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Employee Monitoring Laws Explained: Federal vs. State Regulations

Say you track the computer activities that your employees know about. You have a member from Florida for whom the digital workplace policies don't matter much. Now, you are hiring a remote worker from Delaware for your team. You want to monitor your newbie. You may be unaware that employers in Delaware need the employees' consent before monitoring. Pretty confusing, right? You hire both employees from the U.S., but employee privacy rights vary from state to state.

17 Most Effective Productivity Metrics for Modern Workplaces

What comes to your mind when you've heard about 'Productivity Metrics'? A simple answer is that it provides several ways in which a certain person, a team, or a company can efficiently make a product or service. It's a measure of quantifying the productivity of the individual or team. In real, it is much more than numbers. Let's begin to see how you can take these metrics into actionable strategies in pursuit of an efficient, motivated, and productive workplace.

What is Employee Monitoring? How It Can Benefit Your Business

'Employee monitoring' is a term that has a paramount effect on businesses. While companies benefit from it, many face trouble for not having proper insights into workplace monitoring. The most common employee reaction is, 'Why does my job track so much?' Employees often feel uncomfortable with the monitoring. On the other hand, it fortifies businesses as employee monitoring software can do much more than staff tracking. After COVID-19, companies adopted remote work and hybrid work culture.

Minimum Time Between Shifts: Latest Laws and Requirements in 2024

Maddy, a nurse in New York, works from 8 AM to 1 PM. Then, she has a few hours off before she has to go back to work at 3 PM. She works until 8 PM. Well, as you can see it’s a long and hard shift for an employee to work. That's where the minimum time between shifts can help. It balances shifts and makes sure employees get enough rest. So, how much time is actually enough?

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Managing Remote Teams: 14 Proven Strategies for Success in 2024

Research indicates that remote workers may feel less connected to their bosses. In that case, it’s obvious that managing remote teams is full of challenges. That said, you can manage remote teams effectively by having regular meetings, communicating clearly, and providing flexibility. Plus, you should set clear expectations, allow for flexibility, focus on results, give positive feedback, and prioritize mental health and trust.

Flex Schedule: Everything You Need to Know with Pros and Cons

Flex schedule allows workers to set hours that suit them, improving health, productivity, and work-life balance. Today, it’s changing the way we work. For employees, they can help them balance work and personal life better. For employers, they can be a great way to increase productivity and attract the best workers. With 81% of workers preferring flexible hours, it's a win-win solution. So, for that reason, I’ll discuss — Let's make your day better. Ready to start?

How to Improve Employee Performance [16 Useful Strategies]

Improving employee performance is crucial for any business that wants to grow and keep growing. High-performing teams don’t just get more done, they lift everyone’s spirits and create a culture that’s always improving. In this article, we’ll explore practical and proven strategies for improving employee performance by focusing on management, training, motivation, and technology.

Compensatory Time: What It is and How to Calculate It

Compensatory time (or "comp time" for short) is a time off that employees get instead of overtime pay. For example, if you work an extra four hours on a busy Thursday, your employer might give you six hours off another day instead of paying you overtime wages. It's like a "time in the bank" system - you put in extra hours now and take them back later when things are slower.

Workforce Analytics: Definition, Types, and Examples

Workforce analytics uses real data—like employee performance, retention rates, and attendance records—to guide better decisions in companies. It’s a powerful way to improve hiring, productivity, retention, and overall workplace satisfaction. Once you grasp workforce analytics, you’ll understand how your team is performing and what motivates them. Then, you can say goodbye to the struggles to keep your team in rhythm.