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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Robert Half Named One of The Best Places to Work in the Bay Area
Company recognized as a top workplace in the Bay Area by the San Francisco Business Times, Silicon Valley Business Journal and Fortune MENLO PARK, Calif., June 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Global talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half (NYSE: RHI) has been recognized as one of the 2025 Bay Area Best Places to Work by the San Francisco Business Times and the Silicon Valley Business Journal. Nominees were selected based on scores obtained from an independent survey of workers in the Bay Area. The featured companies are those whose employees rated them highest on key factors, including compensation and benefits, collaborative culture, and management practices. "Receiving this recognition—driven by employee feedback—is an honor and a reflection of our people-first workplace culture," said Lynne Smith, senior vice president of global human resources at Robert Half. "We're dedicated to helping our employees reach their full potential; feel valued and supported; and grow meaningful, long-term careers—reflecting the qualities that make Robert Half a great place to work." Robert Half was also recently named among the Fortune Best Workplaces in the Bay Area 2025 by Great Places to Work®. About Robert HalfRobert Half (NYSE: RHI) is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions and business consulting firm, connecting highly skilled job seekers with rewarding opportunities at great companies. We offer contract talent and permanent placement solutions in the fields of finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support, and we also provide executive search services. Robert Half is the parent company of Protiviti®, a global consulting firm that delivers internal audit, risk, business and technology consulting solutions. In the past 12 months, Robert Half, including Protiviti, has been named one of the Fortune® Most Admired Companies™ and 100 Best Companies to Work For. Explore talent solutions, research and insights at View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Robert Half
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Workplace Injuries Are Reduced with Employee Appreciation
Research finds that employee recognition can decrease workplace injuries among French workers by up to 50% LOUGHTON, England, June 10, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Latest research reveals that frequently recognising employees for their efforts and achievements can decrease the likelihood of workplace injuries among French workers by up to 50%. This is a key finding from O.C. Tanner's 2025 Global Culture Report which gathered data and insights from 38,075 workers from 27 countries including 1,208 from France. The report highlights how feeling unappreciated worsens mental health and this then increases the likelihood of workplace accidents. Robert Ordever, European MD of O.C. Tanner explains: "There's a clear link between deteriorating mental health and greater instances of workplace injuries, with mental illness often leading to decreased concentration, reduced cognitive function, and impaired decision-making abilities. Workers struggling with their mental health have their condition worsened when they feel unappreciated by their managers and colleagues." The Report highlights how regularly recognising employees for their efforts and achievements, not only improves workers' wellbeing, but noticeably reduces the odds of them reporting a workplace accident. Employees suffering from burnout are 50% less likely to have a workplace accident when their organisation has a formal recognition programme in place. For those workers with probable depression, their odds of reporting a workplace accident are 11% when their organisation is WITHOUT a recognition programme. For workers with probable depression but WITH a recognition programme in place, their odds of reporting a workplace accident are reduced to just 8%. Ordever says, "Implementing a recognition programme that allows all employees to regularly express gratitude to colleagues, not only reduces the likelihood of burnout, anxiety, and depression, but also cuts the number of workplace injuries. But it's important to note that having a recognition programme is not enough in itself. The organisation must champion the giving of appreciation on a daily basis, and encourage recognition that's sincere, tailored to the individual and meaningful. When the importance of recognition is understood and prioiritised, organisations can enjoy truly impactful business outcomes." About 2025 Global Culture Report The O.C. Tanner Institute uses multiple research methods to support the Global Culture Report, including interviews, focus groups, cross-sectional surveys, and a longitudinal survey. Qualitative findings came from 27 focus groups among employees, leaders, and HR practitioners of larger organisations. About O.C. Tanner O.C. Tanner is the global leader in personalised employee recognition solutions that improve workplace cultures so people feel appreciated, do their best work, and stay. Its Culture Cloud is a suite of apps and solutions, including recognition, service awards, wellbeing, leadership, and celebrations that help people thrive at work. O.C. Tanner provides these and other services for thousands of the most respected companies in the world. For more information visit View source version on Contacts Liz Boote, Loudhailer PR E: T: +44(0)7795 362727 Sign in to access your portfolio
Trade Arabia
30-05-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
Bahrain Airport Services honours over 160 top employees
Bahrain Airport Services recently celebrated the dedication and long-standing commitment of over 160 of its staff members at the Annual Employee Long Service Award Ceremony held in the kingdom. The event, held at the Mövenpick Hotel Bahrain, was organised to honour employees who had completed 10 to 35 years of service at the organization, demonstrating exceptional loyalty and professionalism in their work, said a statement from BAS. It was attended by BAS Chief Executive Officer, Eng. Mohamed Khalil Ahmed, along with members of its trade union. This annual initiative reflects BAS's continued commitment to cultivating a culture of recognition, gratitude, and long-term employee engagement, while celebrating the strong relationships built across decades of service, it stated. Speaking on the occasion, Khalil Ahmed said: "We are proud to recognise our long-serving team members whose dedication has been instrumental to the company's progress and achievements." "Their steadfast loyalty and contributions reflect the core values that define BAS," he stated. Lauding the employees for their exceptional service, Khalil Ahmed said: "BAS remains committed to empowering its people through ongoing development and engagement programmes, recognising that a motivated and capable workforce is an essential driver of innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable success."
