If you’re in charge of buying holiday gifts for your employees, you may face a seemingly insurmountable problem. You will understandably want those gifts to feel personal, but also something where you don’t have to spend a lot of time buying an individual gift for five, 10, 20 or more people. You will also want […]
Category: Employee Recognition
Recognition That Makes People Stay
You know how people say employees leave managers, not companies? That’s mostly true, but honestly, it goes deeper than that. A lot of folks don’t leave for the money or the perks. They leave because they start feeling invisible. And that’s the part leaders sometimes miss. Gallup and Workhuman have been digging into this for […]
Leading Through Uncertainty: Why Recognition is the Cure for Workplace Anxiety
Layoffs. AI taking jobs. Inflation. Trade wars.It’s no wonder so many employees today feel anxious, drained, and disengaged. Gallup data published in April revealed a sobering truth: only 21% of employees worldwide are engaged at work, down from the previous year. The steepest drop came from managers under 35—the very people tasked with bridging leadership […]
When AI Turns Into Your Desk Buddy (and Why That’s a Problem)
AI tools, whether it’s ChatGPT, Claude, or Replika, are no longer just task crunchers. They’re becoming pseudo‑coworkers. People are naming them (“Deborah,” “Claude”), thanking them, venting to them, all of which are signs of emotional reliance. But here’s the catch: psychologists like Laura Greve warn that slipping into a routine of AI companionship can lead […]
Why Engaged Managers Matter More Than You Think
We talk a lot about employee engagement. About quiet quitting. About burnout. But too often, the conversation skips over one of the biggest drivers of all three: management. The truth is simple. Engaged teams don’t happen by accident. They happen when they’re led by managers who are present, empowered, and emotionally invested in their people. […]
10 Tips for Becoming a Recognition Pro
Ever wonder why some workplaces feel vibrant, energized, and motivated? Why some companies are simply a joy to work for? It’s usually because they’re powered by consistent and meaningful employee recognition. Recognition isn’t just a nice gesture—it’s the backbone of a motivated, productive, and loyal workforce. Ready to turn recognition into action? Consider elevating your […]
Revenge Quitting: The Explosive Exit That’s Disrupting Workplaces
Workplace dissatisfaction isn’t new. But the way employees are choosing to handle it? That’s evolving, and fast. First, we had the Great Resignation, where workers left in droves for better opportunities. Then came Resenteeism, where employees stuck around, simmering in silent frustration. Now? We’ve got Revenge Quitting, and it’s a nightmare for HR. Employees aren’t […]
Why Soft Quitting Could be Be a Bigger Concern Than Quiet Quitting for Business Owners
Employee engagement is critical to the long-term success of any business, especially small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that often rely on lean teams and collaborative efforts. Recently, two workplace trends have sparked significant discussion among business leaders: Quiet Quitting and Soft Quitting. While both signal deeper issues in workplace culture, understanding the distinctions that make […]
Return of the Great Resignation: Work Exodus in 2025
The term “Great Resignation” first dominated headlines in 2021, capturing the wave of employees leaving their jobs in search of better opportunities, flexibility, and fulfillment. Fast forward to 2025, and the phenomenon has returned with renewed force. As economic uncertainty lingers and workplace dissatisfaction grows, businesses find themselves grappling with yet another exodus of talent. […]
Managers Must Be Careful When Offering “Dry” Promotions!
Even if you’re not familiar with the term, you’re undoubtedly familiar with a practice. Given the current makeup of today’s workforce, most of the Dry Promotions being offered are being offered to Gen Z and Millennials, the younger segment of the workforce, and some of the offers are being accepted. What is a Dry Promotion? A […]