Members OnlyEmployee retention has become a key topic of concern for higher ed employers. Many are struggling not only with high turnover rates, but with increased difficulty in sourcing and hiring qualified candidates for open positions. In May 2022, CUPA-HR research indicated that as many as 57 percent of current non-faculty employees surveyed were somewhat likely... View Article
Whether you’re a CHRO or an HR manager, you most likely have staff who report to you. While the typical ways of celebrating Employee Appreciation Day (the first Friday in March), such as bringing in breakfast or throwing a surprise middle-of-the-day office party, aren’t bad, you can show your staff you care about them in... View Article
Members OnlyMost simply stated, a stay interview is a structured, informal conversation between a representative of the employer, such as a manager or an HR representative, and an employee. Structured because there are certain questions that should be asked. Informal because an informal setting puts both parties at ease and makes the conversation more robust and informative. The purpose is to... View Article
Members OnlyExit interviews offer employers to gain knowledge and address workplace problems contributing to attrition while concurrently out-processing a departing employee. An exit interview is typically conducted in a face-to-face meeting but can also be conducted online. By conducting exit interviews, HR leaders can better manage PR, avoid viral social media postings or simply diffuse a... View Article
Members OnlyHigher education has traditionally paid lower wages for like jobs than have private sector employers. However, salary is not the only factor that can make a position attractive to prospective candidates. In addition to offering the more standard non-health insurance benefits such as short- and long-term disability, life insurance, home and auto insurance and wellness... View Article
Members OnlyMany businesses and institutions are developing workplace wellness programs to combat the growing number of “lifestyle diseases” such as diabetes, high cholesterol and obesity. In addition to the positive effects of a wellness program on individual health, the employer benefits include reduced group insurance claims, improved employee performance and greater employee attendance. These programs target... View Article