All Employee engagement articles – Page 36

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    Supplier article

    9 tips for giving constructive criticism at work

    2023-07-11T11:26:53Z

    Most of us have been on the receiving end of criticism at work – it’s one of those terrible feelings that takes a while to shake away. That’s why constructive criticism is most effective when it is delivered with kindness, respect and a genuine desire to help the other person ...

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    Analysis

    What can benefits technology tell an employer about its workforce?

    2023-07-11T05:00:31Z

    Need to know:Enriching benefits data with information from other sources can help employers create personalised benefit offerings.Low take-up rates do not always indicate a benefit is not popular: it may need an awareness or education campaign to boost engagement.Data enables organisations to take a more agile approach to benefits, adjusting ...

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    The Crucial Role of Benefits on Employee Retention

    2023-07-11T00:30:44Z

    Your staff forms the backbone of your company. A satisfied, committed workforce is the driving force behind pushing your business towards greater heights. Implementing the right employee benefits can be a powerful motivator for your staff, fostering their loyalty to your company.Ideally, your employees should grow in tandem with your ...

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    How to measure employee engagement

    2023-07-10T13:41:25Z

    In a business landscape where retaining top talent is becoming increasingly challenging, discovering a dependable method to gauge employee engagement is crucial. As individuals fundamental to your business, ensuring that your employees are satisfied and actively involved in their roles is paramount.The responsibility falls upon HR professionals to continually devise ...

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    Article

    Kearney hires global and European diversity, equity and inclusion director

    2023-07-10T08:00:25Z

    Global consultancy partnership Kearney has recruited Neil Griffiths as its new global and European diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) director.In this role, Griffiths will further shape and implement a comprehensive DEI strategy in alignment with Kearney’s values and goals. He will work closely with leadership and stakeholders across the organisation ...

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    7 of the most effective employee voice tools

    2023-07-07T12:40:05Z

    At its core, employee voice represents the collective power of diverse ideas, insights, and perspectives within an organisation.Tapping into that collective intelligence can give your organisation a significant edge over competitors and help to increase the wellbeing and satisfaction of your staff – but the trouble is – encouraging employees ...

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    Article

    Remote working most valued benefit for 94%

    2023-07-07T11:17:08Z

    More than nine in 10 (94%) employees rate working from home as the most important benefit to them because it increases their productivity and happiness, according to research by Business Name Generator.Its survey of more than 1,000 UK office-based workers, however, found that just 27% of respondents currently receive this ...

  • Tesco virtual GP service
    Article

    Tesco introduces virtual GP service and expands wellbeing support

    2023-07-07T10:38:56Z

    Supermarket chain Tesco has extended its wellbeing provision for its more than 300,000 UK employees and their families to include a virtual GP service.Through the service, which is provided by Yulife, front-line staff, managers and their immediate family living in the same household will be able to access unlimited appointments ...

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    Article

    UK workplace diversity and inclusion progress has stalled

    2023-07-06T10:58:19Z

    While many UK employers have increased their diversity and inclusion focus, progress on gender parity, age, socio-economic status and sexual orientation has stalled, according to new research.Alfa, Barclays, Britvic, Havas, KPMG, Lexis Nexis Risk Solutions, Pfizer, Royal Mail, Verizon, and Yahoo took part in Dial Global’s Diversity review 2023, which ...

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    Article

    Santander UK enhances family leave and becomes foster-friendly

    2023-07-06T10:22:57Z

    Financial services provider Santander UK has updated its internal family leave policy and received foster-friendly accreditation as part of its support of employees who plan to apply to be foster carers.As of this month, the bank now offers these members of staff up to 35 hours, or five days, of ...

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    Article

    Oxa hires new chief people officer

    2023-07-06T08:00:48Z

    Autonomous vehicle software developer Oxa has appointed Katy Goldwater as its new chief people officer, bolstering its growth as it scales globally this year.Joining Oxa’s senior leadership team, Goldwater will lead the firm’s people strategy, which includes recruitment, talent development, and organisational effectiveness. She will aim to deliver on Oxa's ...

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    Analysis

    How can employers support staff that also have full-time caring responsibilities?

    2023-07-06T05:00:51Z

    The Carer’s Leave Act will provide employees caring for a dependent with a long-term care need with one week of flexible unpaid leave a year.Flexibility around job positions, hours and locations, as well as promoting this in job adverts, is crucial to help recruitment and retention.Employee assistance programmes, financial assistance ...

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    Case Studies

    TSB establishes inclusive environment through carer support

    2023-07-06T05:00:28Z

    In order to offer valued support, retail banking organisation TSB initially set out to identify how many of its 5,000 UK employees are carers. In doing this, it discovered that around 10% have caring responsibilities and was able to establish a mutual acknowledgement between employees and managers about what help ...

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    Article

    Scottish museums and galleries staff required to receive living wage

    2023-07-05T10:58:36Z

    Museums Galleries Scotland (MGS) has introduced changes to funding criteria that will require all Scottish museums and galleries that want to apply for grants to pay all of their workers at least the real living wage.On 1 July, the funding and development body introduced two elements of the government’s guidelines ...

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    Article

    Trip.com Group introduces childcare subsidy

    2023-07-05T10:35:01Z

    Credit: Robert Way / Shutterstock.comGlobal travel service provider Trip.com Group has launched a childcare subsidy for all of its employees across the globe as of this month.Employees who have been in their roles for three years or more will receive an annual cash bonus of 10,000 Chinese Yuan (£1,086), or ...

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    Article

    Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust becomes menopause-friendly

    2023-07-05T10:12:44Z

    Central and North West London (CNWL) NHS Foundation Trust has received menopause-friendly accreditation as part of its commitment to offer a menopause education and to build a more inclusive culture.Established by Henpicked: Menopause in the Workplace, the accreditation is awarded to employers based on an assessment by an independent panel, ...

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    Opinion

    Laura Tracey: New guidance on reasonable adjustments for mental health

    2023-07-05T08:00:27Z

    Mental health problems are and continue to be a significant concern and employers have not only a moral, but a legal obligation to help protect and support employees who may be suffering from such issues.Employees may find mental health conditions difficult to talk about and even try to conceal them, ...

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    Article

    Future Workforce Alliance introduces digital workplace wellbeing charter

    2023-07-04T10:23:42Z

    Future Workforce Alliance, a bipartisan consortium of policymakers and sector leaders, has launched the European Charter for Digital Workplace Wellbeing.The charter has been signed by a group of 31 members of European Parliament (MEP), including MEP Drago? Pîslaru, chair of the European Parliament Committee on employment and social affairs, and ...

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    Article

    Holland and Barrett accredited as menopause-friendly employer

    2023-07-04T09:46:11Z

    Health and wellness retailer Holland and Barrett has received menopause-friendly employer accreditation as part of its commitment to creating a positive and inclusive working environment.Established by Henpicked: Menopause In The Workplace, employers receive accreditation following an assessment by an independent panel. They must demonstrate evidence of their effectiveness in the ...

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    WORKPLACE WELLBEING MADE SIMPLE: PART ONE

    2023-07-04T07:30:00Z

    Workplace wellbeing is essential for any business that wants to get the best from its people, make a genuine and positive impact, and secure its future. Search the term ‘employee wellbeing’, and you’ll be inundated with information. That’s why we’re simplifying workplace wellbeing across a two-part blog ...