Apr 23, 2024
The new overtime protections could boost pay for millions.
In a significant development for the U.S. workforce, the Department of Labor (DOL) has introduced a proposal designed to extend and restore overtime protections to an estimated 3.6 million salaried employees who earn below a specified threshold. The rule would guarantee overtime pay for most salaried workers earning less than $1,059 per we
Apr 17, 2024
The new OSHA rule, effective May 31st, 2024, is a pivotal change aimed at enhancing protection and participation in workplace safety.
Welcome to the forefront of workplace safety, where keeping up with the rules isn’t just about avoiding fines – it’s about genuinely caring for your team. In the latest turn of events, the Department of Labor has rolled out a final rule that might
Apr 15, 2024
As today’s workforce evolves, businesses must explore the benefits of both 35-hour and 40-hour workweeks to boost efficiency and retain talent.
The concept of the traditional workweek is undergoing a transformation. The debate between a 35-hour and a 40-hour workweek has become more relevant than ever. Both models present unique advantages for enhancing productivity and employee satisfaction. Un
Jan 19, 2024
Building A Strong Company Culture Is Worth The Effort
It’s every manager’s dream to have a team that works like a well oiled machine. Yet, these dream teams aren’t built overnight. Building an effective team and company culture is like growing a garden. You have to pull some weeds, and water the right flowers for everything to flourish. Most managers agree though, the payoff is well wort
Jan 12, 2024
Active Listening is a Powerful Skill
When was the last time you worked on your active listening skills? Becoming a good listener isn’t something we should stop learning after we grow up. We should continue to develop the same lessons we learned in grade school as we make connections with people in our careers.
Active listening may sound pretty self-explanatory. You might believe yourself to be a
Aug 24, 2023
Every manager would love for their employees to be productive 100% of the time they are clocked in, but unfortunately, this is rarely the case. This has made employee time management a popular topic amongst supervisors and managers for quite some time now. It’s estimated that employees are only productive for 3-4 hours of every 8-hour work day. Many employers may hear a statistic like this and
Aug 24, 2023
Although it seems like remote work is all the rage, even the “norm” right now, you’re not alone if you’re still adjusting to managing a team remotely.Back in January 2019, it was estimated that 4.7% of work was remote. Now, that rate is about 12%, depending on the industry and time of year.That rate isn’t likely to decrease either. It’s estimated that about 22% of the workforce will be
Apr 21, 2023
Diversity and inclusion have undoubtedly become more than a politically correct social idea – they have become corporate buzzwords in recent years. Emerging technology has certainly played a role, with its ability to amplify diverse voices, break down barriers, and even provide advertisers a platform for commitment to diversity and inclusion. And while many of us agree that workplace diversity i
Apr 19, 2023
When you take a look at productivity in the workplace, it can be shocking to see how little energy goes into productivity training.For example, it’s a well-known statistic that employees working a typical 40hr work week are only productive for about 2 hours and 53 minutes daily. That’s less than one-third of the workday being spent on productive efforts.If your workforce feels unmotivated or u
Apr 19, 2023
When the leaders and managers in your company are given the resources to succeed, your whole company thrives.It’s no secret that having effective leaders and managers can make or break a company. When the people in charge approach their responsibilities with confidence, critical thinking, and team-centered focus, everyone working under them benefits.If you’ve been in business for any amount of
