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Employee Engagement


How to Run a Remote Meeting That People Actually Want to Attend
Remote meetings don't fail because people stop caring, they fail because they lack clear purpose and structure. Learn how small changes before, during, and after meetings can improve engagement, participation, and accountability.

Brittney Simpson
4 days ago6 min read


How to Onboard a Remote Employee the Right Way
Remote onboarding can make or break a new hire’s experience. This post breaks down how to build structure, clarity, and connection so remote employees feel confident, supported, and ready to succeed from day one.

Brittney Simpson
5 days ago6 min read


Helping a New Hire Actually Assimilate (This Does Not Happen on Its Own)
New hires often complete onboarding tasks but still struggle to feel fully effective. This post explores how assimilation, expectations, relationships, and unwritten rules shape a new employee’s success beyond the first week.

Brittney Simpson
Jun 116 min read


August 2026 Holidays & Observances: Your Full Monthly Calendar Overview
A clear and practical guide to August 2026’s key holidays, observances, and awareness months in the United States—plus simple ways to engage, reflect, and participate meaningfully across workplaces and communities throughout the month.

Brittney Simpson
Jun 106 min read


How to Help Remote Workers Feel Connected
Your virtual happy hours aren't the reason remote employees feel connected. Here's what actually works.

Brittney Simpson
Jun 105 min read


My Remote Employees Seem Disengaged. Is It a Performance Issue or a Connection Issue?
Remote disengagement can look like a performance issue, but it is often a connection issue underneath. Before jumping to conclusions, it helps to understand what is really driving the change so you respond in the right way.

Brittney Simpson
Jun 95 min read


How to Build a Strong Company Culture When Your Team Rarely Meets in Person
Remote teams can function smoothly on the surface while still lacking real connection and shared culture. This post explores why remote culture does not happen automatically and what leaders can do to build stronger communication, clearer expectations, and intentional habits that bring teams together, even when they rarely meet in person.

Brittney Simpson
Jun 95 min read


How to Handle Emotional Reactions When Giving Feedback
Giving feedback is hard, especially when emotions take over. This post breaks down how managers can stay calm, keep conversations productive, and ensure feedback actually lands without backing off or losing clarity.

Brittney Simpson
May 215 min read


July 2026 National Days, Holidays & Monthly Observances
July 2026 is filled with national holidays, cultural observances, and awareness days. This guide highlights key dates and thoughtful ways to stay informed and engaged throughout the month.

Brittney Simpson
May 195 min read


Top Signs of Underperformance in Employees (Manager’s Guide)
Subtle performance issues rarely start with obvious failure. They begin with small shifts in timing, consistency, and engagement. This guide helps managers recognize the top underperformance signs early so they can address concerns before they escalate into bigger problems.

Brittney Simpson
May 136 min read


Summer Fridays: What They Are, Why Companies Do It, and How to Make It Work for Your Business
What are Summer Fridays, and why are more companies offering them? Learn how flexible summer schedules can improve morale, retention, and productivity while supporting work-life balance.

Brittney Simpson
May 75 min read


50 Common Workplace Jargon Terms
A plain-language guide for employees, new hires, and anyone who's sat through a meeting wondering what just happened.

Brittney Simpson
Mar 96 min read


April Workplace Observances and Holiday Guide
April is the perfect time to turn plans into action. Discover key workplace observances, meaningful HR ideas, and simple ways to support employee wellbeing, engagement, and culture throughout Q2.

Brittney Simpson
Feb 162 min read


Why Strong Companies Ask Better Questions, Not Faster Ones
What if the problem isn’t how fast you’re moving, but the questions you’re asking? Here’s how better questions in business lead to better results.

Brittney Simpson
Feb 620 min read


Change Fatigue: A Guide for Managers and Team Leaders
Most teams aren’t exhausted by change, they’re exhausted by poor execution. Inconsistent follow-through, unclear priorities, and confusing messages create “whiplash,” not fatigue. Here’s how to lead change that actually sticks.

Brittney Simpson
Feb 65 min read


Employee Appreciation Day 2026: Let's Make This One Count
March 6th is Employee Appreciation Day, and honestly? It's a great excuse to do something you should probably be doing more often anyway. But here's the good news: appreciation doesn't have to be complicated. You don't need a massive budget or a Pinterest-perfect plan. You just need to make people feel like their work actually matters. Because it does. And they need to hear it from you. What Makes Appreciation Land The appreciation that actually works isn't about the price ta

Brittney Simpson
Jan 264 min read


Which Are You Actually Planning For, the Business New Year or Calendar New Year?
Every December, the planning emails start rolling in. You see goal-setting frameworks, strategic planning templates, and year-end review guides everywhere. They all assume your business year starts on January 1st. But does it really? Before diving into the planning frenzy, take a moment to assess your own business cycle. Consider these quick questions: When is your busiest season? When do you naturally find time to plan and strategize? When do major contracts or projects kick

Brittney Simpson
Jan 78 min read


Building a Culture Based on Gratitude
Gratitude isn’t a “feel-good” leadership trait, it’s a measurable performance driver. This post explores how leaders can operationalize gratitude as a management strategy, not a personality quirk, using data, systems, and small daily habits that scale trust, retention, and performance across teams. Here’s how modern companies move from occasional appreciation to everyday acknowledgment and why gratitude remains one of the most underused performance levers in leadership. The

Brittney Simpson
Oct 29, 20255 min read


How To Have Hard Conversations About Performance
Every leader has that one team member. The one whose performance has been slipping for months. The one who used to be reliable but now...

Brittney Simpson
Jul 23, 20256 min read


When Culture Undermines Accountability
Support your team without excuses. Here’s how to balance empathy, clarity, and performance so everyone thrives.

Brittney Simpson
Jul 23, 20255 min read
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