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Could Employee Stress Be Holding Your Company Back?
CultureIQ
SEPTEMBER 20, 2016
And that makes it difficult to address the reality that chronic stress in the workplace costs businesses billions every year in lost productivity and attendance , not to mention the catastrophic cost to employee health. That’s just the question we take on in our latest eGuide, “ The Effects of Stress on Company Culture: How to Troubleshoot Employee Stress and Boost Productivity.”.
37 Warning Signs Your Culture Is Heading Down the Wrong Path
CultureIQ
SEPTEMBER 26, 2016
There’s an energy in the air that invites productivity and participation, and even if it’s not perfect, it’s at least a place where everyone feels comfortable. . In a productive company culture, employees are accountable for their actions and have the independence to make decisions regarding their work. A great company culture is obvious: it just works. Collaboration. Innovation.
Two Approaches to Measuring the ROI of Employee Engagement
CultureIQ
AUGUST 9, 2016
Subtle signs that indicate engagement, such as creativity, energy, and enthusiasm, may seem optional to higher levels of leadership — after all, some jobs don’t require passion to get them done — but human resource professionals know that these subtle signs combine to signal an environment that maximizes productivity, efficiency, and profitability. The result? What About Culture?
How to Hire Someone You’ll Never Meet in Person
CultureIQ
JULY 26, 2016
This question is designed to find out how a job candidate can help maintain his focus and productivity when there isn’t a micromanaging boss hovering over him at his desk. When you’re considering possible candidates for a position, what exactly are you looking for? Maybe it’s someone who has a can-do attitude, or who appears to be energetic, determined, and sports a friendly smile.
HR's Critical Role in Creating Productive and Meaningful Workplaces
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Today’s workplace is characterized by chaotic forces—low employee engagement and productivity levels, and declining employee well being. HR Leaders have a critical role in defining the vision and strategy to transform and create a more productive and happy workplace
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How to Cultivate a Healthy Remote Culture Through Intentional Leadership
CultureIQ
OCTOBER 26, 2016
So, as you start to build your team, you’ll want to consider which characteristics make for the most effective and productive off-site employees. Over the past 20 years, there’s been a 40 percent increase in the number of companies that offer work from home or telecommute benefits to employees. Assign Team Partners. Adapt Team-Building Activities. Click here! Leadership
4 Types of Work Flexibility to Consider for Your Employees
CultureIQ
APRIL 11, 2016
But really, the savings come from having a more productive workforce (studies show that remote workers are far more productive than traditional office workers), a reduced turnover rate, and being able to hire the best talent for the job, regardless of location. Here are four types of work flexibility to consider for your employees. Telecommuting. Pros of Telecommuting. sharp.
5 Manager Must Do Tips to Create an Engaged Workforce
CultureIQ
JULY 6, 2015
She works with organizations to create an engaged workforce by focusing on passion, performance and productivity. How are managers supposed to keep both of these sides playing in harmony, creating in-tune music together that results in higher engagement, increased productivity, customer satisfaction and increased revenue? Ross’s blog. . Ruth K. know I can.
5 Fun Physical Activities to Boost Your Worksite Wellness
CultureIQ
JUNE 3, 2016
healthy and productive workforce. In addition to having a healthy team, employers can enjoy an attentive and productive workforce. The office life– while filled with its own adventures– is a relatively sedentary one. In fact, the average worker spends 10 hours a day sitting down per day. hour fitness break. Running/walking groups. Fitness band challenges. Yoga time.
Leaving performance reviews behind: Where to start [Guide]
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Why We Need to Stop Idolizing Overwork
CultureIQ
OCTOBER 5, 2016
We’ve already reviewed how late-night work sessions and not being able to “turn off” leads to anxiety and damages productivity. Our recent eGuide, “How to Troubleshoot Employee Stress and Boost Productivity,” explores how mental, physical, and emotional distress damages workplace performance. In most working environments, overwork can seem harmless enough. Access the full guide here.
Keep Employees Healthy and Happy with These Work Perks
CultureIQ
SEPTEMBER 7, 2016
And regular exercise can boost work productivity by 15%. By showing employees you care about their well-being, you’ll boost retention, engagement, and productivity. Increased productivity. This is a guest post by our friends at Justworks. Diet, exercise, reflection, education — each of these factors goes a long way to helping us achieve health. Offer Bike Share Memberships.