Daily Mail
29-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
Employer blasted for 'insulting' gift they gave to employee as reward for working 40 years: 'That's genuinely so sad'
An employer has come under fire online after marking a supermarket employee's 40 years of service with just 40 sausage rolls - one for each shift over the coming weeks. Kevin Parsons, 56, has worked at the Alliance supermarket in Guernsey since 1984, and bosses chose to recognise his four decades of dedication with a certificate, a tropical-themed mural for his home and a sausage roll for every upcoming shift. While Kevin was gracious in receiving the gifts, and posed up a storm with his employer, many people branded the gift 'insulting'. 'Words can't express my appreciation,' he said at a ceremony held in-store on Monday, surrounded by colleagues and management. 'It's been a long 40 years but I've loved every minute of it.' Reflecting on his time at the supermarket, Kevin added that prospective employees would need roller skates to match his pace, the BBC reported. Chris Fish, chairman of Alliance, praised Kevin's work ethic and contributions to the community. He called him an 'exemplary' worker since the start of his career with the company, adding that Kevin consistently tries to assist in any way he can. Chris commended Kevin's community work and 'valuable' efforts to raise money for charity. Commercial director Laura Golden said the response to their Facebook post celebrating Kevin's milestone showed just how adored he is. The company values everyone as 'the same', said Laura, and praised Kevin's representation of the independent retailer's values. However, the public reaction to the celebration, particularly the sausage rolls, was far less glowing. Popular social media page Pubity posted about the incident on Instagram, and followers didn't hold back. 'That's genuinely so sad,' one person wrote. Another commented sarcastically: 'Can't wait for the 40 year bonus! I'm sure they'll do everything they can to show their appreciation for serving half my life here!' The tone across the comment section was one of disbelief and disappointment. 'Seriously? That's how you honour 40 years of loyalty? No wonder people nowadays do not take jobs seriously. 'Instead, focus on yourself and work on your higher goals,' wrote one user. The gap between Kevin's commitment and the perceived lacklustre reward didn't go unnoticed. One commenter said: 'You helped me sell 400,000 sausages over 40 years and I earned millions. 'Here's your share of 40 sausages.' Others accused the company of being stingy, with one follower writing: 'They're trying to give him a heart attack to not pay retirement.' Another said: 'This company didn't deserve his determination and work ethic. 'A shame that he wasted 40 years in a business that disrespected him.' While Kevin may be a beloved figure within the store, the online response has made it clear that the public feels his loyalty deserved more than pastry. Heartbroken internet users rushed to Kevin's defence, shocked at his apparently meagre gift In fact, almost a third of British workers don't receive a single present from their bosses when they retire, according to research. A study of 2,000 retirees revealed that 31 per cent of people were not given a leaving gift. Another seven per cent did slightly better - at least they got a 'sorry you're leaving' card. The average retirement gift is worth just £2.17 for every year of work, according to the survey by Skipton Building Society. Most retirees can expect a gift worth around £101.89 when they call time on their career - equivalent to just £2.17 for each year of the average 47-year working lifetime. Gift vouchers and flowers are the most common retirement gifts - while some workers had to settle for 'an invite to the office Christmas party'. Rebecca Willey, of the Skipton Building Society, said: 'After years of working, particularly if you have done a long term with the same company, most would expect a nice gift, or something special to wave them off into their retirement. 'But in reality, it seems that the gift you receive is nothing compared to the time and effort you have put into working over the years. 'And there are worryingly large number of people are lucky to receive a card at the most.' Gift vouchers are the most popular choice, followed by a bunch of flowers, a personalised gift and something for their home. But some lucky workers received a night away, tickets to a Formula One event and an all-expenses paid party.
