http://www.artipot.com/authors/13544/richard-reid/ Latest articles by Richard Reid from Artipot - your one-stop resource for free articles. http://www.artipot.com/articles/272875/what-are-employee-assistance-programs.htm Have you ever felt so tired of your job that gives you depression? Or are you worried about your immediate boss and his attitude towards you? Is office and work related stress taking its toll on your health? Mon, 26 Jan 2009 15:48:43 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/272875/what-are-employee-assistance-programs.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/262303/staff-absenteeism-how-to-deal-with-it.htm Its the season to be jolly and party! And every person starts to get into the festive mood! Is it any wonder that almost 50% of all office staff all over the world start feeling sick just around party time! Tue, 06 Jan 2009 19:29:35 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/262303/staff-absenteeism-how-to-deal-with-it.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/261028/stress-necessary-to-keep-you-sharp.htm Do you know stress can be beneficial if used properly? It can harm in a big way, thats what makes stress management so important. Sun, 04 Jan 2009 23:30:46 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/261028/stress-necessary-to-keep-you-sharp.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/261025/stress-cannot-be-defeated-but-it-can-be-managed-if-you-know-how.htm It doesnt matter where you live whether it is abroad or over here at the UK, stress will always be present in every days work environment. Sun, 04 Jan 2009 23:27:46 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/261025/stress-cannot-be-defeated-but-it-can-be-managed-if-you-know-how.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/246090/learn-about-the-benefits-an-employee-assistance-program-can-offer.htm It is a growing trend for businesses to offer employee assistance programs for their employees. Mon, 08 Dec 2008 19:07:01 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/246090/learn-about-the-benefits-an-employee-assistance-program-can-offer.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/236820/bitten-by-the-staff-retention-bug.htm Regardless of location in the world, be it the UK or elsewhere employee turnover can easily be sustained in regions where it is easier to find and train employees. Business owners also need to employ methods that have been known to promote staff retention. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 16:35:34 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/236820/bitten-by-the-staff-retention-bug.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/236767/stress-management-learn-control-stress-triggers.htm Weve all experienced feelings of stress in our lives, yet not many people take the time to consider effective stress management techniques. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 15:34:38 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/236767/stress-management-learn-control-stress-triggers.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/236681/stress-management-getting-to-the-root-of-the-problem.htm Whatever be the method used, stress management has been viewed by experts as one of the best remedies for the future prospects of the country and its economy especially in the times of recession. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 13:29:58 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/236681/stress-management-getting-to-the-root-of-the-problem.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/235920/does-the-uk-have-the-worst-record-for-staff-absenteeism.htm It has come to light through various surveys and studies conducted that UK has one of the worst records of staff absenteeism. This needless to say has greatly affected the cash flows of business as well as productivity. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 19:01:10 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/235920/does-the-uk-have-the-worst-record-for-staff-absenteeism.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/235910/understanding-stress-management-in-business.htm Undue pressure and a stressful environment at the workplace can harm your business considerably. Stress management helps to overcome stress and increases the levels of motivation and efficiency in employees. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 18:49:30 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/235910/understanding-stress-management-in-business.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/235604/why-employee-assistance-programs-work.htm Employee assistance programs which provide counselling, stress management, and other assistance to employees are a popular option for UK enterprises due to the many positive results of such programs. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 08:51:43 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/235604/why-employee-assistance-programs-work.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/232805/everything-you-need-to-know-about-staff-retention-turnover-prevention.htm Turnover levels are of grave concern to nearly any UK enterprise. Overall, the turnover levels of businesses vary largely by industry and organisation as well as region, but the average turnover for all of the UK is about 17.3%. Private sector organizations experienced the highest turnover over over 20%, with the highest being in call centres, retailing, catering, hotels and... Sun, 16 Nov 2008 23:04:00 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/232805/everything-you-need-to-know-about-staff-retention-turnover-prevention.