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Good day, HR heroes! As employee engagement takes center stage in the quest to retain top talent, we’ve got just what you need to light the spark within your workforce. Get ready to power up your engagement levels and build stronger connections.

On the agenda: 

😇 Engagement = Retention: The key to a thriving workplace (plus 20 ideas).

☠️ The Silent Work Killer: That's ravaging workplaces once more…

📊 Smart Recruitment Tracker: Easily track using this Excel workbook.

SPOTLIGHT

Employee Engagement: Your Secret Weapon for Retention (Plus 20 Ideas)

With employees demanding more from their roles — whether it’s flexibility, growth opportunities, or meaningful work — keeping that spark alive is a real challenge.

A recent study by Gallup found that only 32% of US workers are engaged at work, meaning a significant number of employees are mentally checked out, which can lead to higher turnover and decreased productivity… 😬

But here's the good news: employee engagement can be the secret weapon that boosts retention, satisfaction, and overall business success.

How an engaged workforce can benefit your organization:

• 🚀 Increased productivity: Engaged employees are more motivated and invested in their work.

• 💡 Better innovation: Employees who feel connected to their role are more likely to contribute creative ideas.

• 🏆 Higher job satisfaction: Engaged employees experience a greater sense of fulfillment, which leads to loyalty.

• 📊 Reduced turnover: Companies with high engagement see significantly lower employee turnover.

• 💪 Stronger company culture: Engaged teams contribute to a more positive and collaborative work environment.

• 🏅 Improved customer satisfaction: Motivated employees are more likely to provide exceptional service.

Looking to enhance employee engagement within your organization? Uncover the 20 creative activities and strategies we identified that can help keep your workforce inspired and productive. From team-building games to recognition initiatives, these ideas will make a real difference.

⬇️ Check out the full guide of employee engagement activities and ideas.

TODAY’S DEAL

Track Smarter, Hire Better: With This Excel Recruitment Tracker

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Designed specifically for recruitment professionals, this tool offers an intuitive Excel interface to easily organize and manage candidate details, track application statuses, and monitor key metrics like time-to-hire and source effectiveness. With built-in filters, conditional formatting, and real-time updates, you’ll always have a clear overview of your pipeline.

Save time, reduce errors, and make more informed hiring decisions — all with a flexible, cost-effective Excel solution tailored to your needs. Whether you're managing a small team or overseeing a large recruitment effort, this tracker ensures you're staying organized and ahead of the competition. Let our tracker simplify your hiring process today!

Don’t let disorganized spreadsheets or missed opportunities slow you down — take control of your recruitment process today. Download our tracker and start optimizing your hiring efforts! 👇

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NEWS THAT MATTERS

🔹 The Silent Work Killer That's Ravaging Workplaces Once More

Burnout is rife and a reason so many employees are taking time off work to manage the issues; HR Grapevine reports on ways employers can prevent matters from escalating. [HR Grapevine]

🔹 HR Hurricane Preparedness: Focusing on Safety at Work — and at Home

The leadership team at Limbach contacts every employee before and after a storm to make sure they are safe, the company’s people leader said. [HR Dive]

🔹 “Work from Home is Dying” – NYC Offices Nearly Full as Workers Return in Droves

New data on office attendance suggest a shift in the remote work trend that surged during the pandemic. In-person work is gaining traction, particularly in major urban centers. [Benzinga]

HR ADVICE

Health & Safety Policy: What to Include and How to Write One

It’s perhaps one of the most important documents your organization will ever need. A comprehensive health and safety policy is a must for every organization, large or small, as it affirms the organization’s legal responsibilities when it comes to ensuring the safety of everyone in your workplace.

Health and safety policies are comprehensive documents, covering plenty of topics, including what risks are present in the workplace, how to work safely in respect of these risks, training needs, and who’s responsible for what. This article will guide you through writing one.

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BREAKROOM

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