Most Americans spend the majority of their waking hours at work, which may translate to sitting at a desk, eating out, and snacking often. Corporate culture doesn’t naturally lend itself to healthy behaviors. In fact, a 2016 CareerBuilder survey reported that 44 percent of US workers say they’ve gained weight at their current job. High stress… Read more »
Nowadays most jobs come with at least a few perks, and food-related ones are almost always an office staple. A 2014 study by Seamless reports that 63% of companies at least provide coffee or beverages all of the time, although only 11% regularly provide lunches. The numbers have already shot up since 2013, when only… Read more »
We’re almost halfway through the summer, and it’s finally starting to feel like it. The weather’s too nice to miss out on, so why not move your next company outing outdoors? No more bitter cold and snow — it’s all sunshine with maybe a touch of humidity 🙂 In addition to getting a change of… Read more »
The average American worker spends more than $20 a week on coffee, adding up to more than $1,000 a year. It’s probably not surprising that coffee expenses are so high, though. The first thing most people do in the mornings (us included) is to brew themselves a cup a joe. It’s why there’s an entire… Read more »
July 4th is right around the corner, and it’s one of the most anticipated holidays of the summer. A holiday where you celebrate our country, Old Glory and delicious food is one worth celebrating. Even if you aren’t an extreme patriot, you should take any excuse you can to indulge in all-day BBQ favorites like… Read more »
It’s almost Take Your Dog to Work Day (June 24th, if you didn’t already know), but why can’t every day be Bring Your Pet to Work Day? Some companies already allow pets in the workplace as one of their cornerstone office perks, and see that the benefits go far beyond simply having a furry friend… Read more »
One of the best ways for employers to attract and retain employees is through offering a generous suite of benefits. Cash may still be king, but benefits are undeniably royalty. More and more employers are offering a unique portfolio of benefits to differentiate themselves from their competitors. The glitz and glam of the new age… Read more »
Who doesn’t love cracking open a cold one with your cube-mate and chatting about the latest in the office? A good happy hour is a staple in the perk world, but it can be hard to come up with other ideas to engage employees in the workplace. We’ve spent the last year providing some awesome… Read more »
When attracting the best talent, it is vital that you have the right employee perks to offer them. This goes well beyond the traditional benefits package. In a competitive job market, potential employees are often looking for more than just a few weeks of paid time off and dental insurance. Looking beyond the benefits package… Read more »
Employee benefits are quickly becoming a vital tool for employers when attracting new talent. The companies that offer these fringe benefits, instead of just competitive salaries, are better able to stand out from the crowd. Here is a list of the five basic benefits that companies are now offering – are you keeping up with… Read more »