Marcus Ellery
Workplace Analyst
Marcus Ellery is a Workplace Analyst at Career and Company, focusing on the intersection of organizational dynamics, employee well-being, and the future of work. Prior to joining Career and Company, Marcus spent several years as a consultant, advising companies on strategies to improve employee engagement and retention. He holds a Master's degree in Organizational Psychology and is a frequent speaker at industry conferences. Marcus's research has been featured in publications such as the 'Journal of Applied Psychology' and 'Harvard Business Review,' establishing him as a thought leader in the field.
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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 .
Jun 9, 2026 · 5 min read
Exploring Emerging People Analytics Metrics for HR
Even when a company observes a high employee turnover rate, the underlying causes—such as seasonal hiring patterns or the timing of bonus cycles—often remain obscured within the raw data.
Jun 8, 2026 · 4 min read
Middle Tennessee workplaces boost volunteer hours
In 2023, employees at Middle Tennessee's 'Top Workplaces' collectively volunteered over 150,000 hours, a 15% jump from the previous year, according to Nashville Post .
Jun 8, 2026 · 3 min read
Quiet quitting and quiet firing: Understanding the trends
At least 50% of the U.
Jun 8, 2026 · 4 min read
Will AI in Healthcare Finally Answer the $8 Billion Question in 2025?
The global medical AI market is projected to hit $8 billion by 2025, yet only 15% of hospitals have fully integrated AI into their clinical workflows.
Jun 8, 2026 · 3 min read
What Is Ethical People Analytics and Why Does It Matter?
Imagine an automated system flagging an employee with high resignation risk, then recommending an 8% salary adjustment as the most cost-effective retention measure.
Jun 7, 2026 · 3 min read
Gen Z reshapes workplace culture with focus on balance and activism
By year-end 2026, Generation Z is projected to comprise 27% of the global workforce, yet 54% of these younger employees are already "not engaged" at work.
Jun 7, 2026 · 3 min read
What is People Analytics and Why Does it Matter for HR in 2026?
In 2026, 69% of companies are actively integrating data to build a People Analytics database, a dramatic leap from just 10-15% in prior years, according to Josh Bersin .
Jun 6, 2026 · 4 min read
Digital overload's surprising toll on employee engagement and productivity
A staggering 80% of the world's workforce reports lacking the time or energy for effective work, according to SQ Magazine , a silent crisis pointing to the profound impact of digital overload.
Jun 6, 2026 · 3 min read
Mass. Life Sciences Job Losses Mount Despite Big Incentive Promises
Seventeen life sciences companies awarded Massachusetts tax incentives to create 426 jobs between 2021 and 2025 collectively added only 41 net new jobs by December 31, 2025, according to Biospace .
Jun 6, 2026 · 5 min read
Tech and skills reshape work, not employee engagement
Worldwide employee engagement has plummeted to 21% in 2024, marking its lowest point since 2020, according to SQ Magazine .
Jun 5, 2026 · 3 min read
Labor market data hype misleading economic reports, initial numbers often wrong
May's jobs numbers were initially reported as a healthy 144,000 new positions, only to be drastically revised down to a mere 19,000—a reduction of over 85%.
Jun 4, 2026 · 4 min read
Job Posting Sites for Employers: Costs & Options
A single recruiter utilizing LinkedIn's 'Lite' service will pay approximately $1,680 per year, a cost that can quickly balloon to over $32,000 annually for a small team on a corporate plan.
Jun 4, 2026 · 5 min read
Sioux Falls companies earn Inc. Best Workplaces distinction
Two companies from Sioux Falls, a city of just under 200,000, have been named among Inc.
Jun 4, 2026 · 3 min read
Recognition Boom Fails: Workplace Satisfaction Plummets in 2025
Global employee engagement plummeted to just 20% in 2025, marking the lowest level since 2020, even as 87% of companies claim to have recognition programs in place, according to Eciks and...
Jun 3, 2026 · 4 min read
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.
Jun 3, 2026 · 2 min read
Why Employers Choose Skills Over Degrees
Nearly 70% of employers have already abandoned degree-focused recruitment, opting instead to evaluate candidates based on practical skills and competencies.
Jun 3, 2026 · 4 min read
Inc. 5000 Recognizes America's Fastest Growing Private Companies
The median three-year revenue growth rate for companies on the 2023 Inc.
Jun 3, 2026 · 3 min read
Box CEO on 'AI psychosis' and tech executive delusion
After rolling out 3,000 AI agents, ClickUp CEO Zeb Evans laid off 22% of his employees, impacting hundreds.
Jun 2, 2026 · 2 min read
Reddit's Unforgiving Audience Creates Customer Pain Points for Businesses
With a minimum daily advertising budget of just $5, Reddit appears to be an accessible platform for businesses seeking new audiences.
May 30, 2026 · 2 min read