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Workplace

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

TekSynap employees celebrating in a modern office, recognized as a top workplace in Washington D.C.

WTOP News Names TekSynap a 2026 DC Top Workplace

TekSynap has been named the 4th best workplace among the largest employers in the Washington D.

Marcus Ellery· Jul 17· 2 min
Diverse team of employees collaborating happily in a bright, modern office, symbolizing a top workplace culture.

Best Places to Work Awards Focus on Culture, Rigor

Stocks at the 100 Best Companies outperform the market by a factor of nearly four times, according to Great Place to Work .

Marcus Ellery· Jul 16· 2 min
Diverse team of employees collaborating happily in a modern, well-lit office space at SEIL Energy, highlighting a positive workplace culture.

SEIL Energy Among India's Top Energy Workplaces Again

For two consecutive years, SEIL Energy has been recognized among India's top eight workplaces in the energy, oil, and gas sector by Great Place To Work, India, according to The Times of India .

Marcus Ellery· Jul 11· 2 min
Overwhelmed New Zealand office workers experiencing stress, symbolizing the rising mental health challenges and lost productivity impacting businesses.

NZ businesses face rising mental health issues, costing lost workdays.

New Zealand businesses are losing up to 94.

Marcus Ellery· Jul 9· 2 min
Worried Your Business Credentials Have Been Exposed? 5 Reasons Your Gut Feeling Might Be Right

Worried Your Business Credentials Have Been Exposed? 5 Reasons Your Gut Feeling Might Be Right

In today's digital landscape, a nagging feeling that your business credentials might be exposed on the dark web is more than just paranoia—it's often a valid security concern. The sheer volume and sophistication of data …

Sponsored· Jul 9· 5 min
A split image showing a refreshed employee on one side and a desk with a complex task on the other, illustrating the impact of short breaks.

Short breaks boost vigor and cut fatigue, study finds

Studies in 2026 reveal micro-breaks often have a non-significant effect on increasing overall work performance, despite employees feeling refreshed and less fatigued.

Marcus Ellery· Jul 6· 2 min
Employees leaving a modern tech office building as a powerful AI network looms in the background, symbolizing job displacement and AI's growing influence.

AI efficiency drives tech layoffs; Meta reassigns staff

In May alone, artificial intelligence was cited as the reason for nearly 39,000 tech layoffs, marking the highest single month for job cuts in years.

Nathaniel Brooks· Jun 29· 2 min
A Glossier product bottle on a desk in a modern office, symbolizing the company's new financial strategy.

Glossier secures $45 million credit line

Beauty brand Glossier secured a $45 million credit line from Tiger Finance for working capital, marking a strategic shift to debt from equity raises.

Marcus Ellery· Jun 23· 2 min
McDonald's drive-thru speaker with glowing AI interface processing orders, symbolizing the end of a test phase.

McDonald's AI drive-thru test ends at five US locations

At five US McDonald's locations, an AI system nicknamed 'Archy' processed over one million drive-thru transactions with 90 percent accuracy.

Alina Petrov· Jun 7· 2 min
Torch Technologies' office building with an integrated upward graph, symbolizing 14 consecutive years of Inc. 5000 recognition and sustained business growth.

Torch Technologies Makes Inc 5000 List for 14th Time

Only 0.02% of companies that have ever applied to the Inc. 5000 list have made it 14 times, a feat achieved by Torch Technologies. This consistent performance, documented by Starfishholdings , places

Alina Petrov· Jun 5· 2 min
Diverse team of hospitality employees celebrating recognition on the UK Best Places to Work list.

Seven Beam Members Recognized on UK Best Places to Work List

For the third consecutive year, Valor Hospitality UK & Europe has secured a spot on The Sunday Times' Top 10 Best Places to Work list.

Marcus Ellery· Jun 3· 2 min
A patient undergoing hypnotherapy in a professional setting, with visual cues indicating significant improvement and positive therapeutic outcomes.

Hypnotherapy study shows over 84% improvement in thousands of sessions

In a study spanning thousands of sessions, participants treated with hypnosis improved more than 84% of control participants at the longest follow-up, according to pubmed.

Alina Petrov· Jun 2· 2 min
How Bloom & Belong HR Consulting Helps Teams Respond to Burnout Before It Breaks the Workplace

How Bloom & Belong HR Consulting Helps Teams Respond to Burnout Before It Breaks the Workplace

Bloom & Belong HR Consulting helps leaders address employee burnout early through people-first HR support, including Mental Health First Aid training. This proactive approach prevents burnout from escalating into major workplace issues like turnover or conflict.

Sponsored· Jun 1· 7 min
Diverse team of employees collaborating happily in a modern, sunlit LendKey office, celebrating their Top Workplaces award.

LendKey Earns 2026 Top Workplaces USA Award for Culture and Talent

For the second year in a row, LendKey earned a Top Workplaces 2026 award from The Enquirer Media, a rare feat in the rapidly evolving financial technology industry.

Marcus Ellery· May 27· 2 min
Abstract surreal calendar with melting clocks symbolizing the confusing timeline of 2026 workplace awards announced in 2024.

The Confusing Calendar of 2026 Best Workplace Awards

ALA Insurance was just named one of the UK's best workplaces for 2026, a recognition announced in 2024, nearly two years before the year it represents, according to Insurance Business .

