In the first several weeks of the COVID-19 pandemic, the speed of workplace and personal life changes was dizzying. Three-plus months into it, many employees have settled into some semblance […]
Layoff Communications Due to COVID-19 – Let Corporate Character Be Your Guide
It’s fair to say that the economic impact of COVID-19 is hitting nearly every organization, and unfortunately many are facing difficult decisions regarding their employees. Regardless of reason, letting people […]
When an Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19
It’s happened. You have an employee who’s tested positive for COVID-19. What now? As COVID-19 continues its rapid global spread, the number of companies with impacted employees also continues to […]
The Workplace Word: How to Support Employees through the COVID-19 Crisis
Every month, we’re highlighting stories, trends and tips related to employee engagement and workplace culture that organizations should be keeping top-of-mind in order to engage, retain and recruit top talent. […]
Social Activism and Employees: Where Walmart Got It Right
Should companies take a public stand on social issues? That’s a good question. Conventional wisdom says companies should think long and hard before putting a stake in the ground on […]
Navigating Change: Planning and Communication are Key
For the past two years we have worked with a client who, just last week, moved approximately 600 employees into a new, state-of-the-art facility. The move represents about half of […]
Why Employee Ethics Training Should Not Be An Annual Checkup
This post is adapted from the Ethical Voices podcast interview with Padilla president Matt Kucharski. What type of training do you give your employees to help them develop their ethical […]
Presenting with Presence: 5 Tips for Conquering Public Speaking
Note: This is the first of a two-part post bringing you tips on public speaking. Whether presenting to one or one hundred people, the single most important skill I’ve learned […]
Facing Ethical Challenges
This post is adapted from the Ethical Voices podcast interview with Padilla president Matt Kucharski. Why don’t you tell me about the most difficult ethical challenge you ever confronted at […]
Is Engagement Enough?
Fulfillment matters to employees. Employee engagement is critical to a company’s financial success, to attracting and retaining talent, and to building a strong culture. Duh. People, including us, have been […]