September is Suicide Prevention Month: You Can Make a Difference
Every September, people across the country come together for Suicide Prevention Month—a time to speak up, share hope, and show people they’re not alone. As the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) explains, this month is all about raising awareness, spreading help, and inspiring real action around one of the most urgent issues in mental […]
Boosting Employee Wellness Through Nature: How to Encourage Outdoor Time at Work
In today’s fast-paced work environment, companies are increasingly focused on nurturing healthier and happier employees. One impactful strategy is to encourage team members to immerse themselves in the great outdoors this Spring. Being surrounded by nature’s refreshing sights and sounds can uplift spirits, alleviate stress, and replenish energy for a more vibrant workplace. What Does […]
Combating Workplace Loneliness: Real Ways to Help Employees Feel Connected
I had never heard the term “chronic loneliness” until COVID-19 changed our world. Even though the feelings aren’t new, Professor John Cacioppo helped us better understand it in 2008 in his book Loneliness: Human Nature and the Need for Social Connection. Now, loneliness at work is getting a lot of attention, and for good reason. […]
Ghosting Job Applicants is Bad for Business
By Kimberly Kafafian I am mindful that I sit on this side of the desk. We review hundreds of resumes each year, so we see firsthand how much work is involved in the pre-employment phase of the employee lifecycle. That being said, one of my loved ones is changing careers. Each time a recruiter connects […]
Lack of Trust in the Workplace Can Impact the Bottom Line
By Kimberly Kafafian You’ve heard the saying, “A business is only as good as its people.” While this usually connotes skills, it also relates to how well your employees work as a team, which requires trust among every member from the top down and bottom up. Lack of trust can negatively affect productivity, create […]