Best Gifts for Employees: Practical, Affordable Ideas That Boost Morale
The right employee gift can lower turnover, lift morale, and strengthen your company culture for less than the cost of a single job posting.
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Workplace-Friendly National Days for Simple Team Engagement
This month-by-month guide of workplace-friendly national days provides simple, low-effort team activities to boost engagement, recognition, and...
Natalie Soltero, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
May 21, 2026
Maximize Productivity with Summer Office Hours
Discover how the right summer office hours for your business can boost productivity, enhance employee morale, improve retention, and support...
Sam Yoshida, SHRM-CP, MHR, Stratus HR Consultant
May 14, 2026
Workplace Wellness: Practical Strategies Employers Can Use
Create a healthier, more engaged workforce with practical strategies for workplace wellness, from movement and mental health to burnout prevention.
Natalie Soltero, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
Apr 30, 2026
Measure Employee Engagement to Improve Retention
When employees become disengaged over time, the warning signs may be hard to spot. Be proactive and minimize avoidable turnover with these...
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
Sep 4, 2025
Want to Improve Workplace Culture? Promote Friendships at Work
If your workplace culture could use a boost, here is a quick run-down of where to start, along with simple ways to help foster workplace friendships.
Natalie Soltero, SHRM-CP, Stratus HR Consultant
May 9, 2025
Is My Workplace Psychologically Safe?
Do your employees feel safe speaking up and making mistakes? Consider why your company policies (and culture) may be inhibiting organizational...
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Oct 25, 2024
Recognizing Life Events: How Small Gestures Enhance Employee Retention
While rewarding employees boosts productivity, recognizing employee life events creates a sense of community and belongingness that enhances...
Kristen Neilson, SHRM-SCP, Communication Manager
Sep 23, 2024
Estimated Time On HR: Employee Relations & Compliance Tasks
How much time should a Human Resources professional expect to spend on employee relations and compliance tasks? Our experts give their best estimates.
Sher Shields, MBA, Stratus HR Marketing Coordinator
Oct 11, 2022