Culture Agility Is Learning to Try Things, Not Trying to Fix Things
CultureIQ
AUGUST 19, 2016
Why do I believe that it is the most fundamental of our qualities (my product management bias mind aside)? Mistakes are inevitable, so you might as well make them productive. Let’s talk about culture agility. I’ll start by unpacking the concept and then walk through how it can be practically applied in your organization. The What. The Why. So, why is it so valuable? The How.
Why Employee Mental Health Has to Be Part of the Workplace Conversation
CultureIQ
MARCH 29, 2016
Absenteeism, decreased productivity, and increased healthcare expenses are just a few of the ways mental health problems cost employers. Happy and healthy employees are the backbone of a great organization. As leaders are looking to improve their workplace, it’s important to have employee mental health be part of the conversation. Promote healthy work practices. Inspire physical wellness.
Ditching the formal performance review? Kineo shares 3 Elements for Success
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as retention, productivity, and employee. at increasing its focus on product. in productivity, a better co-ordination amongst. From Performance Management. to Performance Development eGuide 2Part 2: A Roadmap. for Change In Part 1 of this eGuide, we explored the confluence. of factors that’s driving change in how performance. is managed and how organizations are moving. away from the traditional annual review process to. more real-time dynamic approach. This all sounds. very logical, of course, until an organization starts to. be some very real barriers to moving forward.
Best Practices for Designing Your Open Office Floor Plan
CultureIQ
APRIL 7, 2016
On the other hand, a poorly planned open office floor plan can be detrimental to the productivity and sanity of your team. In addition to lighting, room temperature is also a factor in open office productivity. recent article in Forbes found that sub-tropic temps improve productivity in the office. So what’s with the polarizing reputation? Lighting and room temperature.
5 Things Failure Teaches You (from Leaders Who Failed)
CultureIQ
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
The thing about failure is that isn’t particularly productive unless you know how to learn from it. Here Evolve or die,” he says in Forbes. “We’re confident in our ability to innovate and have products that people will be excited about.”. In a recent webinar focusing on building innovative cultures, we talked a lot about failure. Edmonson of Harvard Business School. Leadershi
4 TED Talks That Make You Rethink Leadership (and Why You Should)
CultureIQ
NOVEMBER 3, 2015
In fact, they sometimes lead to counter-productive conclusions, such as false positives when identifying leaders. A strong company culture stems from its leaders. But, in a landscape where the workplace is taking on new shapes, team structures are being redefined, and technology is commanding us to reevaluate responsibilities, what does “being a leader” mean these days? Linda Hill: How to manage for collective creativity (~17 min). Linda Hill takes an anthropological approach to exploring how and why certain organizations succeed in innovation.
Is Your Management Team Contributing to a Healthy Culture?
CultureIQ
OCTOBER 31, 2016
One vital management skill is knowing your employee’s production capacity and not overwhelming them to the point of burnout. We’ve said it again and again in different ways: culture doesn’t build itself ; culture requires teamwork ; and, most importantly, culture starts with leadership. Let’s be honest. But other times, it’s simply a lack of organized effort. Do they take time off?
The Performance Management Storm: Four Macro-Trends Driving the Change
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drives more productive conversations. 1Why Your Company Will Need to. Rethink Performance Management eGuide Part 1: The Argument. for Change 2 3About this Guide Organizations are increasingly. moving from traditional performance. management systems (organized as. an annual review process) to newer. performance development systems. organized around real-time dynamics). happening now. If the.
How Instituting a Company Wellness Program Can Recharge Your Workforce
CultureIQ
APRIL 28, 2016
Happy employees are awesome not just because they’re a joy to be around, but they also tend to be more productive. According to a study conducted by economists from the University of Warwick, happiness led to a 12% spike in productivity , while unhappy workers proved 10% less productive. employers have adopted a company wellness program. Reduced absenteeism. The RAND Corp.’s
Staff Appreciation Ideas That Reinforce Your Workplace Culture
CultureIQ
APRIL 18, 2016
Leaders who develop a culture of staff appreciation cultivate a loyal and productive workforce– and who doesn’t want a loyal and productive workforce? In In fact, according to a recent Forbes article , 43 percent of employees surveyed left work due to lack of recognition. To add to that, the same article predicts that voluntary quits show no signs of slowing down.
