A casual leave or CL is a type of paid leave that allows employees to take short leaves from work for a variety of personal reasons. Casual leaves provide employees the flexibility to take time off from work for small yet important events in life without having to use their regular annual leaves.
How to Show You’ll Be a Good Team Player When Joining a New Team
When joining a new team, one of the most important factors is being a good team player. Fitting into the team culture and being able to work well with your new colleagues is crucial for success. In today's collaborative work environments, no one succeeds through...
Engaging Seasonal Workers through 7 Targeted HR Solutions
The recurrent nature of business leads many companies to take on seasonal workers to meet increased demand during busy periods, such as the winter holidays or summer tourism season. While having an expanded workforce is crucial for handling spikes in...
HR Adaptability: Thriving Through Disruption and Uncertainty
How HR Can Lead with Agility in Times of Change?1. Accept that change is here to stay2. Build organizational agility3. Promote a Growth Mindset4. Leverage Data and Technology5. Plan Ahead6. Seek FeedbackLeverage HR Software to Enable AgilityKey Takeaways Uncertainty...
Paid Leave (PL)
Paid leave refers to time off from work that employers provide through compensation wages when employees are not actively working
Master the Art of Optimizing AMC (Annual Maintenance Contract)
Annual maintenance contracts (AMCs) are agreements with service providers that cover the upkeep, repair and maintenance of equipment or assets. For many businesses, having a comprehensive AMC in place is critical for managing costs and minimizing downtime. However,...
How to Explain Advanced Strategic Ideas to Non-Experts
I'll never forget the first time I had to present our company's new 5-year strategic plan to the sales team. As I enthusiastically described our forward-thinking but highly complex omnichannel marketing approach, I was met with blank stares. It quickly became clear...
Strategies for Boosting Employee Engagement in Difficult Times
Declining markets present challenges for businesses to maintain revenue and profitability. However, it also represents an opportunity to refocus on internal operations and strengthen your team. Employee engagement will be a key driver of...
The Critical Importance of a Standardized Job Description Format
Attracting and hiring top talent is critical for organizational success. Yet many companies fail to realize the importance of well-crafted, standardized job descriptions in the recruitment process. Generic, inconsistent, or poorly formatted job postings create...
Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs)
Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) are workplace benefits that provide confidential support and resources to employees facing personal or work-related challenges.
Best Ways to Support Remaining Employees After Layoffs
Layoffs are an unfortunate reality in today's dynamic business environment. When companies must reduce their workforce, it sends shockwaves throughout the organization. Layoffs are difficult experiences not only for the employees who lose their jobs but also for...
Employee Shifts
Shifts allow companies to have staff coverage beyond regular business hours by dividing the workday into specific segments. Employees are assigned to different shifts to ensure the necessary staffing levels and skillsets are available when needed.
What Are The Best Onboarding Strategies For Your High-Impact Roles?
An effective onboarding process is crucial for ensuring success in high-impact roles. According to a survey by Glassdoor, companies with a strong onboarding program improve new hire retention by 82% and productivity by over 70%. However,...
Annual Maintenance Contract (AMC)
AMCs provide scheduled servicing by experienced vendors at pre-defined annual rates to maximize equipment availability and useful life.
What Should You Look for in a Strategic University Partnership?
With the skills gap widening, companies need innovative ways to attract top talent. University partnerships are an increasingly popular and effective strategy. By collaborating directly with colleges and universities, employers gain access to talented students and...
Work From Home (WFH)
Working from home is more popular than ever, but is it right for you? Here are practical tips for employees and managers to make working from home productive and enjoyable.
How to Create Sales Quotes That Convert: 6 Tips for Closing More Deals
According to HubSpot research, only 2% of sales happen on the first contact with a potential customer. Effective sales quote presentation is crucial for moving prospects through the pipeline to become customers. A sales quote is a detailed proposal...
Outplacement Talent Management: A Strategic Approach to Transitions
Outplacement is the process of supporting employees who are leaving an organization and transitioning into new roles. With companies needing to restructure and downsize at times, outplacement talent management has become a critical responsibility for HR....
Employee Provident Fund (EPF)
The Employee Provident Fund, often abbreviated as EPF, is a vital pillar of financial security for millions of employees across the globe. This government-mandated retirement savings scheme is designed to ensure that working individuals can build a financial cushion to support them during their post-retirement years.
Why You Need to Incorporate Company Culture from Day One of Onboarding
Onboarding a new employee is a crucial time for companies to incorporate company culture. The first few weeks at a new job shape an employee's entire experience and perception of the company. That's why it's important to use onboarding as an opportunity...