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Younger workers are needed to shore up shrinking labor force, EBRI says
The age of the labor force will play an important role in companies’ workforce development in coming years, the institute noted. By Carolyn Crist Listen to the article3 min The share of workers in the U.S. labor force who are “prime working age” (ages 25-64) has significantly fallen since the mid-1990s, and older workers now make up a…
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You are not alone: Gallup reports 20% of workers are lonely
New Gallup data shows that workplace loneliness is on the rise and likely impacting the wellbeing, engagement and performance levels of employees. Some organisations may see this as an excuse to jump on the ‘return to office’ bandwagon, but confronting this issue will require a far more culture-enriching, data-informed approach. Work today is not only…
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Are you instigating fear in the workplace?
Many leaders acknowledge that fear is increasingly being seen in the workplace, due to financial concerns, global instability and issues around exclusion, but other leaders may themselves be the instigators of fear. If you find yourself dreading the upcoming workweek, rest assured, you’re not alone. According to a survey conducted by LiveCareer of over 1,000 people in…
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Why coaching is the answer to everything.
Organisations today grapple with an ever-changing environment, hybrid and flexible working, multi-generational diverse workforces and growing levels of stress and burnout. Could coaching be the answer to all of these complexities? “The best organizations hire managers with a talent for engaging their teams, and they train their managers into effective coaches who consistently deliver meaningful…
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DEI success ultimately stems from strong CEO leadership, survey indicates
While acknowledging the increased pushback regarding DEI programs, Black executives noted the importance of sustaining their initiatives. By Carolyn Crist Listen to the article4 min CEO leadership is crucial for success with diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, according to a June 5 report from The Executive Leadership Council, meaning leaders must regularly communicate with workers about the links between DEI initiatives…
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Older workers make up more of the workforce, EBRI says
Employers need to understand the changing demographic characteristics of the older workforce to better design employee benefit plans, an EBRI director said. Caroline Colvin, Reporter Nearly 4 in 10 workers said that having a post-retirement job would help them stick to a routine, along with keeping their body and mind active, according to a report…
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How fostering DEI can improve safety and reduce workplace injury risks
Thinking about workplace design can help accommodate workers with different abilities, body types and cultural preferences, according to the National Safety Council. By Carolyn Crist Listen to the article4 min Workplace injury prevention programs that incorporate diversity, equity and inclusion principles can reduce worker risks and create a culture of safety, according to a June 10 report from…
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SHRM24 – DEI faces ‘delicate and uncomfortable environment,’ SHRM panelists saySHRM24 –
Backlash bolstered by the U.S. Supreme Court’s college admissions decision is seemingly in tension with diversity’s business case and the country’s shifting dynamics, speakers observed. By Laurel Kalser, Contributor Listen to the article5 min The past few years have brought radical changes to the employment landscape, and among them is last year’s U.S. Supreme Court decision…
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SHRM24 – Why employees resist welcoming trans co-workers
Ben Greene spoke to a SHRM audience about the barriers to trans inclusion in the workplace. Caroline Colvin, Reporter Listen to the article7 min Since the advent of work, humans have struggled with workplace conflict. Particularly since Donald Trump’s election, American HR professionals have dealt with the repercussions of a polarized political climate. “It can feel…
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