Awardco Writing Tips #1 Nothing can ruin your credibility in business writing quite like using improper spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Avoid those mistakes at all costs. Even if that cost is hiring a proofreader and providing them work benefits. Some people don't need a proofreader....
What do employee engagement numbers look like in 2018? According to Gallup’s State of the Global Workplace, only “15% of worldwide workers came to work today engaged and ready to maximize their performance.” As an employer or manager, that statistic should scare you. Why? Employee...
What makes coworkers great to work with? Besides sharing common interests, coworkers that genuinely display the below qualities are usually the people other people want to work with: Communicates well Is Cooperative Is an Active listener Takes blame Shares opinions Committs to the organizational mission...
Business growth and expansion is an important step for any business. Some aspects of an organization will change — e.g. employee headcount, office locations, vacation policies, recognition programs, etc. — and these changes are usually better for the future of your organization. However, it’s important...
The foundation of any business is its employees. Without motivated employees that work toward measurable goals, chances are your business will stagnate, and fail to grow or make a difference in your industry. In addition to having strong hiring and onboarding processes, upper management can...
In April of 2017, Amazon Founder and Chief Executive Officer Jeff Bezos made a strong statement to his shareholders: embrace the start-up culture. Known as the Day 1 Philosophy, it was created many years ago, back when Amazon was just getting started in the late...
As an employer in today’s business environment, you know the value of recognition and appreciation in the workplace. On a basic level, rewards and recognition programs help create positive company culture and keeps employees motivated and engaged at their jobs. On a higher level, rewards...
In a study conducted by BambooHR, 31 percent of those surveyed reported quitting a job within the first six months. Worse, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 3 million Americans quit their job each month. Why? What’s the underlying cause/causes of high employee...
On November 2, 2016, the Chicago Cubs broke the longest title drought in American professional sports when they defeated the Cleveland Indians 8-7 in Game 7 of the World Series. In addition to the front office (led by curse breaker Theo Epstein) and the on-field...
Wondering how effective your employee recognition programs are? You probably don’t have to venture too far to know if your employees feel valued and appreciated. Nowadays, a quick employee survey will give you a clear understanding if your employees feel engaged and valued at their...