layoffs on the remaining workforce is often overlooked. The ripple effects can be felt across various…
We’ve all likely heard after the pandemic that remote work or hybrid work is “the new normal” or that it’s the way of the future. The increasing shift towards remote and hybrid teams is transforming how we work and interact. It’s completely disrupted traditional workflows and processes, creating a shift that has opened up opportunities…
As the future of work unfolds, remote work has firmly established itself as a permanent fixture, with Global Workplace Analytics estimating that up to 56% of workers could work from home if businesses allowed it. Although productivity levels in remote work environments have been satisfactory for both employees and managers, there is still room for…
The Future of Work has become a popular topic in recent years, with many discussions centering around the evolving landscape of human capital management. A significant shift in this field is the transition from traditional Human Resources (HR) to People Operations (People Ops). Human Resources and People Operations are two related, but distinct fields in…
If you’re constantly searching for ways to improve workplace efficiency and team collaboration, our virtual coffee app, LEAD.bot, now has an innovative feature you won’t want to miss. LEAD.bot, specifically designed for Microsoft Teams, brings a whole new level of convenience with its recently introduced calendar integration. This feature takes the hassle out of scheduling…
Were you aware that employees who are content with their company culture and workplace are more likely to remain with their employer and complete tasks efficiently? Over the past few years, many organizations have had to shift from on-site to remote work, resulting in challenges related to social interaction within the company. Maintaining a sense…