Work Life Balance

Do You Have a Remote Work Policy in Place? Here’s Why You Need One

Most companies have some type of remote capability these days. The COVID-19 pandemic forced many businesses to switch to a remote workspace. Some employers have continued to offer remote work for their employees. However, it has become crucial to have some kind of remote work policy in place. Here’s why. It Protects You and Your Employees The biggest reason to have a clear remote work policy is that it protects you and your employees. You can provide information about how often employees are able to work remotely or in what instances. Your policy book can also detail what hours they are expected to be available, how hours are tracked, etc. All of this protects both parties because the rules are written out and clear. There is a Set Expectation Speaking of being clear, employees perform better when there is a set expectation to meet. As mentioned above, this includes things like hours and ......

Tips for Reducing Turnover and Maximizing Retention

In the defense industry, the recruiting and onboarding process can take several months. It costs a lot of money to find a quality candidate and train them. With that knowledge, it is crucial that you do what you can to reduce turnover and increase retention rates. Here are a few tips that will help. Maintain Competitive Salaries and Benefits You will attract and retain top talent when you offer competitive salary and benefits packages. Candidates still consider salary and other benefits to be one of the most important deciding factors when they take a new job. Similarly, many employees quote salary and benefits as the reason for leaving their jobs as well. If you don’t maintain regular pay increases and competitive salaries, your turnover rates will likely increase.   Learn what other employers in the industry are offering and provide something comparable. Take note of any non-traditional benefits being offered as well. This ......

Should I Let My Employees Work-from-Home for Forever?

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed a lot about the way many businesses function and the way we work with each other. Most companies transitioned into work-from-home settings last year. While some places of work have begun to move employees back into the office, many are choosing to remain remote or allow their staff to make the decision. Before you make the choice on the behalf of your workers, here are a few things to think about. Technology Has Made It Easier One of the first things to consider when it comes to whether or not you should remain remote is technology. Has your company adopted the appropriate technology and communications systems to be able to sustain a work-from-home environment? Were your employees struggling to get connected or remain in the loop? All in all, tech has made things easier but only you know how your employees adjusted to the technology. So, keep that ......

5 Benefits to Include in a Post-Pandemic World

COVID-19 changed the way many employees are looking at the benefits their workplace offers. After being faced with a worldwide pandemic, many people are putting more focus on work-life balance, health and wellness, and improving their personal lives. While their careers are still important, they want an employer who also places importance on their personal well-being. That being said, employers are now finding it necessary to revisit their benefits packages and include non-traditional benefits they may not have previously considered. Here are five benefits you should be thinking about. Redesign Wellness Benefits Wellness benefits need to be catered more towards the remote workspace. This means that your employee wellness packages should include virtual health offerings. Consider adding in online fitness classes, mindfulness classes, and other webinars. You should also be sure they have access to virtual medical services like telehealth consultations. All of this will help improve your employees’ health and engagement in ......