Brett Hellman, Page 7 of 11 | Author at Matter

Articles by Brett

95+ Onboarding Survey Questions for Managers [2026 Guide]

Discover onboarding survey questions for managers and hiring managers with examples, templates, and strategies to optimize new hire integration and success.

Employee Surveys

19+ Onboarding Survey Templates for New Hires [2026 Guide]

Access proven onboarding survey templates that streamline feedback collection, measure new hire success, and help you build exceptional employee experiences.

Employee Rewards

27 Team Building Challenges to Transform Culture [2026 Guide]

Discover 27 proven team building challenges that boost collaboration, engagement, and productivity. From virtual to in-person activities for every team.

Employee Recognition

45 Ways to Give Heartfelt Kudos to Employees [2026 Examples]

Learn how to give kudos to employees with impactful messages, emails, and examples. Use these templates to show appreciation and boost morale consistently.

Employee Surveys

13+ Best Pulse Survey Apps [2026 Growth & Engagement]

Discover pulse survey app solutions that integrate with workplace platforms. Compare features, tools, and apps that deliver real-time engagement insights.

Leadership

How Decisive Leadership Saved General Motors from Catastrophe

How Mary Barra’s decisive leadership saved General Motors from bankruptcy when an ignition switch failure caused 124 fatalities and 274 injuries.

Employee Recognition

100 Heartfelt Kudos for Coworkers [2026 Examples & Ideas]

Discover how to give kudos for coworkers with ready-to-use messages, examples, and cards. Explore templates, writing tips, and sample messages to uplift teams.

Productivity

What is Deliberate Listening and How to Conquer It

Listening helps you actually hear what others are saying. Reporter Ronnie Polaneczsky has some tips on how to be a more deliberate listener.

Productivity

What Is Diversity and How Does It Impact the Workplace?

Diversity and inclusion cannot be put on the back-burner anymore. The one-and-done diversity hires and seminars don’t cut it anymore. And let’s be honest, they never have. We need to do more for our employees, our companies, and our society.

Leadership

What is Servant Leadership and Why it's Important

After surviving an assassination attempt, the Pakistani activist turned this tragedy into a movement. She has devoted her life to fight for female education around the world earning her spot among the many historic, servant leaders.

Productivity

Tips to Keep Your One-on-One Meeting Productive

To create those strong connections with your team, ensure there is a balance between professional and personal development during your one-on-one meeting. Remember, to dedicate time to your peers and be present during those one-on-one conversations.

Productivity

What Is My Work Style

Your work style is how you do your best work in the most efficient way. Understand your preferred work style and how you can leverage it to do your best work yet.

Employee Engagement

Thank You Letter to Coworkers [Examples + Tips]

If you’re questioning whether or not you should write a thank-you letter to coworkers, the answer is always yes! There are numerous benefits of showing gratitude at work, both for your coworkers and for yourself.

Employee Engagement

Thank You Email to Coworkers [Examples + 7 Tips]

Sending a thank-you email to coworkers is an easy way to show your gratitude. Of course, there are pros and cons when sending a thank you email rather than a handwritten note.

Employee Engagement

Thank You Notes to Coworkers [15 Tips & Examples]

Writing a thank you note to coworkers for a gift or even for their contribution to a project is a great way to build positive relationships at work. The most important thing is to express sincere gratitude.

Employee Engagement

Thank You Letter to Coworkers When Leaving a Job (5 Tips + Guide)

It’s always a good idea to send a thank-you letter to coworkers when leaving a job. This allows you to express your gratitude and depart on good terms!

Productivity

Why Goal Setting Is Important and How to do It

Melanie Perkins believes in setting goals so big they frighten you. Goals so enormous that you can’t always articulate them, can’t always see the path ahead, and you’re unsure whether it’s actually achievable.

Employee Recognition

Kudos Points: 2026 How-to Guide for Recognition Employee

Learn what kudos points are, how they work, and how to give them to team members. Discover how to use coins for rewards and kudos in recognition.

Employee Surveys

Employee Net Promoter Score [27+ Tips & 2026 Guide]

Master employee net promoter score with expert guidance on methodology, calculation, benchmarks, and proven strategies for measuring employee loyalty.

Employee Surveys

39+ Pulse Survey Examples [2026 Questions & Templates]

Discover pulse survey examples and question templates to measure employee engagement. Get ready-to-use examples, scenarios, and frameworks for every workplace.

Employee Surveys

23+ Pulse Survey Best Practices [2026 Strategies & Guide]

Discover pulse survey best practices to maximize employee engagement effectively. Learn proven strategies, examples, and methods to drive better survey results.