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Insight and tips on HR, inclusion, recognition, employee experience and more.

Recognizing Across Cultures: Scandinavia

Do you know the Law of Jante? Are you schooled on lingonberries and lagom? Do you know how recognition is unique in Scandinavia?

Boundary Theory, Work/Life Balance and Mindfulness

Boundary theory tells us that employees often need help drawing a line between work and life. Mindfulness can help to reduce employee stress.

Social Capital: What It Is & Why Your Employees Need It

Higher social capital results in more access to the resources we need to feel supported, be productive and to have better flow in our work lives.

The Dangers of Employee Silence

Are quiet employees happy employees? Or is employee silence a dangerous sign? How to encourage employees' voices in your culture.

The Advent of the “Social Workplace”

Social platforms are no longer a novelty or distraction in the workplace. They are becoming fundamental to building organizational excellence.

Recognizing Across Cultures: India

How can we recognize and motivate employees most effectively in India?

Recognizing Across Cultures: China

How can we recognize employees most effectively in China?

Is Your Culture Holistic, Monochronic or Collectivist?

Critical things to know about managing employees globally: Are you holistic, specific, monochronic, polychronic, individualistic or collectivist?

10 Questions to Ask Before Building a Recognition Program

Key questions to ask when you are deciding whether to use a recognition vendor or build a DIY recognition solution for your company.

5 Ways to Turn Employee Conflict into a Good Thing

When managed well, the inevitable workplace conflict can be a good thing for an organization and a source of creativity and growth.

The Secret to Respect in the Workplace

Respect is top of mind for today’s workers. Everyone is looking to be recognized and respected for their individual contribution.

Why the Future Isn’t as Scary as You May Think

The future of talent management, and performance reviews in particular, lies the awesome power of crowdsourcing.