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. […]
Mental Health Discrimination in the Workplace
Stopping the Stigma and Increasing Support By Kimberly Kafafian If there was one good thing to come out of COVID, it was how it shone a light on mental health at work. Stress, fear, and anxiety pervaded our world. There is an epidemic of loneliness and sadness. The height of COVID served as the […]
PTO and the Holidays: What You Need to Know
By Kimberly Kafafian The holidays are a busy time of year. For employees, there’s the shopping, wrapping, prepping for family celebrations, baking, and more. It’s no wonder December is such a popular month for workers to want to utilize their paid time off (PTO). Companies have their own hectic schedules during this time, with […]
The Difference Between Floating Holiday and PTO
By Kimberly Kafafian As we enter the end of the year and many workers try to use, rather than lose, their paid time off (PTO), it’s the perfect time to address the difference between PTO and floating holidays. While both are forms of paid leave, it’s important to know the distinction between the two […]
How to Deal with End of the Year Burnout
By Kimberly Kafafian If you’re living in a state of overwhelm during the month of December, you’re not alone. Although the holiday classic claims it’s the most wonderful time of the year, for many people it’s extremely stressful and anxiety-ridden. You’re juggling work duties, holiday to-do’s, normal responsibilities, end of year deadlines, and a jam-packed […]