The Secret Sauce for Retention, Amazon’s Office Mandate, Team-Building Activities - Oct 9, 2024

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Hello, HR champions! 👋 Be ready to ignite your team’s spirit and engagement levels with some team-building activities (which are actually fun and effective). Oh, and we’ve brought back our weekly news rundown to keep you up to date — along with a meme to brighten your day!

On the agenda:

• Why employee benefits aid retention (20 reasons)

• Amazon’s mandate and hidden power play

• A team-building activity guide — your weekly GIFT download

SPOTLIGHT

Why Employee Benefits Are the Secret Sauce for Retention

In the bustling world of HR, one thing is clear: offering stellar employee benefits is no longer just a perk — it's a necessity. Let’s break down a few of these benefits which are crucial for attracting and retaining top talent:

✔️ Enhance your reputation: Companies known for excellent benefits attract positive attention. A stellar reputation not only draws in talent but also fosters customer loyalty and trust.

✔️ Boost team morale: Employees who feel valued are more engaged. When benefits prioritize their health and well-being, they tend to perform better and stick around longer.

✔️ Reduce turnover costs: Hiring and training new employees can drain resources. Offering attractive benefits helps keep your current team happy and cuts down on those expenses.

But that’s just scratching the surface… In short, investing in a solid employee benefits program isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s a strategic necessity that pays dividends in productivity and retention.

Curious to explore more about tailoring an impactful benefits package?

Read the full guide and article for more insight! 👇

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NEWS THAT MATTERS

🔹 C-suite execs have lost confidence in IT, including CIOs

Enterprise leaders see IT teams as less capable of delivering basic functions than they did a decade ago. A business-centric approach could help turn the tide. [CIO]

🔹 Nearly half of emerging leaders struggle to manage workplace conflict

Managers tend to recognize this weakness in themselves, and effective training could help them address concerns and build better teams, DDI says. [AUTOMTIVE DIVE]

🔹 The job interview question that ‘stumped’ this HR expert

Holly Taylor, direct of people at a consulting company, says she can learn a lot about a candidate from their response. [CNBC]

HR ADVICE

10 Simple and Effective Team-Building Strategies

In the absence of effective leadership, productivity levels diminish, teamwork is nowhere to be found, and communication between departments doesn’t happen. Such trends can deflate any workforce’s spirit. Revitalize your team with these simple yet powerful team-building strategies. Read more »

WEEKLY GIFT

Transform Your Team Dynamics with This Activity Guide

Unlock the secrets to stronger teamwork with our Team-Building Activity Guide! Included is five creative exercises along with instructions for each so you can foster collaboration and camaraderie in your workplace. Try them out and let us know how it goes!

BREAKROOM

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