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Burnout is a commonly discussed issue these days—particularly while many workforces are still working from home amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Being isolated, stressed and overworked puts employees in a difficult position and can lead to increased burnout. Oftentimes, it's HR’s responsibility to help employees cope with burnout and its contributing factors. However, in many cases,…

National Safe Boating Week—which is scheduled for May 22-28 this year—encourages boaters to maintain reliable vessels and follow responsible boating practices. After all, lacking proper boating precautions can increase the risk of accidents occurring on the water. In fact, according to the U.S. Coast Guard, over 4,000 boating accidents happen annually— contributing to approximately 2,500…

Summer is right around the corner and with it are thoughts of using some of our PTO for getaways and family vacations. As much as we look forward to taking some much-needed time off, it can also add stress that takes away some of that enjoyment. To help manage those additional tasks we have created…

Best practices and proper etiquette are important as more teams and departments make the switch—whether permanent or temporary—to using videoconferencing as a primary communication method. Consider the following tips for your next video meeting: Place the camera at eye level. Look at the camera— instead of yourself on screen—when you’re talking.Check your background. If you’re…

Employees who face work-related injuries and illnesses commonly have subsequent stress and anxiety. Oftentimes, this stress is made worse should employers stop communicating with the employee while they’re unable to work.   It is important for employers to make their employees feel appreciated and to invest in their well-being. This rapport helps employees feel welcomed,…

Although your workers’ compensation policy is intended to help cover the expenses that result from an employee becoming ill or injured on the job, various parties may attempt to abuse this coverage by committing insurance fraud. And while you may think that only employees can participate in such fraud (e.g., falsifying an injury to receive…

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released new guidance for people who have been fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine. This update loosens the CDC’s mask-wearing recommendations for those fully vaccinated, allowing many outdoor activities without a mask. People are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after their second dose in a two-dose…

As an organization’s needs accelerate and evolve, it’s also important that their employees have the necessary skills to succeed. By leveraging technology in learning and development efforts, employers can take steps to address these skills gaps—and even improve employee engagement. Whether employees are working on-site, remotely or a mix of both, technology can help streamline…

In recent years, ransomware attacks have steadily been on the rise. These incidents—which entail cybercriminals compromising a device or server and demanding a large payment be made before restoring the technology (as well as any data stored on it) for the victim—are one of the most damaging cyberattack methods, incurring an average of $1 million…

Recently, President Joe Biden issued a call for employers to take additional steps to help get their employees and communities vaccinated against COVID-19. As part of that effort, president Biden announced a paid leave tax credit for small- and medium-sized businesses. This credit will allow eligible employers to fully offset the cost of paid leave…