Employee Experience

Did you know that presenteeism—when employees show up to work but aren’t fully functioning due to illness—costs businesses 10 times more than absenteeism? Moreover, statistics show that chronic diseases account for 75% of healthcare costs. These aren’t just numbers—they’re red flags waving at every organization that’s yet to prioritize employee wellness.

Imagine having crucial deadlines to beat but not having a well-functioning team to ensure these are met—not because they’re incapable; they’re just out sick.

There’s a science to motivation and it involves energy and wellbeing.

By the middle of the year, most employees feel the weight of long workdays, growing expectations, and monotonous routines that blur lines altogether. The energy from January’s fresh new start often fades, while the high from the yuletide season in December still feels far away. For HR leaders and managers, this period is a critical time to check in and prevent employees from facing the mid-year slump, where there is a significant decrease in motivation and productivity.

For many young professionals, the thought of working nonstop and only getting a chance to enjoy life upon retirement feels draining. With burnout becoming more common, more and more Gen Z and millennials are starting to question their career path. Instead of sticking to the traditional corporate ladder, some are choosing to pause and take mini breaks more often. This growing trend is called micro-retirement.

'Fatherhood forfeit' is now a thing. What does the phrase connote exactly? It’s all about caregiving fathers not being given due respect for their balancing act.

Neurodiversity awareness is a necessity, and it looks like more workplaces are acknowledging it.

Proof is in the significant increase of Google searches for phrases like dyslexia at work (120%), ADHD workplace (91%), and autism workplace (86%), among others.

Team building is essential for any company’s growth and success. It’s more than just a mandatory company activity, it’s a strategic investment in culture, camaraderie, and employee well-being.

Impostor syndrome is more common than most managers realize. It’s that internal voice telling your employee they’re not “good enough” even if their qualifications or performance says otherwise. They may downplay praise, overwork to prove themselves, or quietly second-guess their abilities. Left unchecked, this can lead to chronic work anxiety, reduced morale, and eventually, burnout.

Every May 1st, Filipinos kickstart the month with Labor Day festivities to honor the significant contributions of our laborers in the development of society. Said to be the only holiday in the PH calendar that was first proclaimed by workers for workers, let’s look at how it all began and what timeless lessons we can learn and apply to the present day.

Neurodiversity refers to the natural differences in how people think, learn, and interact.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has evolved from a futuristic concept into an integral part of business operations. What began as digital assistants like Siri and Alexa for individuals has expanded into intelligent systems that now enhance business operations, driving innovation and efficiency across industries.

There’s a new trend brewing among unsatisfied employees — and it’s exactly what you might expect.

Research shows that about 15 to 20% of people globally are neurodivergent.

Imagine a workplace without women. The energy would feel different, ideas less, dynamic, and the perspectives less diverse.