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Workplace

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

Stressed and disengaged employees in a modern office setting, with AI technology elements symbolizing the disconnect and pressure in the workplace.

Global employee engagement declines again amid workplace stress

Global employee engagement plummeted to a post-Covid low of 20% in 2025, marking the second consecutive year of decline, according to HR Brew .

Marcus Ellery· Apr 13· 2 min
Arizona Diamondbacks employees celebrating on the field after receiving the 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplaces Award, highlighting a positive and collaborative work environment.

Diamondbacks Earn 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplaces Award

The Arizona Diamondbacks, a team recognized for its on-field performance, has earned the 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplaces Award, standing out among over 42,000 organizations nationwide.

Marcus Ellery· Apr 12· 2 min
Aledade employees in a modern office, celebrating their recognition as a USA Today Top Workplace for 2026.

Aledade Named a USA Today Top Workplace for 2026

With over 1,600 employees providing confidential feedback, Aledade has earned a 2026 USA Today Top Workplaces award.

Alina Petrov· Apr 10· 2 min
Young professionals in a modern office, demonstrating Gen Z's preference for purpose-driven work and flexible environments.

Gen Z's Workplace Revolution: Purpose Over Pay Reshapes Trends

An 'effort recession' now impacts 6 in 10 Indian firms, signaling a profound shift in employee engagement that companies can no longer ignore, according to NDTV .

Marcus Ellery· Jul 14· 4 min
Exhausted employees overwhelmed by workload in a dimly lit office, symbolizing the negative impact of workforce transformation gaps on employee burnout and morale.

Workforce transformation gaps fuel burnout

At a Social Security field office, morale has plummeted after the agency lost several thousand workers under the Trump administration.

Marcus Ellery· Jul 11· 4 min
Young Gen Z employees at H Mart finding cultural connection and community, prioritizing heritage over just a paycheck.

H Mart: Gen Z Values Cultural Connection Over Pay

At H Mart, a significant 60% of Gen Z employees report their primary motivation for working there is a deep cultural connection to their heritage, not just a paycheck (Internal H Mart Survey, 2023).

Marcus Ellery· Jul 9· 4 min
Split image showing a sterile office versus a comfortable home office, symbolizing the conflict between return-to-office mandates and employee satisfaction.

Return to office trends challenge employee satisfaction

One overemployed worker, Daniel, is on track to earn roughly $330,000 this year across two full-time jobs, a feat enabled by remote work.

Marcus Ellery· Jun 22· 3 min
Diverse employees in a bright, modern office discussing openly, symbolizing the positive impact of pay transparency on workplace culture and trust.

Pay transparency's impact on workplace culture and employee trust revealed

In New York City, a 2022 law mandating salary ranges in job postings led to a 5% average increase in advertised salaries for entry-level positions, directly impacting how companies attract and value t

Marcus Ellery· Jun 9· 3 min
A manager presents an award to a smiling employee in a collaborative office meeting, surrounded by appreciative colleagues.

What are effective employee recognition programs for retention?

Organisations with formal employee recognition programs experience 31% less voluntary turnover than those without such programs, according to Stribehq .

Marcus Ellery· Jun 9· 5 min
Split image depicting a modern office and a home office, connected by digital lines to represent the hybrid work model's balance.

Hybrid work model reshapes productivity and challenges company culture

Only 7% of employees would now quit their jobs over a mandatory return-to-office policy, a dramatic drop from 51% just two years prior, according to Fortune .

Alina Petrov· May 12· 4 min
Diverse professionals collaborating effectively in a hybrid work environment, blending in-office and remote setups for seamless teamwork.

What Are Effective Hybrid Team Collaboration Strategies for 2026?

Nearly half of all employees would start looking for a new job if their company mandated a full return to the office, according to Workleap .

Alina Petrov· May 7· 7 min
Diverse team collaborating constructively in a sunlit office, symbolizing effective conflict resolution and a positive workplace.

How Conflict Resolution Strategies Foster a Positive Workplace Environment

Unresolved workplace conflict can lead to workers' compensation claims for psychological injury, a hidden cost far exceeding the $1,200 starting price for professional mediation in 2026.

Marcus Ellery· May 5· 5 min
Diverse team in a bright office collaborating positively, demonstrating a strong and inclusive company culture.

How to Nail Culture Interviews and Avoid Bad Culture Fits

Almost 30 percent of new hires quit within their first 90 days.

Marcus Ellery· May 3· 6 min
Diverse team collaborating on organizational resilience strategies, focusing on human factors and proactive planning.

What are organizational resilience human factors and proactive strategies?

The fragmented nature of technology use between NGO infomediaries and competition for funding significantly hinders their ability to support lasting resilience within the MDW community, according to a

Marcus Ellery· Apr 26· 5 min
A diverse team of professionals actively collaborating and innovating in a modern office, highlighting the benefits of neurodiversity.

What are the Benefits of Neurodiversity in the Workplace?

At JPMorgan Chase, professionals in its Autism at Work initiative were 90% to 140% more productive and made fewer errors than their neurotypical counterparts, according to Culture Amp .

Marcus Ellery· Apr 26· 5 min
Diverse team of employees actively collaborating and smiling in a bright, modern office, showcasing strong connection and belonging.

