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10 Inexpensive Perks That Will Delight Employees

By Miriam Wolf on January 1, 2019

Make your team happy without breaking the bank with these simple, low-cost work perks to show your appreciation.

Dealing with Distraction in Your Open Office

By Mark Saltveit on December 5, 2018

Here are some practical tips to reduce distraction and increase productivity in your open office.

Creating an Inclusive Workplace

By Katie Donnelly on November 27, 2018

We look at the benefits of an inclusive office and how to develop a strategy to foster diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

21st Century Office Party Planning & Etiquette

By Elisabeth Flynn on November 6, 2018

Office holiday parties bring together all kinds of people, and while fun, these festive gatherings can blur the boundaries between work and private lives. Here’s our 21st-century guide to successfully planning and attending yours.

You Finally Made Manager—Now What?

By Crystal Spraggins on October 25, 2018

Getting promoted to manager is cause for celebration—but with it comes new challenges. Here are five tips to avoid common pitfalls, increase your effectiveness, and pave a path to success.

Coping with a Coworker’s Suicide

By Mark Saltveit on October 23, 2018

In the wake of a coworker’s suicide, coping can pose unforeseen challenges in the workplace. We spoke with a bereavement and “postvention” expert about providing support in the aftermath.

Dealing with Depression in the Workplace

By Mark Saltveit on October 2, 2018

Depression is a serious health issue. Beyond the significant harm to individuals, depressive disorders have a costly impact on businesses and employers. Here’s how to address depression and mental illness with compassion and professionalism.

Fill ’Er Up

By Dana Lester on July 3, 2018

Drinking water from individual disposable plastic bottles takes a toll on the environment—even if you recycle the bottles. Explore alternatives to bottled water for offices that are trying to keep their employees hydrated.

The Treats of a Retreat

By Robert Edelstein on May 29, 2018

How to plan a corporate retreat filled with laughs, memories, and lessons that will energize employees for months.

Beyond the FMLA

By Dana Lester on May 17, 2018

There’s a lot that employers can do to create mom-friendly environments—and avoid losing strong talent. Here are a few ways workplaces can support working moms, from pregnancy through their baby’s infanthood and beyond.

Spring Office Cleaning

By Dana Lester on May 1, 2018

Spring is the season of rejuvenation. Bring that spirit to your office and give it a good cleaning. Here are 7 areas that could use a little attention.

Therapy without the Office

By Mark Saltveit on March 27, 2018

One of the most successful applications of telemedicine may surprise you: remote mental health treatment.

Performance Reviews Made Easy

By Mark Saltveit on January 23, 2018

Giving annual performance evaluations may be one of the hardest tasks you perform all year. Here are 5 ways to make employee reviews more bearable—and useful!