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Employees aren’t doing well—these psychologists can help HR fix that

HR Brew

While attending a wedding in 2017, Patricia Grabarek and Katina Sawyer found themselves catching up on all things work and life. By late 2017, the duo founded research and consulting firm Workr Beeing, then started a podcast, Thriving at Work , the following year to share insights directly with people pros.

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The Mental Health Crisis in the Workplace and Why Employers Can’t Ignore It

MP Wired For HR

Mental health-related absences jumped 33% in 2023 , marking a 300% increase from 2017. Monitor Workload and Burnout Watch for signs of stress or performance decline Balance workloads strategically Allow flexible work schedules and sufficient time off 4. This isn’t a fringe concern.

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Leadership’s Role in Supporting Employee Mental Health

MP Wired For HR

Mental-health-related absences rose by 33% in 2023, marking a 300% jump since 2017. Leaders must model healthy behavior by: Taking time off and encouraging others to do the same. Protect break times—lunches, mental health days, PTO. Consider these facts: 91% of employees say their mental health impacts their productivity.

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A Half-Hour Absence. Seven Years of FMLA Fallout.

The Employer Handbook

In May 2017, a pregnant employee left work halfway through her shift due to severe morning sickness. She later recorded four hours of holiday time for the absence—but she only had 3.5 At the time, her FMLA request was still pending. Read the full decision here → Fired over 30 minutes of “wrong” leave during pregnancy?

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How to Promote Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace: 13 Strategies to Boost DEI

Staffbase

It takes a lot of time, work, and resources — and you might not get it right straight away. more likely to want to stay at their company for a long time. According to a 2017 survey, businesses with diverse teams showed a 60% improvement in decision-making. Employees at diverse and inclusive organizations are 9.8x

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Announcing The Top 100 Internship Programs of 2024

Yello

Founded by WayUp in 2017, National Intern Day highlights outstanding interns and internship programs every year. Many nominations highlighted an outcomes focused approach with a focus on providing full time employment opportunities to their interns. Plus, they get to attend company-sponsored events like Dodgers and Mets games.

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15+ Creative Ways to Celebrate National Intern Day in 2025

Yello

Launched by WayUp in 2017, and continued by Yello since acquiring WayUp in 2021, National Intern Day has served as an opportunity for thousands of employers to recognize and thank their hardworking interns. Celebrate Intern Signing Day Going full-time? At Rocket Companies , interns attended an Arizona Diamondbacks game in Phoenix.