Safety is a crucial element in warehouses, manufacturing plants and other industries throughout the United States – and no time is a better time to be reminded of this than June, National Safety Month. Strong safety records maximize productivity and worker loyalty at the same time. Many safety standards and reminders are communicated both to… Read More »
Ever wonder if your company values you and your contribution? It can make the difference between being happy where you are and beginning to actively search for a new job where they will appreciate you. Here are four things that let you know you are valued. They Appreciate You Most employers, if asked, would say… Read More »
Warehouse jobs are expected to grow at a rate higher than the average growth rate for other jobs through 2026 – 7% per year. Warehouses are large buildings where products and equipment are stored, often for shipment around the country and the world. But what does a warehouse associate do every day? Read on to find out… Read More »
Employee retention can be highly valuable to your business. It can take from two to three times an employee’s salary to replace them, factoring in employee search, interviewing, and training a new employee. In the meantime, the productivity of departments and companies can be severely affected by being down in headcount. It stands to reason, then, that… Read More »
People engage in hobbies for all sorts of reasons, such as intrinsic enjoyment and getting together for a social event with like-minded people. But whether your hobby is playing guitar or knitting scarves, hobbies have benefits for your life in general, outside of work. Hobbies Benefit Your Mental Health Work and life, in general,… Read More »
Roughly 40% of workers in the U.S. report that they have been bullied in the workplace. Even more, upwards of 60%, have seen instances of abuse. The net result is that bullying is an issue in workplaces throughout the country. Bullying can cause stress, negatively impact teamwork and productivity, and even cause good employees to leave… Read More »
Ever wonder why safety in the workplace has to be created and maintained? At times, it may seem like the costs in terms of time, equipment, education, and maintenance activities might outweigh the benefits. Believe us; they don’t. Here are four ways that a safe workplace adds value to an organization. Improving Morale The fact is, no employee wants to feel… Read More »
Sexual harassment has been in the news a great deal over the past several years. Your Human Resources Department and your employees must know how to handle sexual harassment appropriately by taking the following steps. Establish Policies and Procedures It’s highly relevant to establish your policies against sexual harassment upfront. Define it and establish a no-tolerance… Read More »
Summer is a beautiful time of year. But it’s beauty can make it hard for your team to focus at work. The weather beckons. Children are out of school. Let’s face it, even adults keep the school-age focus on summer as a “different” time of year: one that’s more leisurely, with plenty of time for… Read More »
Time management is crucially important. Without good time management practices, you are unlikely to achieve goals. You are unlikely to lead effectively. Your success becomes further out of reach because you are in a competition with yourself for precious time. There are only 24 hours each day of it! Here are five best practices in… Read More »