Workplace
Insights into workplace trends, employee relations, and creating a positive work environment.

Longevity Health Aims for Great Place To Work Certification
Longevity Health has committed 15% of its 2024 R&D budget directly to employee wellness programs, aiming for the Great Place To Work certification by 2026.

Employee disengagement fuels disconnection, hurting productivity
More than half of employees, about 53%, are either passively or actively disengaged, contributing to an estimated $8-9 trillion loss in global productivity annually, according to ET HRSEA .

Alight Launches Planner to Simplify Leave, Boosting 2026 HR Trends
Nearly two-thirds of employers in 2026 struggle with the complex challenge of managing multiple benefit carriers, a significant administrative burden leading to inefficiencies and employee confusion,

2026 Rubber News Best Places to Work Contest Registration Now Open
While some 'Best Places to Work' awards require no financial investment, others demand significant employee survey participation, creating a complex landscape for companies seeking recognition.

First Internet Bank Prepares for USA TODAY Top Workplace Award
The 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplace criteria now mandate a 15% year-over-year increase in employee satisfaction for eligibility, a benchmark First Internet Bank has already begun tracking with a new $2 m

USA TODAY Top Workplaces Awards Honors Top Employee Environments
For the second year running, mortgage companies, insurance firms, and a CPA firm dominate the top five spots on USA TODAY's 2026 Top Workplaces list.

Workforce Development Inc. Names 2026 Best Workplaces in Southeast Minnesota
For the fourth consecutive year, Olmsted County secured a top-five spot in the large employer category for 2026, earning recognition as one of Southeast Minnesota's Best Places to Work.

Ultimate Medical Academy Earns Top Workplaces Award
Employees at Ultimate Medical Academy, a vocational school, rated their workplace highly enough to earn three distinct 2024 Top Workplaces awards for appreciation, wellbeing, and professional developm

Global Employee Engagement Hits Lowest Since 2020 Amid Trust Gaps
Global employee engagement declined for the second consecutive year in 2025, reaching its lowest level since 2020, costing the global economy approximately $10 trillion annually, according to Gallup .

USA Today Recognizes 1,661 Organizations as Top Workplaces
Out of 2,375 organizations surveyed, only 1,661 earned the prestigious USA TODAY Top Workplaces recognition in 2026.

The Enablement Shift: Reshaping Employee Benefits for a Skills-Driven Workforce
Employee benefits are transforming, moving beyond simple engagement to actively enable employees with skills and growth opportunities. This shift redefines corporate benefits as strategic investments in human capital.

North American Companies Named Top Workplaces for Employee Experience, Recognition
Recent 2026 Top Workplaces awards for companies like Credit Acceptance and BZI® underscore a clear trend: investing in employee experience is a key driver of business success and recognition.

Employee Feedback Cements Top Workplace Awards, Spotlighting Recognition's Impact
Recent 'Best Workplace' awards are increasingly determined by direct employee feedback, highlighting a fundamental shift where strategic employee recognition is no longer a perk, but a core component of business success.

Kohler Credit Union Recognized as a Top Workplace in Wisconsin
Kohler Credit Union has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Wisconsin, an honor that underscores its commitment to a positive workplace culture and high employee satisfaction.

VermontBiz Names 65 Companies to Best Places to Work 2026 List
VermontBiz and the Vermont Chamber of Commerce have named 65 companies to the 2026 Best Places to Work in Vermont list, with top honors awarded based on employee feedback in a competitive labor market.

Beyond the Hype: How AI Is Reshaping Workplace Engagement and Productivity
The proliferation of AI tools is creating a workplace paradox: as technology promises unprecedented efficiency, employee engagement is plummeting and leaders distrust their own data.

BZI Wins Seven Workplace Excellence and Culture Awards
BZI has won seven 2026 Top Workplaces awards for its company culture, joining a growing list of organizations being recognized for their commitment to employee well-being and professional development.

Rethinking Recognition: How Employee Well-Being Defines Workplace Culture Awards Now
For the first time, more U.S. workers are struggling than thriving. This is forcing a re-evaluation of workplace culture awards, shifting the focus from perks to proven employee well-being.

New Data Shows Engaged Employees Still Plan to Quit Jobs
New data suggests employee engagement is no longer a reliable predictor of retention. Even highly engaged workers are now planning to leave their jobs, signaling a major shift in workplace dynamics.

New Study Shows Engaged Employees Increasingly Plan to Leave Jobs
New research indicates a significant decoupling between employee engagement and retention, with nearly half of engaged workers planning to seek new jobs. This trend forces organizations to re-evaluate what truly keeps employees loyal.

Beyond the Paycheck: Why Food Is a Top Evolving Workplace Benefit Trend
Nearly half of millennials report they would switch jobs for better perks like free snacks. This highlights a major shift, making food a top evolving workplace benefit trend with measurable impacts on employee retention.

New Research Finds UK Workers Engaged But Nearly Half Plan to Leave
A new report from Firstup shows that despite high engagement levels, nearly half of UK workers intend to seek new employment within the next year, challenging traditional views on workforce stability.

Companies Examine Workplace Culture Amid Low Employee Engagement Reports
A recent report reveals historically low global employee engagement, prompting companies to scrutinize workplace culture. This trend has significant financial consequences, impacting productivity and retention.

Reports Show Employee Engagement Strategies Boost Lab Productivity
New reports show that targeted employee engagement strategies can significantly boost lab productivity. The focus is shifting toward manager behavior and intentional culture-building to combat widespread employee disengagement.

The $438 Billion Problem: Reimagining Employee Engagement for a Disconnected Workforce
With U.S. employee engagement at a 10-year low, a new report reveals the staggering $438 billion annual cost of a disconnected workforce.

New Data Reveals Declining Employee Engagement Amid Shifting Workplace Culture
Recent analyses reveal a significant decline in job satisfaction among American workers, especially younger employees. Companies face challenges with rising office utilization and persistent communication issues.

Top 6 Psychologically Safe Workplace Strategies for 2026
Organizations would realize a 27% reduction in turnover by moving the ratio of employees who strongly agree their opinions count from three in 10 to six in 10, according to Quantum Workplace .

Top 9 Elements of Healthy Workplace Culture for Business Success
Companies with strong organizational cultures have seen their net profits increase by an astounding 85% over just five years, according to Stories From Hilton .

Strategies for Managing Gen Z Employees
More than half of young professionals have delayed major life decisions—like buying a home or starting a family—due to financial situations, according to Deloitte .

Critical HR Challenges in 2026 and Solutions
In Ghana, the CIHRM Act 2020 (Act 1020) now legally mandates that all HR practitioners, consultants, and firms must be registered and certified to operate.