Forbes
28-05-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Collective Effervescence: Hope From HR Leaders As They Face Challenges
Teamwork and thought leadership can overcome any challenge. If you're in the business of HR nowadays, the world of work can feel bleak. The divides amongst us grow broader and deeper; our businesses face layoffs, real and existential threats; DEIB has become a four-letter word; the C-suite implore us to help solve and ready the organization for an AI-laden near future, except instead of building the plane as we fly it, we're dismantling and repurposing the parts as we take off. At the interpersonal level, those of us in HR can feel like caretakers. We are the willing, compassionate warriors who strive to prevent and alleviate the suffering of others. We are a place where people air their grievances. And many times, that's a good thing. But who cares for the caretakers? Enter Workhuman Live, an HR conference put on by Workhuman, an employee recognition software company. My team attended Workhuman Live in Aurora, Colorado, the week of May 12th this year, and came home full of topical insights, new friends, and, more importantly, hope. Waypower and Willpower In psychology and the social sciences, hope is a measurable psychological state with tremendous power to enable action. Its component parts are Waypower and Willpower. Waypower encompasses the strategies necessary to achieve a goal, and willpower refers to the motivational energy required to reach it. Workhuman Live and events like these, when done well, can provide both. For ten years, Workhuman Live has gathered HR professionals, senior leaders, social scientists, and thought leaders to explore: How do we make work more human? From the likes of Adam Grant and Trevor Noah this year, to Michelle Obama, Brené Brown, Amal Clooney, and others in past years, this conference explores a wide range of topics. It seeks to unpack big questions, ponder challenging ones, and tread on uncomfortable ones, providing a place for HR professionals to collaborate, strategize, and bring actionable insights home to make a meaningful impact. This all contributes to the Waypower aspect of Hope. Beyond the brainpower and best practices, though, this conference provided attendees with the powerful experience of collective effervescence, a sociological term describing the feeling of belonging and connection to a group, making one feel like they are part of something larger. With high-energy visuals, engaging and thoughtful emcees KeyAnna Schmiedl and Holly Ransom, high-powered speakers, coffee bars, customizable water bottles, and (actually) good, healthy food, the week in Colorado at Workhuman Live was a place of connection and re-energization. Through this, Workhuman Live enlivened our Willpower. Key Themes: AI is Here to Stay One of our biggest takeaways from this year's conference was, possibly no surprise, the role of AI as a workplace disruptor. Met by some with cautious optimism, others with trepidation, and others with doomsday predictions, there is no doubt that AI is here to stay and changing work in ways yet to be fully revealed. With heavy-hitters weighing in like Adam Grant, Kelly Jones, the Chief People Officer at Cisco, and Kerry Dryburgh, the Chief Human Resources and Communications Officer at BP, it was nice to know that we are kindred spirits pondering the question: how will AI affect the future of work, workforces, and (up)skilling? Adam Grant suggested that we tap into the collective wisdom and creativity of our own workforces by launching a sort of AI hackathon, inviting employees to unlock the best possible ways to deploy AI to improve the organization. Whether you take his advice or not, the answer is not to crawl under your desk in the fetal position and hope that AI goes away soon. Great leaders are People-Centric We sat down and interviewed conference presenters, authors, and leaders, and asked them to differentiate between good and great leaders. Although our interviewees hailed from different industries, backgrounds, and areas of study, they all agreed that great leaders need to be people-centric, building relationships and cultivating the best in their people. Best-selling author and keynote speaker Cy Wakeman has been pondering this question for some time. Her insights were summed up with 'I think there's a totally new skill needed for great leaders. They are not going to manage the systems and the processes. That is for AI. Leaders should be managing the energy of their people. The new great leaders will be alchemists.' Niamh Graham, Vice President, Global HR at Workhuman said the great leaders truly care about their people. '[They] have to be a good listener, and [they] have to care.' We also spoke with Kia Afcari, Director of Greater Good Workplaces at UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center (GGSC), who brings an academic lens to the question, given the GGSC's focus on the psychology and neuroscience behind wellbeing in the workplace. Kia shared, 'We've been doing a lot of research and writing on kindness in leadership. Known in academia as prosocial behavior, prosociality is generally defined as 'positive' social behavior intended to promote the welfare of others. Companies with prosopical CEOs perform better. Employees perform better for prosocial managers.' He writes in his article Why Kind Workplaces are More Successful, 'fostering a prosocial and well-being–oriented workplace is not only 'the right thing to do' but also a strategic business decision.' One way to initiate a more intentional approach to developing people-centric leaders is to explore the compassionate leadership toolkit, which includes a free assessment, and consider attending WorkHuman's next conference for educational and morale purposes.
