Having a chuckle at work can have some serious benefits for your business. Not only does it affect employees’ wellbeing & state of mind, but it also can boost precision and productivity. Where has laughter gone? It’s been suggested that children laugh around 300 times a day, and an average adult laughs only 4… a statistic…
Category: Employer Branding
Some of the world’s biggest companies use The Employer Brand Index to understand, improve and measure their employer brands.
Times are tough, while the future looks bright. If you thought being comfortable was your goal, it’s time for a re-think. We’re in the 4th revolution. The job economy is hurtling towards automation, AI and robotics which impact the workplace, radically transforming every aspect of how work gets done. Let’s take a reality check on what…
According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers, companies plan to increase their recent graduate hiring by 11% in 2016. For many hiring managers and recruiters, significant benefits come from recruiting fresh blood. Paying lower salaries, off-setting pending retirements, diversifying the age range within the office and the allure of molding new talent into future…
As long as the war on talent rages on and technology advances, employee advocacy will remain a piping hot topic. Its level of maturity is growing every day. What is its current state, and how do you tap into the power of an engaged workforce on social media? To find out, I’ve had a chat with Ed Terpening of Altimeter Group who has…
Amid the hype of attracting top talent and filling vacant positions, it’s easy for employers to forget the importance of having a great onboarding program for new starters. If someone has signed up to work at your company, they’ve obviously been impressed thus far by who they’ve met and the reception they’ve been given. Hiring managers are happy…
Have you embraced Snapchat for marketing yet? Employers are fast understanding that to connect with potential employees and woo them into their workplace, being present on social media is a huge leg up and a way to build a loyal following over time. This type of marketing is not about the hard sell either; it’s about getting…
We know that people are happier at work when they are on good terms with colleagues. Gallup found that close work friendships boost employee satisfaction by 50% and people with a best friend at work are seven times more likely to engage fully in their work. Not convinced yet? Fostering friendships at work is a simple way…
A strong workplace culture increases business performance by engaging everyone in a united goal, values, and vision. It is also essential for helping to attract and retain talent; a key element to achieving business growth. The culture of your workplace has a significant impact on your employer brand and influences the perception of working for…
Did you realise that the employees of your organisation are writing up reviews about their experience online? Some are happy, others not so much. What can you do to embrace this transparency and how can you use these reviews as constructive feedback? To get the inside scoop, I’ve had a chat with Diarmuid Russell, Head of International at Glassdoor, the international…