News – Page 43
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ArticleHow to motivate carers in the workplace
Need to know:Providing flexibility is one of the most effective ways of retaining and motivating carers in the workplace.Line-manager training is essential to ensure that direct managers understand the different ways in which they can support carers.Internal networks or peer-support groups can help individuals in similar circumstances to connect across ...
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ArticleLouise’s lowdown: Employee benefits are a key component in supporting fuller working lives
In February 2017, the government published its Fuller working lives: a partnership approach report, outlining its strategy to encourage individuals over the age of 50 to remain in work. This includes partnering with employers to better support people to stay in work for longer or to re-enter the workforce, whether ...
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ArticleGeneration Y leaders need a compelling employee value proposition in today's workplace
EB Connect 2017: Future workplaces will be vastly different to today as generation Y employees require innovative ways of working, according to Adam Kingl (pictured), executive director of thought leadership at the London Business School.Addressing delegates in the opening keynote session at the 6th annual Employee Benefits Connect, Kingl explained ...
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ArticleEXCLUSIVE: Moneypenny to discuss talent management at Employee Benefits Connect 2017
EXCLUSIVE: Telephone and switchboard organisation Moneypenny will provide insight on adopting a successful talent management approach at Employee Benefits Connect 2017.Rachel Clacher (pictured), director at Moneypenny, which ranked fourth in the Sunday Times' 100 Best Companies List 2017, will lead a session titled ‘Putting people first: the importance of being ...
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ArticleEXCLUSIVE: Explore the evolving role and purpose of recognition at Employee Benefits Connect 2017
EXCLUSIVE: Delegates at Employee Benefits Connect 2017 can gain insight into how the changing workplace and technology are shaping future recognition programmes, as well as how recognition will drive performance and talent management.Jamie King (pictured), director of global rewards at Xexec, will present a session titled ‘Delivering value in recognition ...
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Article47% cite pay and remuneration as their biggest motivator at work
Almost half (47%) of European respondents cite pay and remuneration as their biggest motivator at work, according to research by HR management software and services organisation ADP.The workforce view in Europe 2017 report, which surveyed 9,920 working adults across France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Switzerland and the UK, ...
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ArticlePizza Hut boss rewards employee with Super Bowl tickets
Something for the weekend: What better way to recognise the hard work of employees than for an organisation to treat individuals to an all-expenses paid trip to an internationally-loved sporting event? That’s exactly what Pizza Hut did when Artie Starrs, president at the fast food chain, gave up his seats ...
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Article37% receive recognition for good work
Just over a third (37%) of respondents receive praise and recognition when they do good work, according to research by engagement consultancy Dragonfish.Its survey of 1,200 employees at UK organisations with more than 1,000 staff members also found that less than half (43%) of respondents feel valued for their contribution ...
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ArticleGovernment sets out strategy to support older employees to stay in work
The government has launched a new strategy to promote the benefits of remaining in work for longer, which includes encouraging employers to increase the number of older employees within their workforces.The Fuller working lives strategy outlines how a coalition of job centres and employers can work together to support older ...
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ArticleHeinz to give US staff the day off after the Super Bowl
Something for the weekend: The Monday after a fantastic weekend can often be a real challenge in terms of employee motivation, especially if friends and family have gathered on a Sunday to celebrate a popular sporting event, such as an American football game. Heinz has pre-empted any staff productivity dips ...
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ArticleClaire McCartney: How can employers support staff in uncertain times?
The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) and Halogen’s latest Employee outlook survey, published in November 2016, shows that, despite working amid wider uncertainty, job satisfaction has increased across all sectors since spring 2016. Interestingly, the biggest increase is actually in public sector workers’ job satisfaction, which is the ...
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ArticleRita Trehan: How can employers support staff in uncertain times?
The most important thing to remember about Brexit is that absolutely nothing is going to change for at least another two years after we trigger Article 50, but it is more likely to be five years or considerably longer. In addition, the EU has a very poor track record of ...
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Article47% cite flexible working as the most desirable workplace benefit
Almost half (47%) of respondents cite flexible working as the most desirable workplace benefit that they would like to receive, according to research by CV Library.Its survey of 1,000 employees also found that 13% of respondents would turn down a job if the organisation did not offer workplace perks.The research ...
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ArticleNissan Europe launches employee awards to celebrate innovation
Car manufacturer Nissan Europe has held its first Chairman's Innovation Awards, which aim to celebrate ingenuity and engage employees with innovative behaviours.Nissan Europe launched the awards internally in May 2016 in order to encourage its 17,000 employees to share innovative ideas to drive product development and business growth, in addition ...
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Article75% of Yorkshire-based staff feel a supportive work environment would boost productivity
Three quarters (75%) of Yorkshire-based employee respondents believe a more supportive workplace environment would make them happier and more productive at work, according to research by Team Activ.Its survey of 500 office employees across Yorkshire also found that 18% of respondents suffer from stress or negative thoughts while at work.The ...
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ArticleEXCLUSIVE: First Group to take a consumer-centric approach to employee engagement at Employee Benefits Connect 2017
EXCLUSIVE: British transport organisation First Group will discuss how to engage employees in consumer-facing roles to create a culture that enables an organisation to achieve its business goals at Employee Benefits Connect 2017.Tim Cowley, people and change lead at First Group, will present a session titled 'Consumer-centric model: proving engagement ...
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ArticleMoney.co.uk renovates Victorian castle to create unique office space
Something for the weekend: Cirencester-based technology organisation Money.co.uk has completed a £3 million renovation project to transform a grade two listed castle into the ultimate high-tech workplace, personalised to cater for the wants and needs of the organisation’s 50 employees and to boost employee engagement.The 10,000-square foot Victorian castle, which ...
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Article31% believe their employer does enough to support mental health and wellbeing
Less than a third (31%) of respondents say that their employer does enough to support employee wellbeing and mental health, according to research by workplace consultancy Peldon Rose.Its survey of 621 office-based employees also found that 37% of respondents feel their employer appreciates them, down from 44% a year ago.In ...
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ArticleMobile Mini launches employee engagement programme
Portable accommodation and storage organisation Mobile Mini has launched an employee engagement programme for its UK-based staff, which includes access to voluntary benefits and a recognition scheme.The new programme, provided by Perkbox, will allow staff to access a range of offers and discounts, including retail and online shopping discounts, restaurant, ...
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Article62% are unsatisfied with their benefits package
Almost two thirds (62%) of employee respondents are unsatisfied with their benefits package, according to research by GCS Recruitment.Its Market insights 2017 report, which surveyed 1,752 employees and 826 employers, also found that 38% of employee respondents cite pay and financial rewards as having the most impact on their job ...