How Playing to Employee Strengths Will Improve Your Organization
CultureIQ
JULY 19, 2016
When leaders play to their employees’ strengths, they gain better productivity, engaged employees, and a company that’s achieving its goals. percent more productive, and teams that focus on strengths every day have 12.5 percent greater productivity. In doing so, leaders conquer engagement, productivity, and turnover while improving their operations all in one swoop.
How to Get Old-Fashioned Leaders to Embrace Modern Workplace Values
CultureIQ
OCTOBER 17, 2016
Let us be clear — “old-fashioned” is not codeword for “old.” We use this term to refer to 20th century-style workplaces and values that opt out of integrating Internet-based technology into their processes and assume that productivity in the workplace requires discomfort and inconvenience. Re-Train for Individualized Productivity. Genuine productivity isn’t one-size-fits-all.
The Performance Management Storm: Four Macro-Trends Driving the Change
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drives more productive conversations. 1Why Your Company Will Need to. Rethink Performance Management eGuide Part 1: The Argument. for Change 2 3About this Guide Organizations are increasingly. moving from traditional performance. management systems (organized as. an annual review process) to newer. performance development systems. organized around real-time dynamics). happening now. If the.
5 Company Culture Books to Inspire You & Your Team
CultureIQ
NOVEMBER 20, 2015
and former SVP of Products at Google). He calls out the need to evaluate existing organizational priorities (customer service, safety, productivity/efficiency, and cost control/financial interests) and how they impact behaviors and values. That means that we have a wealth of knowledge and perspectives to inform our thinking about culture. David Marquet . Former U.S. by Adam M.
Workplace Culture: It’s More Important Than You Think
CultureIQ
JANUARY 11, 2016
Turnover is a major productivity killer in the working world. Creating a great place to work also drives productivity. Happy employees equal higher productivity, which translates to a positive impact on a company’s bottom line. In fact, Fast Company states that happy employees are 12 percent more productive. When one thinks of workplace culture, thoughts of happy hours and swag-filled outings with coworkers may come to mind. There’s a reason why workplace culture has so much buy in. Lower Turnover. Let’s say an employee is having a tough time with a project.
Promote Effective Communication in the Workplace with These 4 Simple Steps
CultureIQ
APRIL 13, 2016
It’s great for two reasons: teamwork improves the communication skills between peers and it’s been known to increase productivity. . Communication in the workplace is one of our 10 core qualities of a high-performance culture. However, it is so much more than that, because communication feeds into the other nine qualities and affects how everything gets done within the organization. .
4 Leadership Mistakes That Make Employees Run for the Doors
CultureIQ
JANUARY 25, 2016
First, your employees are distrustful of you and their colleagues, thus lowering productivity. Being a leader is not something anyone can just ‘wing.’ As we’ve discussed previously, it takes emotional intelligence , letting go of the ego, and a willingness to continually improve on your leadership capabilities. For aspiring talent leaders, it can be difficult to gauge undesirable management traits. While you might not notice them, your team surely does. Here are four common leadership mistakes to avoid: Playing the blame game. Pitting employees against each other. Micromanaging.
4 Ways to Close the Learning-Doing Gap for Front-Line Managers [GUIDE]
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retention, productivity, and employee engagement. FOUR WAYS TO CLOSE THE. LEARNING-DOING GAP FOR. FRONT-LINE MANAGERS 4FOREWORD We’re in business to help organizations. achieve their goals by making sure their. employees have the knowledge and skills. they need to succeed. Our experience. and research led us to identify that one. audience organizations consistently. managers. What’s. skills.
Why the Buzz about Employee Engagement and Company Culture?
