#employee-satisfaction
#employee-satisfaction

Law

Simpson Thacher's Gift To Associates Goes Over Like A Lead Balloon

Associates were irked by Simpson Thacher & Bartlett's sleep-themed gifts reflecting work-life struggles in Biglaw.

Recognition of importance of sleep in Biglaw must go beyond just symbolic gestures like sleep-themed gifts. [ more ]

Silicon Canals

Global Life-Work Balance Index: Europe leads the way in this Remote study

Europe leads in work-life balance

Life-work balance prioritizes personal life over work [ more ]

Washington Post

No, office mandates don't help companies make more money, study finds

U.S. employers are struggling to get employees back to the office after the pandemic.

An office mandate may make workers less satisfied with their jobs and work-life balance. [ more ]

Bloomberg

Privacy technologies

Bloomberg

Workplace burnout is a growing concern for employees and organizations

Companies can mitigate workplace burnout by promoting employee well-being [ more ]

morework-life-balance

remote-work

eLearning Industry

1 week ago

Is In-Person Work Dead? How To Gain Employee Satisfaction When Returning To The Office

Insights on balancing autonomy with face-to-face collaboration in hybrid work models [ more ]

Fast Company

1 week ago

The end of work spouses and office besties: Why now, more than ever, work is not your family

The importance of office friendships for job satisfaction, loyalty, and productivity is highlighted, even as remote work erodes these relationships. [ more ]

Remotive Blog

2 weeks ago

[Newsletter] Working From Home Isn't Going Away

Remote work is here to stay despite CEO preferences. [ more ]

Forbes

5 Strategies For Making Your Office Space The Ultimate Employee Destination

Working remotely can increase productivity and save money, while working in person promotes spontaneous ideas and strong team bonds.

Creating community spaces, allowing personalization, and incorporating natural elements can elevate office spaces and enhance employee well-being. [ more ]

Fox Business

Remote workers are living increasingly further from their main offices, study finds

Employees living further from offices post-pandemic

High earners driving increased distance between homes and offices

Remote work is a long-lasting legacy of the pandemic. [ more ]

Opelika-Auburn News

Careers Now: Is a hybrid work environment for you?

Hybrid work combines office and remote work.

Flexibility, organizational skills crucial for hybrid work. [ more ]

Exchangewire

Kevel Certified as a Most Loved Workplace

Kevel became certified as a Most Loved Workplace® by Best Practice Institute, valuing respect, transparency, and employee feedback. [ more ]

Forbes

Rethinking The Return: Why The Office Isn't The Answer For Today's Leaders

RTO mandates haven't improved organizational performance compared to hybrid working models.

Employee satisfaction declines with RTO orders and has no tangible impact on profitability. [ more ]

The Globe and Mail

How to get people to actually enjoy being in the office

Employees have mixed feelings about returning to the office full-time, with one third willing to comply, another third considering looking for another job, and 21% willing to quit.

Employers need to revamp their office design to provide choices and flexibility that mimic the work-from-home experience. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

How Leaders Can Cultivate Happiness in the Workplace | Entrepreneur

Progressive tactics prioritize workplace happiness and productivity through inclusive activities and supportive environments. [ more ]

Forbes Advisor

Privacy professionals

Internet Surveillance in the Workplace: 43% report having their online activity monitored in 2024

31% of workers feel positive impact on job satisfaction from online monitoring.

36% of employees perceive surveillance as negatively affecting job satisfaction. [ more ]

Calm Sage - Your Guide to Mental and Emotional Well-being

Emotional Culture At Work: The Most Needed Culture To Work Positively!

Emotional culture can create a stress-free working environment.

Emotional culture encourages positive attitudes, values, and emotions at the workplace. [ more ]

eLearning Industry

25+ Best Employee Engagement Survey Questions For 2024

Surveys are effective for assessing employee engagement levels by providing insights into satisfaction, alignment with company goals, and connections with peers.

Types of questions in an employee engagement survey include Employee Engagement Index Questions, LEAD questions (Leadership, Enablement, Alignment, Development), and Company Confidence Questions. [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Blue Monday: Are we the unhappiest we've ever been at work?

59% of employees do not regularly feel joy and satisfaction at work.

Only 61% of employees feel they can bring their whole selves to work. [ more ]

moreworkplace-culture

TechRadar

6 days ago

Many companies still don't have the proper tech to support hybrid working

Companies are lacking in providing adequate digital equipment for effective hybrid working setups. [ more ]

FEDweek

What is the Future for Telework and Remote Work Opportunities in the Federal Government in 2024?

Over 90% of federal employees find their current work schedule productive and satisfying.

Despite the push for a more in-person work environment, many federal employees and unions advocate for the benefits of telework. [ more ]

Axios

The return-to-office wars are over

Only 6 out of 158 U.S. CEOs plan to bring workers back to the office full-time in 2024.

Hybrid work arrangements are becoming the norm for knowledge workers. [ more ]

WPXI

5 months ago

New incentives could boost satisfaction with in-person work, but few employers are making changes

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way people work, with many companies shifting to remote work.

Retaining employees who don't want to work in person is a challenge for companies.

Only 13% of employers have implemented new incentives to satisfy employees who don't want to work in the office. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

5 months ago

3 Ways Business Leaders Can Balance Company Needs and Employee Satisfaction | Entrepreneur

The business landscape has shifted from an employee-focused market to an employer-focused market.

Many organizations have reverted to more traditional models focused on profit margins, leading to mass layoffs.

Companies are reevaluating their strategies and trimming benefits amid economic uncertainty. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

European startups

Here Are the Best Startup Employers in America: Report | Entrepreneur

Startups ranked based on criteria like culture, employee satisfaction, and growth.

Top startups include ONE in Michigan and Coalition in San Francisco. [ more ]

Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

What Makes a Good Leader? Competence in the Field, Say Employees - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Good leaders demonstrate expertise in the work they oversee.

Employees value leadership tied to bosses' understanding of their work. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

Is Your Leadership Team Failing Your Employees? | Entrepreneur

Poor leadership is a major factor contributing to employee dissatisfaction.

Empowering and supportive leadership leads to higher employee satisfaction and well-being. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

Top 10 Big U.S. Companies to Work for in 2024 Based on Perks | Entrepreneur

Consider more than just salary when evaluating a career change.

Flexible work options and good relationships with management are key factors for employee satisfaction. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

Executive Coach Reveals the 6 Most Effective Leadership Styles | Entrepreneur

Leadership is crucial in today's workforce where employees have more options and are willing to leave if they are not satisfied with the culture or leadership.

Finding your leadership style is essential in order to effectively lead and retain top talent. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

4 months ago

This Study Shows Employee Happiness Has Hit a New Low | Entrepreneur

Employee happiness has steadily declined at a rate of 6% from the beginning of 2020 through the present.

Volatility in employee satisfaction scores is decreasing, indicating that employees are accepting poor workplace morale and unhappiness. [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

4 months ago

Millions of workers are considering a second job in the New Year due to rising costs and high interest rates

14% of employees are considering a second job to cover rising costs

34% of employees are currently considering moving jobs [ more ]

DevOps.com