Employee engagement strategies fostering connection belonging 2026

Low employee engagement costs the global economy over $10 trillion in lost productivity, a figure that continues to climb even as companies pour more investment into diversity and inclusion (D&I) effo

Alina Petrov· Apr 26· 3 min
Diverse employees collaborating with futuristic AI interfaces that highlight recognition and growth opportunities in a bright, modern office.

AI Fuels Workplace Excellence: Employee Recognition and Growth Soar

In a surprising shift, 75% of workers now report that artificial intelligence (AI) increases their confidence at work, marking a new era where technology, not just human managers, is a primary driver

Marcus Ellery· Apr 15· 4 min
Diverse employees confidently walk away from a corporate building towards a bright, hopeful horizon, symbolizing the Great Resignation and new career paths.

What Is the Great Resignation and How Has It Impacted Work?

The Great Resignation, which began in 2021, saw record numbers of employees quit their jobs. Understand the causes and lasting impact of this transformative workplace trend.

Marcus Ellery· Apr 10· 8 min
Diverse team of professionals collaborating positively in a modern, sunlit office, demonstrating strong communication, mutual respect, and a thriving workplace culture.

How to Cultivate a Positive Workplace Culture: A Complete Guide

Work culture is defined as a company's shared values, beliefs, and practices. This guide explains how to cultivate a positive environment by prioritizing respect and building trust.

Alina Petrov· Apr 8· 7 min
Diverse employees celebrating achievements in a modern office, receiving recognition from managers, symbolizing successful employee recognition programs and positive workplace culture.

How to Implement a Successful Employee Recognition Program: A Complete Guide

Implementing a successful employee recognition program requires a structured approach to boost morale, engagement, and retention. This guide provides a step-by-step process to design, launch, and iterate an effective program.

Marcus Ellery· Apr 7· 8 min
A diverse team of professionals collaborating openly in a modern office, demonstrating trust and psychological safety through confident communication and attentive listening, fostering a positive work environment.

How to Foster Psychological Safety in the Workplace: A Complete Guide

Psychological safety is crucial for a thriving workplace, empowering employees to contribute without fear. This guide explores what it is, how to build it, and common mistakes to avoid.

Marcus Ellery· Apr 7· 9 min
Professionals in a meeting room, surrounded by confusing corporate jargon speech bubbles, illustrating communication breakdown and frustration in a modern office setting.

What Is Corporate Jargon and How Does It Weaken Workplace Communication?

Corporate jargon often obscures meaning, weakening communication and hindering decision-making. Learn how to identify and eliminate buzzwords for a more transparent and inclusive work environment.

Marcus Ellery· Mar 31· 7 min
An employee on a manufacturing floor uses augmented reality smart glasses, seeing digital instructions overlaid on machinery, demonstrating enhanced precision and efficient on-the-job training.

How Augmented Reality Is Transforming Employee Training: A Complete Guide

Augmented reality (AR) is revolutionizing employee training by providing active, on-the-job guidance. This guide explores how AR drives faster learning, reduces errors, and enhances workforce development.

Marcus Ellery· Mar 30· 7 min
A diverse team collaborating openly in a modern office, demonstrating trust and psychological safety through shared ideas and confident interactions.

Understanding Psychological Safety in the Workplace: A Practical Guide

Psychological safety is crucial for employee retention and team performance, with high safety significantly reducing turnover risk. This guide explores what psychological safety is and offers practical steps for leaders to cultivate it.

Marcus Ellery· Mar 30· 8 min
Diverse employees engaged in a modern office, interacting with digital displays showing positive engagement data, symbolizing collaboration and progress.

Top Employee Engagement Survey Vendors for Actionable Insights 2026

Up to 50% of a company's workforce can be excluded from engagement surveys if the chosen vendor only supports email-based delivery, rendering insights incomplete from the start.

Marcus Ellery· Jul 19· 4 min
Diverse employees from construction, healthcare, and tech sectors smiling and collaborating in a bright, modern office, symbolizing high job satisfaction.

Highest Employee Satisfaction Jobs in 2026

In 2026, US job satisfaction reached an unprecedented high.

Marcus Ellery· Jul 4· 4 min
Diverse team of employees smiling and working together in a modern, sunlit office, symbolizing a top workplace.

Guide to 2026 Best Places to Work Lists & Programs

Nvidia has already secured the top spot in the 2026 list of Best Companies for the Future, according to WSJ .

Marcus Ellery· Jun 26· 4 min
Diverse team members collaborating effectively in a hybrid work environment, bridging physical and digital spaces for inclusive teamwork.

Top 5 Strategies for Positive Inclusive Hybrid Work Culture

Despite the promise of flexibility, remote employees in hybrid setups are frequently left out of critical office conversations and decisions, risking their career progression and team cohesion.

Alina Petrov· May 11· 3 min
Diverse employees smiling and working together in a modern, sunlit office, symbolizing high morale and a positive company culture.

Key Workplace Perks Boosting Employee Morale and Retention

More than a quarter of employees have skipped necessary medical care due to costs, creating a critical gap in how current benefits packages address real-world financial burdens, according to HRO Today

Marcus Ellery· Apr 23· 4 min
Employees in a modern office are isolated, each engrossed in their AI interfaces, symbolizing the erosion of workplace social skills.

AI companions are eroding workplace social skills, research shows.

A staggering 63% of employees report that work-related stress from AI surveillance and performance evaluation negatively impacts their communication and emotional stability with their families, accord

Alina Petrov· Jul 18· 4 min