The People Purpose Blog

Your source for practical insights and the latest life-work trends from UKG experts and leaders. Whether you’re an HR team of one or leading a global HCM and workforce management strategy, we’ll help you make smart decisions for your organization and put people first in all you do.

UKG Survey Findings: How to Fix Work and Engage Employees

A UKG study shows that employees are disengaged and disillusioned with their jobs. But there’s hope: Here’s how we can fix work and re-engage employees today.

Coworkers celebrates DEI&B in the workplace

How to Measure Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEI&B)

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Quantifying DEI&B progress can be challenging. But with data-backed solutions, organizations can successfully measure culture and implement new initiatives.

Coworkers discuss salaries and pay transparency

What Pay Transparency Looks Like in 2023

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New pay transparency laws went into effect January 1. Here’s what the laws mean for employers and employees and how they affect HR.

Adapting to Workplace Change

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7 tips to help employees (and you!) stay motivated through change.

Latest Stories

Three men assess damage after Hurricane Ian

Payroll

Oct 12, 2022

How Hurricane Ian Impacted Workforce Activity

Will October shape up to be a trick or treat labor market? UKG is watching for signs that workforce activity declines may be accelerating

People hold a rainbow flag in a Pride parade in honor of National Coming Out Day

Life at UKG

Oct 11, 2022

“I Consider Myself One of the Lucky Ones”: A U Krewer Shares His Coming Out Story

In honor of National Coming Out Day, a U Krewer shares his personal story.

A small team of employees discusses culture and operations

Oct 10, 2022

3 People-Focused Leadership Tips to Hold Small Teams Together

Be an anchor for your team by following three simple steps to drive culture and operations.

Workforce Management

Oct 7, 2022

How to Overcome 4 Communication Challenges With Your Manufacturing Workforce

It’s nearly 1.5 times more challenging now than it was in 2018 for manufacturers to find qualified talent with the right skills. Learn strategies to communicate effectively with your workforce.

A frontline manager at a restaurant discusses the schedule with an employee

Life-Work Trends

Oct 4, 2022

3 Proven Tactics to Empower Frontline Managers

Explore three ways to empower frontline managers to improve employee engagement and your organization’s overall success.

Sep 29, 2022

ICYMI: HR News You Can Use—Mental Health, Mortgage Rates, and More

Check out this month’s top industry takeaways and what they mean for employers.