Workplace
Insights into workplace trends, employee relations, and creating a positive work environment.
New Ranking Names Top US Cities for 2026-27
Sammamish, Washington, a city unfamiliar to many Americans, secured the 21st spot in U.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Companies Earn Best Places to Work Awards for Strong Workplace Cultures
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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.
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...
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%.
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 .
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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.
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).
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.
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
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 .
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 .
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 .
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.
How to Nail Culture Interviews and Avoid Bad Culture Fits
Almost 30 percent of new hires quit within their first 90 days.
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