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Research and Workforce Trends

9 Benefits of Meditation in the Workplace and How to Get Started

As the modern workplace looks to focus on culture, incorporating a practice that supports mindfulness, helps to relieve stress and anxiety, and boosts creativity is a natural fit.
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Research and Workforce Trends

The Big Game Brings a Big Spike in Employees Sidestepping Work

An estimated 16.1 million U.S. employees plan to miss work the Monday after Super Bowl LVIII. Open communication can help prevent gaps in coverage, build trust, and create a great place to work. 
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Research and Workforce Trends

Three Ways UKG Is Reimagining Inclusion Through Belonging, Equity, and Impact

UKG releases a one-of-a-kind interactive, digital experience that brings social impact stories and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging to life for employees, partners, and communities.
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Research and Workforce Trends

What We Can All Learn About Overcoming Adversity from NWSL Athletes Sydney Leroux and Christen Press

How do you overcome setbacks, find motivation, and champion change? NWSL athletes Sydney Leroux and Christen Press share their secrets.
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Research and Workforce Trends

How to Connect to Your Purpose at Work

Purpose isn’t something you find—it’s something you value and nurture. Here are five ways to make your work more purposeful. 
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Research and Workforce Trends

Why Your People Are Key to An Effective AI Strategy

Human-centered, people-focused AI is the key to building an effective and purposeful AI strategy. 
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Research and Workforce Trends

Using AI Storytelling in Business

Learn the difference between predictive and generative AI, plus 10 advantages for incorporating AI storytelling into your business strategy.
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6 Ways to Build Resilience at Work (With Examples)

Change and resiliency go hand in hand. So how can you grow your resiliency muscle? Here are six ways to build resilience at work, according to UKG employees. 
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Research and Workforce Trends

Generative AI in HR: 5 Ideas to Consider

Generative AI has the power to affect the way we attract, hire, and retain talent. Here are five ideas to consider. 
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Research and Workforce Trends

The 4 Elements of Workplace Wellness

Employees must feel that their employer truly prioritizes their wellbeing to feel genuinely supported. Learn the four elements of workplace wellness.  
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Research and Workforce Trends

5 Ways Businesses Can Leverage AI to Support Their People

Organizations have an opportunity to embrace artificial intelligence to better support working parents and caregivers. Here are five ways to use AI.
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Research and Workforce Trends

The 4 Equities Challenge: A Two-Step Way to Enhance Employee Experience

Learn the four equities at work and take this easy challenge to support employees and measurably improve their experience at your organization. 
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Research and Workforce Trends

4 Behaviors That Build Trust During Times of Change

When heading up a team or project during times of intense organizational change, using these four leadership behaviors will help you build a culture of trust and belonging. 
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Research and Workforce Trends

The Future of Benefits is Flexibility

Unlock the value of unused paid time off (PTO) to help your employees create flexible benefits packages to meet their individualized needs.
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Research and Workforce Trends

What is Employee Autonomy? Plus, Why It's Good for Business

Employee autonomy is having the ability to independently get work done. Here are three actions managers and employees can take to remove workplace constraints and create a more autonomous work environment.
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Research and Workforce Trends

Why Flexibility, Efficiency, and Recognition Should Be the Focus of Clinician Wellness

How can healthcare organizations create operational efficiencies that reduce the weight and stress being placed on clinicians and create a more supportive culture? Hint: It’s not about providing free pizza in the breakroom.
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Research and Workforce Trends

The Benefits of Emotion in the Workplace

Emotion in the workplace is an incredibly powerful force in driving business outcomes. Here are three ways to find your emotional north star.
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Research and Workforce Trends

Why Are Women More Stressed Out Than Men?

Recent studies show women are struggling disproportionately to men when it comes to many aspects of their work experiences and overall mental health. While the “life” portion of the “work-life journey” is largely out of employers’ control, there are five significant steps employers can take to help ease pressures on women with the aim of providing more equity and support for everyone.
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Research and Workforce Trends

A Super Bowl Holiday? I Wouldn’t Bet on It!

While at least one official petition arises each year proclaiming that Super Bowl Monday should be a national holiday, the movement has failed to catch hold despite millions saying they will either skip work or plan to work at less-than-optimal levels. How can organizations better plan for business continuity?
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Research and Workforce Trends

Op-Ed: The Role of Tribal Instincts in the Misinformation Age

Employers have a significant role to play in creating a culture that is inclusive of all people to combat misinformation and improve society.

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