It doesn’t matter how great your tech stack is or how many cloud-based solutions you throw at the problem—if your internal communication is off, your remote or hybrid team will feel it. And not just in obvious ways like missed deadlines or duplicate work. It creeps in subtly: people hesitating to speak up, team members drifting out of sync, or …
Leveraging Your Benefits Offerings to Help Your Business Bring in More Qualified Talent
To attract top-tier talent to your organization, it’s important to keep things in perspective. While most people are on the hunt for employers willing to pay them a fair or competitive salary, this isn’t the only way to attract new interest. Many potential job candidates are also looking for businesses that are going to recognize the full value that they …
Unity in Action: Crafting Collaborative Cultures in Small Settings
Cultivating a collaborative culture in a small business can dramatically increase productivity and foster innovation. A cohesive team communicating effectively is more adept at navigating challenges and creates a more fulfilling workplace. This article from Jamie Turner provides seven critical strategies for enhancing teamwork in your small business. By implementing these practices, you can ensure your team works harmoniously, propelling …
Does Your Culture Have a Name?
By Dr. Sam Adeyemi 6 Simple Steps to a Values-Driven Workplace Your workplace culture should be so much more than noticeable. It should wear a name tag and define your organization to the industry. A working environment is the product of one thing: organizational values. That said, companies with thriving workplace culture have a positive outlook on the future, and …
Have You Considered Using Video to Educate Employees About Benefits?
By Frank Mengert As we navigate through the digital era, it’s clear why a growing number of employees prefer interactive communication methods. Digital dependency among workers is one reason why conventional methods of disseminating information about employer-sponsored benefits might not capture their attention. Today, numerous organizations have shifted towards more innovative and engaging strategies to digest important details about benefits …
7 Common Sense Ways You Can Build a High-Performing Team in Your Office.
There’s a common statement in business that says, “Eventually, all products gravitate to commoditization.” In other words, most products become “me too” products over time. If you’re selling a hammer or toothpaste or light switches, eventually all the players in that industry have very similar products. This can be a challenge because it makes it harder and harder to sell …
A Guide on Goal Setting and Accountability for Remote Workers
By Shiela Mie Legaspi, President — Cyberbacker The workplace has changed forever in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, and more teams include remote members than ever. According to statistics, 27 percent of American workers occupy remote positions and projections suggest that 36.2 million Americans will serve in remote roles by 2025. In the traditional in-person workplace, seeing someone sitting …
Best and Worst Ways Companies Handled Crises in 2023
By Thomas Mustac, Publicist — Otter PR Whether within a business or on a global scale, a crisis can be a defining moment for any business. How they handle said crises can make or break the organization. We live in a digital age where every crisis — and every response — is broadcast through social media, often in real-time. As …
People, Not Pixels: Crafting an Unmatched Remote Work Culture
By Craig Goodliffe, CEO & Founder — Cyberbacker In the wake of a transformative shift towards remote work, the landscape of the traditional office has undergone a profound metamorphosis. Beyond the pixels that fill our screens lies a deeper narrative woven with the aspirations, well-being, and growth of the individuals working within this digital realm. As organizations navigate the intricacies …
Want your team to execute better? Get Personal.
By Grayson James When I talk with leaders about their teams’ execution, I hear two common perspectives: What I’ll call the Rational View and the Enigmatic View. The Rational View sees execution as a straightforward process that begins with a clear articulation of an objective and is followed by the planning and then the actions needed to achieve the objective. In this view, …