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How Umpqua Bank Keeps Workers Engaged, Motivated

On The Job

I once spent a summer working as a bank teller and I hated it. So I know that working at a bank can be challenging. That's why it was so interesting to interview the people at Umpqua Bank, and how they've created a culture that keeps workers so engaged. Umpqua Bank (UMPQ) , based in Roseburg, Ore.,

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Is Company Culture Your Competitive Advantage or Hidden Inertia?

BetterUp

Even when the results are more dramatic, the cultural pre-conditions were often cultivated for years. Aggressive cross-selling was a hallmark of the Wells Fargo strategy and culture long before it was exposed as a systemic cause behind the massive banking scandal. Original art by Theo Payne. appeared first on BetterUp.

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How Many Paid Vacation Days Do You Get Every Year?

Corporette

In my experience, people with these packages are the ones who take vacations the most, even if they’re just restful staycations, because it’s part of the company culture that everyone takes that number of days off. But in my experience a lot of people in these jobs take less vacation than people with limited vacation days.

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How to keep communication open for remote employees with Amit Malik

Vantage Circle

Amit has over 19 years of work experience and prior to joining Aviva, has worked in HR leadership roles at Bank of America, Royal Bank of Scotland, American Express, and GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare. 12:23) What can companies do for their employees to come back to work safely? (14:54)

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A Must-Have Checklist For Your New Year’s Corporate Party

Vantage Circle

Also, make sure it's acceptable for the event, environment, and company culture. These little extras will impress your guests without breaking the bank. When selecting a party theme for your employees, always ensure it is relevant, fun, and above all, not tone-deaf. 1 To 2 Weeks In Advance.

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Diversity and Inclusion Trends to Look Out for in 2021

Vantage Circle

Photo by Clay Banks / Unsplash. It is time that organizations realize this and mold their company culture in all the right ways. How many of these D&I trends do you notice in your company? Diversity just for the sake of diversity, or political correctness, will not make the cut anymore. Final Words.

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15 Types Of Employee Benefits That Won’t Break The Bank

Vantage Circle

One of the things that attract future top candidates is having a great company culture. It is relatively inexpensive and also will help in increasing the productivity of employees with poor health. Fun Office Activities.

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