Neurodiversity is becoming the new ‘buzzword’ to pay attention to. Neurodiversity is the concept of people experience in our world differently – that there is no one right way of thinking, learning and behaving. As we learn more about neurodiversity, it’s time for the workplace to embrace the changes that come with recognizing that everybody… View Article
In a previous post, 4 Employee Retention Strategies that Actually Work, we looked at Waze that employers could entice employees to come back to the office rather than working from home. One strategy was to create an environment based on the needs and desires of the employees. We also looked at how TELUS Digital was… View Article
COVID-19 gave the world a new mindset that began focusing on individuals and their emotional and physical needs. Companies have traditionally operated under the approach of working for the organization rather than self-care at the individual level. In the new workplace environment, employees’ health has become an essential focus. One way to focus on employees’… View Article
The environment in which we work is rapidly evolving. Employees are demanding more from the workplace in the form of technology, convenience and infrastructure. Here are 4 ways the workplace can deliver more: Offices should offer mixed-use functionality rather than generic cubicle space. The environment must allow for people to feel safe, included and empowered…. View Article
Encouraging employees to return to the workplace after three years of working from home has become a struggle for some businesses. The right incentives can motivate people to come into the office and enhance performance. Here are some incentives to offer employees: 3 Places as Flexible Work Spaces Creating a workplace that offers inclusivity and… View Article
Previously, we talked about the Fitwel Standard and the categories that they look at in determining how health-conscious a commercial building’s design is. Here we are going to dive into their 6 strategies for workplace buildings. Here are some of the methods Fitwel proposes for making more beneficial private structures: Habitable Units – offering sunlight, operable… View Article