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When workers are demotivated, they’ll fall back on doing the absolute bare minimum. They may be mostly doing their job, but they likely aren’t doing it well and they don’t really care anymore. That kind of disengagement has an insidious long-term effect that goes beyond the individual employee. I...
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Do You Want to Improve? Ask Others How
4/24/2023
In the professional field, I’ve started to get earnest about asking for more hard feedback from colleagues. The kind of information you hear when you ask people, “tell me what you really think.” “Don’t hold back.” I mean, I've been asking many people for this kind of feedback, lately. It’s addict... -
In Praise of Public Listening
2/14/2023
I’m not always the best listener. This stems partially from growing up in a family where communication took the form of overlapping conversations taking place and free reign people had in interrupting or talking over one another. -
Forming personal connections at work might seem like a minefield in the modern world, but research shows it’s crucial to ensuring employees feel engaged and supported. Keep this list of workplace-friendly topics at the ready.
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Workers want leaders who get what is going on. Clued-in leaders not only command the respect of employees but are better able to make smart decisions.
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When employees clearly understand how their contributions benefit the organization – and the people they serve – they are motivated by a lot more than a paycheck or perks.
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It is important to reject the notion that people are motivated purely by money. More important is how people are treated and whether they feel genuinely appreciated.
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At its core, flex work makes it easier for employees to achieve a better work-life balance. Recommendations to consider when adopting workplace flexibility best practices.
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As a job seeker, it’s easy to zero in on pay, benefits, and even work-life balance. But don’t skip what may be the most important step of the process. Read on to discover more!
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Six winners were honored during the 2021 Star Nurses celebration and were named Nightingale Award winners. We are proud to honor them. Congratulations to Erin Reynolds!
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What distinguishes a Top Workplace from an average one? The truth is, there is no single practice, no one-size-fits-all solution for achieving great results.
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The new year is often crowded with lots of priorities. And as a result, attention to the employee experience gets lost in the shuffle. Read on to see how to address it....
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Field for job candidates just got bigger
1/12/2021
The coronavirus pandemic has created disruption and innovation in the workplace, which are likely to lead to a wider search for skilled workers across the country. -
Before you know it, you will be in the New Year Scramble. Top leadership needs to direct the team on what goals each person and department will be working toward. Read on to see how.....
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In the world of work, it’s often customary to offer a gift of thanks to team members. These are nice gestures, but when it comes to employee recognition, something personal can be more meaningful.
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Six ways to improve company culture
10/6/2020
Company culture is a powerful force that can attract top talent, boost retention, and provide the competitive edge needed for exceptional growth. -
Six winners were honored during the inaugural Star Nurses celebration and were named Nightingale Award winners. We are proud to honor them. Congratulations to Sarah Rose!
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Company values create a powerful declaration of your intentions for your organization’s culture. Values going right keep your organization moving forward, but issues with values can become very visible very fast.
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Remote Workers Depend On Collaboration
6/23/2020
Communication and collaboration are more important than ever. Many of us are now working from home, using technology in new ways. Draw on these six ideas: -
Potential is a huge motivator for most employees. It also ranks high in importance in workplace culture.