Today’s workplaces are not immune to the conversations taking place in American society; some of which may make some employees uncomfortable and even lead to conflict. With this in mind, is there a business case for having workplace conversations about racism and equity that may make some employees uncomfortable?
Spring cleaning can – and should – extend beyond your home. Business leaders should spend time engaging in financial, mental, logistical – and still a little physical – spring refresh for their company.
Ultimately, a great place to work is not just about having the latest and greatest amenities, it is about employees being productive and happy because they formed part of the solution and had input in shaping their new work environment
When it comes to talent, you may feel like you’ve shifted from looking for water in a desert to finding a needle in a haystack. Both are time consuming and require the right resources, and offer the opportunity to reevaluate how you find and keep good people.
How employers can create a workplace where they can effectively address issues brought forth by protests and move forward
When events occur in life that are void of options, like the coronavirus pandemic and resulting shutdown, stress is a natural reaction. Whether you are a small business owner or large corporation there is specific protocol that you must follow in order to begin to open your doors and get back to business.
Although loneliness may be complex and challenging to address – especially in today’s unique and uncertain times – a mindfulness practice may bring comfort.
Great office design has always been largely based on people – what inspires them and supports them to be at their best. That will not change in a post-COVID-19 world. But the things people need to feel safe and supported in their new reality will.
Changing jobs, career sectors and industries has become more common place in today’s job market. If you are considering switching career sectors, follow these tips to get started.
For too many, a criminal record of any severity dramatically limits employment and housing opportunities, preventing them from realizing their full potential and contributing to the economy.
As the number of unemployed workers continues to rise in today’s turbulent economy, searching for a job can be difficult. Navigate this new and uncharted job landscape with these tips and tricks from ICC’s Shawna Simcik.
It can be hard to attract the desired activity from recruiters, headhunters or hiring managers on LinkedIn, so here are some ways you can exploit some of the platform features to your fullest advantage.
Fancy pool decks, state-of-the-art fitness centers, high speed internet and being in the heart of the city aren’t the only things that should go into a person’s decision on where to live. The caliber and professionalism of the property management team ought to be near the top of the list.
Cows run from storms, buffalo's run towards the storm and through it. Are you a buffalo or a cow? The choice is yours and will make all the difference in the outcomes you experience.
The trajectory of COVID-19 remains uncertain around the world. Published spending cuts typically impact employee headcount and whether or not this pandemic results in the layoff of one or hundreds of individuals, how employees are treated during this time can pay long-term dividends to a company’s future brand and recruiting efforts when the market does recover.
When the good times are back, you will still be dealing with the same skills and inventory shortages and competing to win the best talent. Even in hard times, the best people are in demand. Don’t wait for an opening to reach out to them. You need to cultivate good talent over time.
Automating your systems for creating impact helps eliminate the daily tasks you have, which allows you to avoid feeling like you always come up short on how you are impacting the world around you.
As consultants, we have one goal: Ensuring transformation happens successfully. Whether that’s driving incremental progress or grabbing a drink with a co-worker to talk about our hurdles, the strategies below are key consulting tips and tricks that drive success at work and in our personal lives.
Keeping the best talent on your team means building a vision for their career at your company. If you have ever lost someone talented, or are worried about losing someone right now, this article is for you.
The need to control our stress in response to this crisis is critical, because too much stress not only ruins our happiness and decreases our ability to make good decisions but also weakens our immune system; and right now we all need to stay physically healthy and keep clean heads.
Hiring will speed up or slow down within an organization based on their strategic plans for the year, not solely because of a virus. Here’s what you can do to stay proactive with your hiring, even when the pickings are slim.
Whatever it is you desire to get done, when you have an organized space to work in, you are more likely to take an action step forward towards completion of a project at hand.
While we have few answers regarding the long-term impact of COVID-19, the way we work, the way we interact with our colleagues and clients and the way we maintain balance in our daily lives is undoubtedly changed.
As work increasingly spills into all aspects of life, it’s important that the office play a central role in alleviating symptoms of chronic stress and burnout by advancing design principles that support healthy environments and healthy lives for workers.
