Managing Staff

The idea of in-office childcare received applause at a recent conference session, and subsidizing parking, commuting, and lunches make the list of desired perks.

The ability to fully detach from work helps employees improve their mental health, focus on personal relationships, and prioritize their own wellbeing.

Some overzealous programs could be viewed as giving a discriminatory preference to a particular minority or group, potentially leading to lawsuits from conservative activists.

44% of those surveyed said a four-day workweek would positively affect their happiness levels in their role.

Employment attorneys caution that companies will be on the hook if a vendor's hiring software turns out to perpetuate bias. Ignorance is no excuse.

Companies that previously touted their DEI progress are now questioning whether they've set themselves up for future legal action.

Even workers who go into the office stay for shorter workdays than they did four years ago.

While organizations cannot control the outcomes of natural disasters, they can create safe, flexible, and inclusive work environments where employees feel secure and safe to return after a natural disaster occurs.