A mentor culture goes beyond traditional one-on-one relationships to create a vibrant learning community within your organization. Mentor circles and peer mentoring are one way to ensure that mentorship is offered to many employees. Eventually shouldn’t everyone in your organization be mentored? What you need is a mentor movement.
Read MoreThe gender pay gap and other inequity is and continues to be an issue in this 21st century. Improving gender equality contributes to healthier, more prosperous and inclusive workplaces and communities where everyone can reach their full potential.
Read MoreRegardless of someone's race, gender, sexual orientation, religion or abilities, everyone deserves to be treated with respect and receive the same treatment, access to resources and a chance to excel. As leaders, we set the tone for creating a welcoming environment where people can be their authentic selves and feel a sense of belonging.
Read MoreAs you work on making positive changes this year, consider carrying forward the spirit of innovation, collaboration, and the shared wisdom of reverse mentoring. It's not simply about passing on knowledge, it's about building bridges, shaping the future of work, and creating a workplace culture where everyone learns and grows together. Let the magic of reverse mentoring today help shape your workplace in the future.
Read MoreNow is as good time to have heartfelt conversations with your team and give praise and encouragement wherever and whenever possible. Make someone's day by being compassionate and focus on positive outcomes instead of minor shortfalls.
Setting the right conditions for a positive work environment and ensuring that everyone understands the important role they play in achieving success can be a game changer. People want their personal values to be in harmony with the cultural environment. They want to be happy, inspired and fulfilled at all stages of their career.
Read MoreDo you have mentor circles in your organization? Now more than ever we need connection and community. Implementing mentor circles is one way to pass on the benefits of mentorship to more people in your organization.
Virtual mentoring is an incredible way to enhance learning and development strategies. Investing in the right mentorship program helps organizations build trust with their employees, allows them to upskill their talents, fosters a sense of belonging and retains talent.
Read MoreThere are many techniques that leaders can use to enhance communication and make better connections with their employees, business partners, customers and the public. Internal communication is a key driver of employee engagement and a factor to determine whether employees stay committed, connected, satisfied and inspired in their job.
Read MoreTaking care of our mental health at home and in the workplace is important for people’s overall well-being.
Everyone deserves a healthy work environment where they feel valued and respected, are given the chance to flourish, and have the right resources when they need them.
Read MoreMargaret knew it was going to be a bad day when she arrived at work to find half her team out for a smoke in the parking lot at 9:15 (including a number of non-smokers) and the other half sending worried notes, hoping to book a Teams meeting.
Read MoreHow can leaders create diverse and inclusive workplaces? Implement sponsorship and allyship. Coach and thought leader, Salima Valji explains that sponsorship is a key allyship strategy, especially for women and women of colour.
Read MoreDoes your organization have flex appeal? During the pandemic employees around the world had no choice but to work from home. Today, your employees value flexibility. While you reflect on the future of work and where it’s going, consider how your organization will create a workplace that is truly flexible for all of your employees.
Read MoreThe traditional 9-to-5 work week is no longer the only way to work. The pandemic provided employees greater flexibility with the shift to remote work. Flexibility in when and where we work has become a priority for many of our employees post-pandemic. While organizations continue to explore flexibility at work, it’s important to understand the emergence of flexible work and how it is implemented in the workplace.
While mentoring and coaching both help individuals realize their full potential and growth in their personal and professional lives, there are key differences between the two relationships (or practices).
Read MoreCreating a wellness culture that encourages employees to adopt healthier lifestyles can provide many benefits to both employees and organizations. Implementing corporate wellness programs are an effective way to improve the health and wellness of your employees and demonstrate your organization’s investment in their well-being.
Read MoreMay is recognized as Global Employee Health & Fitness Month and Mental Health Awareness month. At Life Works Well, we believe in the importance of creating heart-centred cultures that keep employees happy, engaged, and living holistic healthy lifestyles. Here are some initiatives and activities leadership can incorporate in their wellness strategies that support physical, mental, emotional, and financial wellness.
There has been significant discourse on the future of work and the trends that will impact the workplace by both employers and HR leaders. The way our society worked and interacted experienced considerable change due to the spread of COVID-19. Now organizations are considering what decisions and changes need to be made today to prepare for the future of work.
What is HR? That’s the question that is on our minds this month, and a topic of great debate lately. What exactly does an HR professional do? What is the role of HR in an organization? It has definitely evolved and we’re here to help unravel it a little for you.
Every Women’s History Month, companies recognize the infinite accomplishments and contributions women have made to our society. But many organizations fail to acknowledge and show their appreciation for the contributions of women in their workplaces today.
