9 02, 2024

Breaking Stereotypes: Women in Leadership Roles in HR

By |2024-01-30T10:05:55-05:00February 9th, 2024|Categories: HR|Tags: , , , , , |

Did you know that around half of the world’s workforce is made up of women? However, only 27% of women hold leadership and management positions. Only a handful of them are working C-Suite-level top-tier jobs.

This is why it’s high time we celebrate the amazing strides women are making in HR.

For the longest time, HR has been seen as a boys’ club, a place where suits and ties rule, and women are relegated to support roles. But guess what? The winds […]

24 01, 2024

Why You Should Offer Work Flexibility

By |2023-11-24T10:46:34-05:00January 24th, 2024|Categories: Work-Life Balance|Tags: , , , |

Are you tired of the same old 9-to-5 routine?

If you crave a workspace that adapts to your needs, look no further than CloudZen Innovations.

We understand the value of work-life balance and, therefore, offer our employees the flexibility to choose how they want to work.

You posted this ad in the newspaper and received hundreds of applications. Offering flexible hours might seem like a small employee benefit to you, but it’s one that employees prize the most. Let’s understand […]

22 01, 2024

Which Employee Benefits Boost Engagement Best

By |2024-01-30T09:58:04-05:00January 22nd, 2024|Categories: Employee Benefits|Tags: , , , , |

Health is wealth.

Sweet retirement plans.

Professional growth.

Did your new office advertise these benefits while interviewing you?

Almost all companies offer health insurance, a 401(k), and yearly increments. Do these attract new talent? Yes. However, nowadays, people are looking for something more. While productivity is the highest concern of employers, they should also focus on boosting employee engagement.

How can they do this? By offering something more valuable in the employee benefits package.

Let’s take a look at what these could be:

Flexible Work Arrangements

The modern […]

15 01, 2024

Tips for Maintaining Work-Life Balance

By |2023-11-24T09:19:11-05:00January 15th, 2024|Categories: Work-Life Balance|Tags: , , |

Think of work-life balance as a state of equilibrium. It allows a person to prioritize their demanding career and personal life together. However, this balance is not easy to achieve. Not only does it require making sacrifices but also warring with yourself that what you are doing is right.

So, what factors make striking a work-life balance difficult?

  • Responsibilities at home
  • Responsibilities at work
  • Having children
  • Working longer hours
  • The nature of your work that requires full attention

Before we dive into […]

3 01, 2024

The Importance of a Positive Company Culture

By |2023-11-23T13:05:33-05:00January 3rd, 2024|Categories: HR|Tags: , , , , , |

Workplace culture should have a strong foundation!

It’s as simple as that. However, building one can be challenging.

Workplace culture is made up of shared values, attitudes, behaviors, and the company’s beliefs. Together, they characterize the brand. It is the social environment within a workplace that influences how employees interact, collaborate, and work together.

It is a crucial aspect of a company, as it shapes the overall work experience for employees and can have a significant impact on their job satisfaction and productivity.

Why […]

13 12, 2023

Flexible Work Arrangements: How to Maximize Work-Life Balance

By |2023-11-22T13:33:47-05:00December 13th, 2023|Categories: Work-Life Balance|Tags: , , , |

Offering flexible work arrangements to employees helps companies retain and recruit top talent. According to a US research, 80% of workers turn down a job offer if the employer doesn’t offer flexible scheduling.

COVID-19 gave rise to remote work, which introduced flexibility into offices. Though time management became a highly required skill, flexible work hours gave employees a glimpse into a work-life balance. The concept became increasingly popular in the modern workforce due to its positive impact on employees’ well-being.

Understanding Flexible Scheduling

Imagine […]

27 03, 2023

5 Simple Ways to Improve Employees’ Lives

By |2023-02-06T10:36:45-05:00March 27th, 2023|Categories: Employee Benefits, HR|Tags: , , |

With almost every business operating on less than requires human resources and a lack of potential candidates for the available vacancies, it has become vital for businesses to focus on retaining their remaining employees. While it may sound challenging, retaining employees is a simple and easy task that can be accomplished by improving employees’ lives.

As a business owner or management, you can take the following measures to enhance employee wellbeing and promote a work-life balance:

Focus on Productivity, Not Hours

Measuring employee productivity […]

9 12, 2022

5 Ways Managers Can Encourage Work-Life Balance

By |2022-10-04T12:00:25-04:00December 9th, 2022|Categories: Work-Life Balance|Tags: |

Disrupted work-life balance is one of the major factors for the Great Resignation. As the need for work from home and prioritizing physical health arose from the pandemic, workers worldwide realized what they had been missing. A 2021 survey suggests that 78% of workers prefer the flexibility of working from home and a hybrid work culture over going to work. The time employees save during commute and getting ready when working from home contributes greatly to shaping this preference.

However, managers can […]

25 04, 2022

4 Signs Your Employees Are Overworked

By |2022-08-22T12:28:08-04:00April 25th, 2022|Categories: HR|Tags: , , |

Hardworking and skilled employees often end up overburdened at work. But their workaholic or professional attitude or their need for a job can keep them from complaining.

While it isn’t uncommon for employers to overburden their employees, many employees can also overwork to prove their capabilities. Either way, an overworked employee cannot achieve their professional goals for long. In fact, the quality of work an overworked employee delivers can drop significantly.

As an employer, besides avoiding overburdening your employees, you should also keep an […]

23 02, 2022

3 Employee Benefits to Help Your Staff Return After the Pandemic

By |2022-08-22T12:30:12-04:00February 23rd, 2022|Categories: HR|Tags: , , , |

Going back to the old normal has been more challenging than we all imagined. While we couldn’t wait for a post-pandemic world to resume regular life, statistics show that the percentage of people willing to continue pre-pandemic professional life is much lower than those who still want to work from home. After all, work from home saves money and time spent commuting, makes domestic life more manageable, and is also more comfortable.

Several employers have found the solution to this unpredictable and tricky […]

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