Happy Sunday! Tomorrow is National Relaxation Day, so if you won’t get the chance to relax much tomorrow, we recommend celebrating a day early. This week, we’re looking into HR and People Ops trends that are gaining momentum and shaping the future of the fields. Discover what HR is trending towards as we get closer to 2030. People Ops (POPS) is becoming a mainstay of many organizations. Find out why and how your business should adopt the POPS mindset of treating employees like customers to build engagement. Plus, learn more about the newest trends in perks and benefits: giving employees PTO before they start and social justice benefits.
Small Business and HR Compliance dates this week:
August 15, 2022
National Relaxation Day. It’s a no-stress zone. Kick back, unwind, and enjoy whatever makes you relax.
August 17, 2022
National Nonprofit Day. #NationalNonprofitDay recognizes the good that nonprofit organizations have done for the community.
August 19, 2022
World Photo Day. Put on a fun photo contest! Have employees submit their favorite nature photos and vote on their favorites.
World Humanitarian Day. Encourage employees to support their favorite philanthropic institution.
Increasing worker engagement levels means increased production and profits. Here’s how to prioritize employee satisfaction the same way you prioritize customer satisfaction.
Treating Employees Like Customers to Build Engagement
People Operations leaders know that when you show the same care and regard for employees as you do customers, employees will be more engaged. Productivity, customer satisfaction, and profitability all increase when employees are engaged.
Discover the factors that contribute to employee engagement and tips for exactly how you can treat your employees like your customers to boost engagement.
The 2020s are well underway, but what might the 2030s hold? Here are some projected HR and People Ops trends for the future to keep an eye on.
Trending Towards 2030: What HR Will Look Like
Projected HR trends for 2030 and beyond include a greater shift towards People Ops, or POPS. Increased automation and technology will benefit organizations by freeing up time for meaningful employee experiences.
Stay ahead of the game and discover additional components of HR and People Ops that will be at the forefront of trends in these fields in the years ahead.
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Here’s what you need to know about the newest perk of giving your workers time off before they start. Is it right for your business?
Giving Employees PTO Before They Start: The Newest Perk?
Rather than withholding employment status or benefits during a probationary period, some companies are actually giving their new hires time off before they even start! Haven’t heard of this new business trend before? Interested but have no idea how to roll out or manage a program like this? Here’s what you need to know.
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