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5 April, 2024

Mental Health at the Workplace: Psychological safety and belonging 

One of the greatest transformations in modern workplaces has been brought about by the hybrid work model. With many of the world’s employees working remotely or coming into the office on certain days, employers face new challenges. The integration of work and personal life has led to a range of issues, the most prominent ones being feelings of mistrust, miscommunication, and exclusion, with ensuing mental health issues in the workplace like anxiety and depression. Consider this finding disclosed in a WHO report-   These dismal statistics point to a need for organizational ownership to improve mental health outcomes in the new…

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22 March, 2024

Strategies to Enhance Employee Engagement at the Workplace 

“Highly engaged employees make the customer experience. Disengaged employees break it.” Timothy R. Clark   Employee engagement is a vast construct that touches almost all parts facets of human resource management we know hitherto. If every part of human resources is not addressed appropriately, employees fail to fully engage themselves in their jobs in response to this kind of mismanagement. In the ever-changing landscape of evolution, one crucial element sets thriving organizations apart from the rest: employee engagement. It’s the secret sauce that fuels productivity, fosters creativity, and cultivates a positive company culture. But engagement isn’t just about ping-pong tables and free…

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29 February, 2024

Employee Appreciation Day 2024: Appreciation Quotes to Show You Care

In the context of modern workplaces, one of the most potent tools for fostering a positive work culture is employee appreciation. As we celebrate Employee Appreciation Day 2024, it’s crucial to reflect on the profound impact that acknowledging and valuing employees can have on organizational success. Consider this- a study by Harvard Business School highlights that the optimal appreciation-to-criticism ratio is 5:1, which means that we should be sharing five positive comments for each criticism that is meted out, to ensure ‘effective feedback’ in our interpersonal relationships. Ultimately, the goal is to enable each person to deliver their best at…

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22 February, 2024

What Gen Z employees expect from the workplace: An HR Cheat Sheet 

The COVID-19 pandemic brought major waves of psychological differences for all those who transitioned from students to employees. From getting through university online to becoming full-time employees and immediately going to an office, some Gen Z employees may have had to re-learn a life of routine and adulthood. With this in mind, understanding the expectations of different generations is crucial for fostering a harmonious and productive environment. Gen Z, born between the mid-1990s and early 2010s, is emerging as a significant workforce demographic, bringing with them- unique values and expectations. As HR professionals strive to adapt to this shift, it’s…

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31 January, 2024

Allyship at Work in 2024: A Quick HR Guide 

Before we dive into this blog, let’s go through some eye-opening statistics related to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace:  In the current corporate arena, DEI&B (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging) have become increasingly important from an organizational perspective, not just for cultural enrichment, but also for business success. Studies have shown that diverse teams outperform more homogenous ones in both productivity and profitability. Additionally, organizations that are both diverse and inclusive are 70% more likely to capture new markets and 19% more likely to see higher innovation. However, to make these DEI&B goals actionable, facilitating allyship at the…

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11 January, 2024

HR Tech Trends in 2024: Redefining Employee Engagement

The last year has introduced some interesting changes in how work is done, right from the introduction of AI at work to welcoming millennials and even Gen Zs into positions of leadership. We dove into some research on what 2024 holds for HR and the verdict is clear- organizations are at the forefront of a revolution in human resources, propelled by technology. As businesses adapt to hybrid work models, the role of HR tech becomes pivotal in enhancing employee engagement and crafting a seamless employee experience. This blog covers 4 key trends that HR tech trends that HR can look…

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21 December, 2023

Wrapping 2023 and Unwrapping 2024: Gratifi’s Leaders Speak

The end of the year calls for reflection on past events and planning for the future. Hence, we took the opportunity to interview the 3 leaders at the helm of Gratifi’s operations- Tapas Lenka, Business Head- Gratifi, Pramod Ingle, Delivery Head- Gratifi as well as Payal Rai, Manager- Product Sales and Marketing. Read on as we cover topics related to recognition, company culture, HR tech as well as Gratifi’s unique offerings in the digital R&R space.  The Journey of An Idea We first spoke with Tapas, who summarized Gratifi’s journey as ‘Exciting, transformative and successful’. Gratifi started as a B2C…

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7 December, 2023

Special Days in 2024: A Calendar Every HR Needs to Create an Appreciation Culture

Introduction In the realm of human resources, the significance of acknowledging and celebrating special days throughout the year cannot be overstated. This blog delves into days that not only mark cultural, social, or personal events but also present invaluable opportunities for organizations to enhance employee engagement, fortify team cohesion, and foster a thriving workplace culture! While we continue with our blog series on creating a culture of appreciation in the organization, this calendar could not have been missed. Use this practical guide to plan events, contests, communication campaigns, and appreciation fests!   National Employee Appreciation Day: Friday, March 1st, 2023  Organize…

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