Marcus Ellery· May 27· 2 min
A dynamic cityscape showcasing a blend of urban and suburban areas, representing the top US cities for 2026-27.

New Ranking Names Top US Cities for 2026-27

Sammamish, Washington, a city unfamiliar to many Americans, secured the 21st spot in U.

Marcus Ellery· May 26· 2 min
California governor's office strategizing policy responses to AI-driven job displacement amidst rising automation concerns.

California Explores Policy Responses to AI Workforce Disruption

AI was cited for 21,490 job cuts in April 2026, a stark figure fueling concerns about automation's impact on employment.

Alina Petrov· May 26· 2 min
Futuristic AI servers casting shadows on silhouetted figures, symbolizing job displacement in the tech industry due to AI advancements.

Cisco Systems Cuts 4,000 Jobs Amid AI-Driven Industry Shifts

On May 13th, Cisco Systems announced it would cut 4,000 jobs as part of a restructuring to focus on AI infrastructure, with layoffs beginning the very next day.

Nathaniel Brooks· May 20· 2 min
Federal employees appear disengaged and dissatisfied in a dimly lit, bureaucratic office, reflecting a crisis in public service morale and impacting service delivery.

Federal employee engagement satisfaction declines, impacting public service

During the second quarter of 2025, federal workers were roughly 15 points less likely to report high job satisfaction than their state and local counterparts, signaling a distinct crisis within the U.

Marcus Ellery· May 20· 2 min
How The Form Rooms Elevates Team Training and Boosts Employee Engagement

How The Form Rooms Elevates Team Training and Boosts Employee Engagement

The Form Rooms, located in London's Covent Garden, transforms a historic Victorian school into an inspiring environment that elevates team training and boosts employee engagement for corporate events. It contrasts with traditional hotel conference rooms by offering a dynamic, creativity-fostering space that strategically invests in people and growth.

Sponsored· May 18· 7 min
Diverse employees smiling and collaborating in a modern, sunlit office, symbolizing a positive and award-winning workplace culture.

Companies Earn Best Places to Work Awards for Strong Workplace Cultures

Brotherhood Mutual Insurance Co.

Marcus Ellery· May 18· 2 min
Dimly lit federal building at dusk with silhouettes of tired workers visible through windows, symbolizing declining employee engagement.

Federal worker engagement drops to 32 in 2025

The Social Security Administration, a vital agency for millions of Americans, reported an alarming employee engagement score of just 15.

Marcus Ellery· May 15· 2 min
A dejected manager and employees in a dimly lit office, symbolizing declining morale and failed engagement strategies.

Manager Morale Declines Amidst Failing Engagement Strategies

Employee engagement in India has plummeted to a four-year low, with only 23% of the workforce engaged, costing the economy an estimated $351 billion annually in lost productivity, according to...

Marcus Ellery· May 13· 2 min
Diverse employees in a modern office setting appear disengaged and hesitant to speak, reflecting a 10-year low in US employee engagement.

US employee engagement hits 10-year low amid fear to speak up

Sixty-four percent of employees now consider themselves 'quiet quitters,' with remote workers leading the trend at 81%.

Marcus Ellery· May 8· 2 min
Split image showing futuristic AI interface and diverse employees collaborating in a modern office.

AI-driven feedback: Efficiency vs. employee experience

AI adoption among HR professionals surged to 72% in 2025, a dramatic jump from 58% just a year prior, according to Shopify .

Marcus Ellery· Apr 29· 2 min
Employees of VMAC Canada smiling and collaborating in a bright, modern office, celebrating their sixth Great Place to Work certification.

VMAC Canada Earns Sixth Great Place to Work Certification

VMAC, an industrial air compressor manufacturer, is expanding its South Wellington site to accommodate nearly 50% more employees, a move directly following its sixth consecutive Great Place to Work ce

Marcus Ellery· Apr 25· 2 min
Diverse group of happy employees collaborating in a bright, modern office, celebrating MediaAlpha's 10th consecutive Great Place To Work certification.

MediaAlpha Earns 10th Consecutive Great Place To Work Certification

For ten straight years, 95% of MediaAlpha's employees have reported it is a great place to work, a stark contrast to the 57% average at typical U.

Alina Petrov· Apr 25· 2 min
Diverse group of employees celebrating earning USA TODAY Top Workplaces honors with awards and confetti.

1,661 Organizations Earn 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplaces Honors

For the sixth consecutive year, AMERICAN SYSTEMS has been named a USA TODAY Top Workplace, ranking number seven in its size category.

Marcus Ellery· Apr 15· 2 min
Employees of US Senate Federal Credit Union celebrating their 2024 USA TODAY Top Workplaces Award win with smiles and a banner.

US Senate Federal Credit Union Earns 2026 Top Workplaces Award

The U.S. Senate Federal Credit Union, a $1.6 billion institution, earned a 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplaces Award, recognized nationally for Strong Values and Work-Life Balance ( Bdtonline , Ussfcu ). Th

Alina Petrov· Apr 14· 2 min
Diverse team of employees smiling and working together in a bright, modern office, celebrating their recognition as a top workplace.

Workforce Development Inc. names 2026 Best Places to Work Southeast Minnesota

For the fourth consecutive year, Olmsted County has been recognized as one of Southeast Minnesota's Best Places to Work.

Alina Petrov· Apr 14· 2 min