The pandemic has created a new working world, one that’s more open than ever before. Remote work is a big part of that new environment. And while this may be true, there are some downsides to working remotely. In particular, a sudden disruption to the feedback loop — and a hidden professional penalty for remote…
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…
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…
As we enter into 2023, the lingering effects of the pandemic continue to impact businesses across industries. Layoffs have become a common reality for many companies and the situation has created a lot of uncertainty and confusion for management teams. While the future may be looking brighter for some, the challenges of layoffs continue to…
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, effective collaboration, open communication, and strategic networking have become essential drivers of organizational success. Nowhere is this more evident than in the growing trend of virtual coffee meetings—informal, digital touchpoints designed to foster connection and camaraderie in remote and hybrid work environments. Yet, behind the seemingly casual chatter and…
Traditional people management models, characterized by a hierarchical structure, centralized decision-making, control-focused practices, minimal employee involvement, and infrequent use of metrics and data, are rapidly becoming outdated. In the fast-paced, continuously evolving business landscape of today, such methods can potentially curb flexibility, stifle innovation, and more crucially, diminish employee engagement, which is key to overall…
In today’s remote and hybrid work environments, employee collaboration is crucial. HR professionals turn to LEAD, a cutting-edge virtual coffee app within Slack, as the preferred software for fostering meaningful human connections and workplace friendships. LEAD’s latest features allow organizations to refine their employee connection programs, which in turn enhances employee retention, productivity, and collaboration.…
In the current climate of remote and hybrid work, employee collaboration has never been more crucial. Human Resources professionals are turning to LEAD.bot, a leading employee engagement software that goes beyond a simple virtual coffee app, now available on Microsoft Teams. LEAD.bot is designed to foster meaningful human connections and establish strong internal bonds at…