Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Caroline Castrillon covers career, entrepreneurship and women at work. According to Gallup data, employee engagement rose two ...

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Editorial Note: We earn a commission from partner links on Forbes Advisor. Commissions do not affect our editors' opinions or evaluations. Both employee recognition and employee appreciation are ...

Managers play a big role in how employees feel work, accounting for 70% of variance in employee engagement. For this reason, manager-to-direct-report recognition is vital for creating a culture where ...

Even with the best intentions, a fragmented approach to employee recognition often fails to engage all employees across different departments, roles, and locations. Many organizations unintentionally ...

Effective employee recognition strategies, tailored to individual needs, can foster stronger emotional connections and boost engagement and loyalty. Establishing a routine of regular appreciation as a ...

Hiring exceptional people is every business leader’s goal, but relying on a few star performers isn’t a sustainable business strategy. A winning team needs a solid roster of well-trained, high-quality ...

While everything from the coldest January in 14 years to trade wars to wildfires have pressured restaurants to start 2025, labor remains a constant in the ever-evolving task of balancing costs in this ...

Nowhere is this more important than in healthcare, where patients may be anxious, in pain, or unable to communicate their needs. Even if your facility employs top doctors, a 2013 study found that the ...