Cristina Amyot

Growth-Oriented Development Ideas for Your Employees 

By Cristina Amyot / March 17, 2025

Here’s the fast truth: helping your team grow, both personally and professionally, is a key ingredient for long-term success for both your business and employees. When you have a work environment where employees have the opportunity to expand their abilities, embrace new challenges, and continually learn, they become better equipped to adapt to change, solve…

Quiet Quitting Is Still a Relevant Workplace Issue: What Is It, and How Should You Address It?

By Cristina Amyot / December 27, 2024

Quiet quitting may feel like a trend that is starting to die down. Even though its presence on social media may have dissipated a bit, it still remains a significant phenomenon in today’s workplaces. Although this may have felt like a relatively new trend, it’s not as new as you think. Its roots can be traced back…

10 Tips for Resolving Conflict Situations in the Workplace

By Cristina Amyot / November 20, 2024

Conflict in the workplace is inevitable. With diverse personalities, different work styles, and varying perspectives, disagreements are sure to arise at some point. However, how we handle these conflicts can make all the difference in maintaining a healthy, productive, and collaborative work environment. Here are 10 effective tips for resolving workplace conflicts constructively: 1. Stay…

What Every Employer Needs to Know About Wage Compression

By Cristina Amyot / November 11, 2024

Businesses are facing a complex challenge when it comes to employee compensation: wage compression. This issue, which occurs when there is little difference in pay between employees in different roles or with varying levels of experience, can have implications for morale, retention, and recruitment. While wage compression is not a novel trend, the need to…

Why Employee Retention Remains the Biggest HR Challenge in 2024

By Cristina Amyot / September 23, 2024

Are you losing sleep over employee retention?  Does it seem like no matter what you do, the NextGen worker is simply never satisfied?  If yes, you are not alone, and you are prudent enough to contemplate a solution.  Gallup research indicates that “A 10,000-person organization with an already engaged workforce can save up to $16.1…

Can I Prohibit My Employees from Discussing Their Wages?

By Cristina Amyot / September 18, 2024

The conversation around employee wages has gained significant traction. As organizations strive for transparency and equity, employers may wonder whether they can prohibit their employees from discussing their wages. This article explores the legal framework around wage discussions, the effect on workplace culture, and best practices for employers. The Legal Landscape National Labor Relations Act…

How to Prevent Employee Burnout: Tips for a Healthier Work-Life Balance

By Cristina Amyot / August 20, 2024

Employee burnout is an all-too-common phrase used in today’s workforce. It’s become an increasingly frequent issue that affects employees across various industries. Burnout happens when employees feel physically or emotionally exhausted, and can lead to low performance, higher turnover, and prevent your organization from operating at its highest level. Burnout is both manageable and preventable.…

Employees vs. Independent Contractors and the Gig Economy: Understanding the Legal Implications

By Cristina Amyot / August 6, 2024

As an HR professional or small business owner, understanding the differences between employees and independent contractors is crucial for navigating legal compliance. Many hiring managers don’t think through the pluses and minuses of defining employees vs. contractors. Many just wing it and do what makes sense financially or allow a long-term project to extend indefinitely.  Moreover,…

Managing and Motivating Remote Employees

By Cristina Amyot / August 5, 2024

Remote work is here to stay, and with it comes a new set of challenges for HR professionals. However, overseeing and managing remote employees doesn’t have to be complicated. With the right approach, you can foster productivity and engagement in your virtual team. The saying “You get what you give” holds true in remote management.…

Utilizing DiSC Training: Transforming Teams and Driving Organizational Success

By Cristina Amyot / June 21, 2024

In today’s workplace, collaboration and communication are critical skills to possess, and finding the right tools to enhance these skills can make all the difference. One such tool is DiSC, a powerful resource designed to enhance communication skills, give employees the tools to build more effective relationships, boost teamwork and productivity, and foster personal and…