The percentage of engaged workers in the U.S. steadily increased over the last decade, leveling out at 36% in 2020. But the challenges of the pandemic have put an end to that upward trend, and 2021 became the first year since 2009 where engagement decreased, according to Gallup. In 2021, only about one-third (34%) of […]

Employees want regular feedback and they perform better when they receive it. According to Gallup, employees who say they received “meaningful feedback” in the last week are nearly four times more likely to be engaged in their work. And yet, many organizations only give employees feedback every several weeks, months, or years. The reason so […]

Research shows that loneliness makes it difficult to get a good night’s sleep. Since we spend the majority of our waking hours working, feeling isolated from our co-workers can affect our sleep (and our ability to cope with stress) in profound ways. Here’s what you need to know about loneliness, sleep, stress, and how to […]

Inclusivity at work has become a widely discussed subject over the last several years, with good reason. A truly inclusive workplace attracts top talent, increases productivity, and makes employees want to stick around. But what exactly does inclusivity look like when put into practice? To build an inclusive workplace, companies usually focus their efforts on […]

82% of employees say benefits are a key factor in their decision-making process, but equally as many workers feel their company’s offering doesn’t meet their needs. Employers must adapt to the evolving workforce by modernizing benefits, or risk getting left behind. […]