CultureIQ
AUGUST 11, 2015
And then follows a whole bunch of benefits– higher productivity, better customer relations, lower turnover, etc. According to Deloitte’s Global Human Capital Trends 2015 , company culture and employee engagement is a driving issue for the top companies in the world. hear these two words thrown around a lot, so I thought I’d take some time to explain how CultureIQ approaches these topics. What makes company culture? The environment, the setting, the social norms, the office rituals, and the language of those working in one workplace. What is employee engagement?
4 Signs Your Company Culture Is Crying for Help
CultureIQ
JANUARY 29, 2016
Take a look at your team’s productivity. Great company culture is readily identifiable. There is teamwork, innovation, and an overall sense of purpose. Best of all, companies with high morale, kill it operationally. While everyone wants to create an enviable workplace, what happens if you find that you work culture is less than stellar? Companies with low team morale harm the business in more ways than one. It can hurt your brand, efficiency, and worst of all, your profits. Check out these four signs to gauge if your workplace culture needs a makeover. Poisoning the well syndrome.
4 Tactics To Make Performance Reviews Less Painful
CultureIQ
JUNE 1, 2015
Providing a comfortable outlet for constructive feedback can improve working relationships, resolve issues, and create a more productive workplace. Performance reviews can be rough. They are enough to make a confident manager feel anxious and competent employees doubt their contributions. Nobody, and I really mean nobody, looks forward to performance reviews. Recognize, Recognize, Recognize.
How Emotionally Intelligent Leaders Kill it at Work Culture
CultureIQ
JANUARY 6, 2016
If the workplace is a stressful environment, employee morale and productivity can take a dip. It may not be pretty, but it’s a step in the right direction to creating a culture that drives employee satisfaction and productivity. Have you ever wondered what makes great leaders so amazing? It often has to do with their level of emotional intelligence (EI) — which is defined as being aware that emotions can drive our behavior and impact people (positively and negatively), and learning how to manage those emotions – both our own and others – especially when we are under pressure.
This Is Just the Beginning
CultureIQ
DECEMBER 9, 2015
We have grown significantly since our product launch 12 months ago. HR Technology productNearly 30% of corporate employees believe their employer does not recognize their achievements. Almost 60% of employees rate communication or wellness as their employers’ lowest quality. And about 40% of employees say they are overly stressed due to their work. These challenges in the workplace inspired the launch of CultureIQ two years ago : We aim to give every employee a voice and provide organizations the tools to listen – and more importantly, to act. We’ve been busy! Greg Besner.
Your Late Night Emails Are More Harmful Than You Think
CultureIQ
FEBRUARY 5, 2016
“There’s no question that constantly checking email is bad for both productivity and quality of life,” Friedman adds. We’ve become accustomed to convenience and immediacy. Technology allows for us to connect and communicate with virtually anyone, anywhere, and anytime within a matter of seconds. Email, for example, is a major staple in every professional’s life. Many have apps on their devices so that they’re constantly available. Some managers take advantage of this opportunity with late night emails. Say hello to my little friend, anxiety. You are not alone.
Programs and Policies that Foster a Transparent Company Culture
CultureIQ
SEPTEMBER 29, 2016
In fact, happiness can make people 12% more productive. This commitment on your end will go a long way towards improving employee engagement, productivity, and retention. This is a guest post by our friends at Justworks. Building a strong company culture — one with motivated, engaged employees — starts with building your company values. One of Justworks’ six values is ‘openness’.
The 10 Company Culture Metrics You Should Be Tracking Right Now
CultureIQ
OCTOBER 28, 2015
When measuring innovation, remember that it comes in many forms, such as resources, processes, behaviors and the product itself. 3. Not only does wellness lead to happier and more productive employees but this metric also has an important ripple effect. What is most important is that the workplace provides for comfortable, productive employees. For instance, small details, such as the temperature of the office, could be resulting in big losses in productivity. Everyone loves company culture. And everyone loves metrics. Communication. Innovation. Agility. Wellness.
5 Methods To Give Your Employee Wellness Program New Life
CultureIQ
MAY 13, 2015
Countless case studies illustrate how employees who participate in wellness programs contribute to lower healthcare costs, decreased attrition, and higher productivity. Fitness Products And Resources. Offering products and resources to busy employees can keep them in the fitness loop even when they are not in the office or cannot make a trip to the gym. Mobile health apps.
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