SHRM Blog

Over the past year, I have received calls from many HR professionals who have experienced an increase in managers seeking assistance with mental health challenges among their staff. Employees are sometimes disconnected and disengaged, having unexpected verbal outbursts and being aggressive. 

The impact of the pandemic on mental health has been tremendous to include an increase in depression, bipolar disorder episodes, anxiety behaviors and other mental health issues. According to a recent survey from SHRM, “Nearly half (48 percent) of employed Americans report feeling mentally and physically exhausted at the end of...

What is one labor market trend that we're experiencing now, or is about to unfold?

To help organizations stay ahead of labor market trends, we asked HR professionals and business leaders this question for their best predictions. From the continued expansion of remote work to early Baby Boomer retirements, there are several labor market...

What is one way companies can help build trust in remote work environments?

To help organizations build a trusting work environment, we asked HR influencers and thought leaders this question for their best tips. From setting clear expectations to addressing manager biases involving remote work, there are several steps that employers can take to improve their workplace cultures. 

Here are ten ways to build trust in remote work environments: 

• Set clear expectations from the beginning
• Place Value in Employee Wellbeing
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We hear digital transformation more frequently than ever, a needed disruptor of businesses and for their growth. So, what is digital transformation? According to CIO, "digital transformation is a foundational change in how an organization delivers value to its customers with the implementation of new technologies, talent, and processes to improve business operations and serve their customers better." Remote work due to the pandemic has accelerated the pace. In addition, the adoption of technology which takes years in digital transformation, has sped up in just months due to Covid19. Automation is part of the digital transformation, automation as defined by IBM, is...