No matter how robust your hiring process is, sometimes it happens. You go through the applicants as carefully as you can, you ask pointed, hard-hitting interview questions and then, the employee you ultimately select just doesn’t quite measure up for one reason or another. What do you do then? Tips on making new employees successful […]
Category: Office Life
Our Water Themed Morning Art
Water is soothing and relaxing. Even the simple act of looking at water can help bring your stress level down, and few would argue in this day and age that work isn’t stressful. Your employees work long hours, often staying late, taking work home with them, and even working while on vacation. Anything that can […]
Six Must-Have Motivational Posters For Your Office
Studies have shown that motivational posters hanging in your office has a tremendous positive impact on morale, giving it a tremendous ROI and making the modest investment money well spent. Below, you’ll find five of our best and most inspiring pieces: Life Is Inspirational Part of our Culture Builder series, this fun poster bears the […]
Under The Hood – Surprising Statistics About Employee Retention
“Your employees are your most valuable resource.” If you’ve heard the phrase once, you’ve heard it a thousand times. It’s so common that it’s almost a cliché. The thing about clichés though, is that they’re actually true! There have been hundreds of studies about employee retention, but because those studies aren’t very glamorous or exciting, […]
Looking For Great, Innovative Ways To Celebrate The 4th? They These Ideas
The Fourth of July is one of our most popular national holidays. It’s high summer, the atmosphere is festive, and everybody loves a party, so why not find ways to get in on the fun? It will thrill your employees and make you a hero for a day – what’s not to like about that? […]
Why The Open Office Really Isn't A Good Idea
The “open office” trend started a couple decades ago, and companies continue to flock to the idea, even to this day. On paper, the concept sounds fantastic. Nobody has ever been overly fond of the “cubicle farm,” and the open office concept was seen as the cure for this. Tear down the cube walls! Open […]
Celebrate Your Employees To Improve Morale
Even if you believe that employee morale is pretty good at your company, there’s always room for improvement. Happy employees are more productive employees, and let’s face it, nobody wants to feel like just a number or a cog in the proverbial wheel. They want to feel as though they matter. That they’re important to […]
Gift Ideas for Boss: Perfect Gifts for Any Occasion
If you want to make a great impression at work, giving your boss gifts that are thoughtful is a way to strengthen your relationship. The best gifts for boss perfectly fit whatever is being celebrated, whether it’s a work anniversary, retirement, or other occasion. You can make a boss gift even more meaningful by personalizing […]
Bosses Day is October 16th. Are you prepared?
Always Be Prepared for National Boss’s Day. Your boss plays one of the most important roles in your professional life. They help determine your career path, they can serve as a mentor, and they affect your engagement at work depending on the strength of your relationship. Every year, National Bosses Day gives professionals a chance […]
Is Motivational Art Important In The Workplace?
Decorating the walls with motivational art not only brightens up drab workspaces, it also increases productivity. Creativity and employee morale are often boosted simply by making the office more aesthetically pleasing. If you’ve noticed bare walls at work, then it’s the perfect time to add some stunning and eye-catching pieces. Successories not only has an […]