Remote Work Fatigue, Job Hunt Surge & Your Failproof Employee Plan - Feb 17, 2025

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Hey there, HR Hero! Sick of remote employee complaints? Well, they are too! Burnout is real, but don’t worry — we’ve got a failproof employee plan and the HR wisdom to keep your team thriving.

On the agenda: 

🏠 Remote Work Fatigue: Is your team losing focus? Plus, the remedies.

🔎 Job Hunt Surge: Why 93% of workers are on the prowl in 2025.

🧐 Failproof Employee Plan: With this SMART development bundle.

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SPOTLIGHT

Remote Work Fatigue: The Silent Productivity Killer

Remember when remote work felt like out of the question? No commute, pajama-friendly meetings, and complete flexibility… Jump forward a few years, and remote work fatigue is hitting hard! A lot of employees are burned out, disengaged, and struggling to maintain focus — and HR leaders are on the frontlines of fixing it.

The Data Speaks: A report by Hubstaff found that almost half of remote workers felt increased stress levels, while Gallup revealed that disengaged employees drain employers of 18% of their salary in lost productivity. The culprit? Zoom fatigue, lack of social connection, and blurred work-life boundaries.

How HR Can Help:

🔹 Redefine “Productivity” – Move away from time-tracking to results achieved.

🔹 Encourage Real Breaks – Lunch away from screens isn’t a indulgence — it’s required.

🔹 Rethink Meetings – Every discussion doesn’t require a Zoom meeting.

As remote and hybrid work become the norm, HR must take charge of creating a culture that prevents burnout while keeping employees engaged.

For a bulletproof roadmap to strengthen engagement, read HRAddict’s guide to counter any fatigue kicking in:

MONDAY’S STEAL

Make Your Employee Planning Failproof

Heard the saying, “By failing to plan, you are preparing to fail”? Well, we’ve got a much needed resource to counter declining staff levels! HRAddict’s SMART Goals Employee Development Plan is designed to eliminate ambiguity and build a results-driven workforce.

✅ Failproof & Customizable – Provides a clear roadmap for growth, boosting engagement, accountability, and productivity.

🎯 SMART Goal Framework – Uses Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound goals to drive results.

🖥️ Digital & Printable Formats – A simple to use fillable and printable PDF bundle.

🚀 Align Employees with Company Goals – Ensures individual work levels contributes to long-term business growth.

Give your team the clarity, direction, and motivation they need to thrive:

Ends February 19 — midnight EST.

NEWS THAT MATTERS

1️⃣ Why Over 9 in 10 Are Job Hunting in 2025 — A recent Monster poll reveals the majority of American workers plan to find another job this year. [HR Executive]

2️⃣ Major HR Firms Face Job Cuts Amid Industry Shift — Significant layoffs are impacting prominent HR companies as they navigate economic challenges. [FT]

3️⃣ UK Employers Plan Largest Layoffs in a Decade — A CIPD survey indicates that one in four UK employers intend to reduce their workforce. [Guardian]

4️⃣ Judge Unblocks Trump's 'Buyout' to Federal Employees — Approximately 75K federal workers accepted the deferred resignation proposal. [HR Dive]

5️⃣ ABC News NY Bureau Chief Exits After HR Probe — Joshua Hoyos has abruptly left the network following an HR investigation into his conduct. [NY Post]

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HR WISDOM

How to Use Social Media for Recruiting Employees: 7 Tips

The role of social media has evolved dramatically in recent years. Social media is no longer simply a place to create friendships and document memories — it’s also one of the top tools for attracting fresh talent to your latest roles. With over 5B people actively using social media, employers have an incredible arena to reach potential candidates directly.

However, with so many platforms available, it can be tricky to figure out where exactly to start when it comes to recruiting with social media.

In this article, we’ll explore the advantages and disadvantages of social recruiting, and we’ll provide you with essential tips and techniques for using social media to recruit employees that will elevate your company.

From identifying the right social channels to creating compelling content, we’ve got you covered!

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