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Let’s face it: employee disconnection doesn't just hurt morale, it affects productivity and kills collaboration & engagement. But loneliness isn’t just their problem – it’s YOURS as a leader. In my latest article, I dive into the rising epidemic of workplace loneliness and share bold, actionable steps to crush it. Let's make belonging the standard and build teams that actually want to show up for each other. #WorkplaceCulture #Leadership #Belonging #EmployeeEngagement #EmployeeConnection

Great article by Gloria Stl Martin-Lowry. Loneliness leads to disengagement, lower productivity and ultimately separation from the organization. Don't ignore this. Get a sense of who on your team may be feeling isolated and check in.

As a manager, you need to protect your team's time from outside requests as well as your own. No one has unlimited time and management is about using employee time as effectively as possible--not trying to be everyone's friend by accepting any requests that come your way. Employee burnout rates are higher than ever - Fortune Magazine estimates 82% of employees are at risk of burnout this year, and time away doesn't help when they come back to an impossible work load. #leadership #timemanagement #employeeburnout https://lnkd.in/gckurX4N

Hybrid work is here to stay. In the hybrid world, leadership will require a more nuanced understanding of remote team dynamics, and a focus on results rather than hours spent at a desk. #workplace #wfa #kfa #hybridwork #workforce #change #performance #modern #motivate #productivity #inspire #government #publicsector #cities #counties #icma #citymanagement #hr #human resources

In 2024, your team members see life-balance as one of the main reasons why they like their job (72% of them say so). Automating routine HR tasks can free up time for both you and your team to enjoy a better one, leading to a happier and high performing workplace. #WorkLifeBalance #HRautomation #Leadership #CharlieHR Source: https://hubs.ly/Q02Mm1rz0

Do you ever feel like you’re caught between two worlds? On one side we have leadership teams yearning for the traditional “office is culture” narrative they’ve been sold by pre-pandemic-era executives, and on the other — an emerging intergenerational workforce craving freedom, autonomy and the flexibility to work how, where and when they want. In my most recent article I unravel this complex problem and provide 10 actionable strategies for workplace teams! https://lnkd.in/g_QhPNMK #remotework #hybridwork #rto #flexibility #workplace #HRstrategy #workforcemanagement #futureofwork

Does happiness equal productivity? A study by Warwick University suggests as much, with clear implications for business leaders looking to create a happier and more productive workforce. Here’s how hybrid helps. https://lnkd.in/euhxhsJJ #hybridworking #worklifebalance #employeewellbeing

Micromanagement, the act of excessively controlling an employee's work, is a pervasive issue in workplaces. While managers might believe it ensures quality and efficiency, the reality is micromanagement has a detrimental effect on employee productivity, leading to a cascade of negative consequences for both the individual and the organisation. While some may argue that such meticulous oversight ensures quality and efficiency, research and anecdotal evidence overwhelmingly suggest otherwise. Micromanagement not only stifles creativity and autonomy but also leads to decreased productivity among employees. #Jobs #Perpective #Leadership #toxic

Does happiness equal productivity? A study by Warwick University suggests as much, with clear implications for business leaders looking to create a happier and more productive workforce. Here’s how hybrid helps. https://lnkd.in/gNCn7qe6 #hybridworking #worklifebalance #employeewellbeing

Does happiness equal productivity? A study by Warwick University suggests as much, with clear implications for business leaders looking to create a happier and more productive workforce. Here’s how hybrid helps. https://lnkd.in/eCVQ7C6g #hybridworking #worklifebalance #employeewellbeing