Wow, what a month so far. Whether it's you, a coworker, a manager, we're all struggling (but adjusting) in our unique ways. So, let's start making empathy central to our conversations at work.
As many of us took over kitchen tables, couches, home offices, and even our bedrooms the last year left many people struggling to connect with others via Zoom, Slacks, Teams, and many other apps.
In an office setting, you know overcommitting is a recipe for disaster. Apply that same mindset while working from home. We understand that saying “uh-uh” doesn’t come naturally, but communicating a healthy no will avoid burning out.
According to the Oxford University Press, listening means to “take notice of and act on what someone says.” While hearing refers to “the faculty of perceiving sounds.” Spot the difference?
You’ve probably heard that cliché statement, “Feedback is a gift!” from mentors, supervisors, and bosses more times than you care to remember. Sure it’s catchy, but is it true?
At the core of everything… Communication is the key skill that keeps the world spinning (not up for debate). Harvard Business Review recently found that spurts of rapid-fire communication, with intervals of silence, leads to higher performance.
Since our launch, we've heard the growing need for more customization when it came to gathering feedback. Now with Custom Surveys, you'll be able to gather feedback on specific skills based on the peers you're asking and your interactions with them.
When Fortune magazine asked former CEO of PepsiCo, Indra Nooyi, what the most important leadership advice she received, Nooyi said, “Whatever anybody says or does, assume positive intent.” It makes for a smoother conversation with your peer when you assume good intentions.
Matter is proud to announce it has successfully completed the System and Organization Controls (SOC) 2 Type II examination in recognition of its commitment to information security.
Reward and recognize your employees with custom service awards! Show appreciation for their work and dedication to the workplace by offering a personalized award.
Employee work anniversaries are a big deal for some team members. Find the right thoughtful touches on the best ways to congratulate them in this guide.
Celebrate your employee with the appropriate message based on their work tenure. Message ideas from under 5 years, 6-10 years, 11-15 years, and 16+ years of service.
Create a culture that people won’t leave with a successful employee rewards and recognition program that makes people feel appreciated, celebrated, and motivated.