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/232797/the-real-benefits-of-employee-assistance-programs.htm Employee Assistance Programs are benefit programs offered by many employers to their employees. Employee assistance programs are generally offered in conjunction with a health insurance plan and are intended to help employees deal with personal circumstances that may impact their work performance and general quality of life. Sun, 16 Nov 2008 22:46:48 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/232797/the-real-benefits-of-employee-assistance-programs.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/232632/how-to-prevent-absenteeism-in-your-enterprise.htm Absenteeism is a major problem in many enterprises in the United Kingdom. Nearly every business has felt the cost of employee absenteeism to a greater or lesser degree, causing workplace disruptions, loss of productivity and a subsequent loss of revenues. Sun, 16 Nov 2008 17:18:12 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/232632/how-to-prevent-absenteeism-in-your-enterprise.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/232623/employee-assistance-programs-the-truth.htm Employee assistance programs are an attractive benefit for employees and a helpful resource for any company. Sun, 16 Nov 2008 17:00:16 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/232623/employee-assistance-programs-the-truth.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/214448/preventative-measures-of-staff-retention-and-absenteeism.htm Staff retention and absenteeism have been long-standing problems in the workforce. Whether employees are employed in call centres, warehouses, schools, or blue chip Britain, employers often struggle to accomplish maximum efficiency of their workers. Tue, 07 Oct 2008 21:36:32 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/214448/preventative-measures-of-staff-retention-and-absenteeism.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/214439/using-humor-to-live-a-stress-free-life.htm As we live our lives, it is only natural that at some point we will endure stressful situations. Stress can arise from issues with our families, friends, jobs, finances, and even the environment around us. Tue, 07 Oct 2008 21:18:26 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/214439/using-humor-to-live-a-stress-free-life.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/214338/stressed-living-subtle-changes-for-big-relief.htm When it comes to stress management, it's often the little things that go a long way. Whether you are stuck sitting in traffic, informed at 4:45 that you will have to stay at work well past 5, or late for an appointment, stress is an issue that plagues millions of us every day. Mindtools.com describes stress as a condition that occurs when demands exceed personal and social... Tue, 07 Oct 2008 17:16:13 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/214338/stressed-living-subtle-changes-for-big-relief.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/214305/stress-management-tools-often-overlooked.htm In the professional world, it often seems like stress is impossible to avoid. From drafts to deadline or from policies to presentations, tension is an inevitable presence in the workplace. Stress from home can also impact the quality of your work. Tue, 07 Oct 2008 16:04:26 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/214305/stress-management-tools-often-overlooked.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/214289/seven-easy-steps-toward-stress-management.htm Stress is the bodys response to demands made upon it. It is an actual physical reaction causing the flow of adrenaline into the blood stream which gives us that feeling called the fight-or-flight response. Stress can be good or bad depending on a few factors. Tue, 07 Oct 2008 15:17:07 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/214289/seven-easy-steps-toward-stress-management.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/214285/telecommutings-effect-on-staff-retention-and-absenteeism.htm In today's fast paced world, the one-job-career is almost extinct. Many blame company redundancies and disloyal companies. But staff retention and absenteeism also play an important role. Tue, 07 Oct 2008 15:06:46 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/214285/telecommutings-effect-on-staff-retention-and-absenteeism.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/214277/some-stress-relief-tools-to-try.htm Stress is a small six letter word that turns peoples world upside down if not dealt with properly. I would like to write today about some techniques that I recommend about dealing with stress. Although they were created originally for people in the work force I believe they could certainly be valuable tools in stress management in all aspects of our lives. Tue, 07 Oct 2008 14:46:17 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/214277/some-stress-relief-tools-to-try.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/214267/employee-assistance-programs-eap-employees-substance-abuse-problems.htm Substance abuse is not only a personal problem, but it can become a professional problem when it begins to interfere with ones work. Employees that feel they are having substance abuse problems should not feel alienated or scared because employee assistance programs offer tremendous help battling substance abuse whether it be drugs or alcohol. Tue, 07 Oct 2008 14:12:40 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/214267/employee-assistance-programs-eap-employees-substance-abuse-problems.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/214265/increasing-staff-retention-in-the-age-of-convenience.htm In this day and age everyone is always seeking convenience. We are constantly in the mind-set of how can we finish this task more quickly, what will be the fastest way to commute to work today, or who will be able to deliver my lunch in an acceptable amount of time after ordering? Tue, 07 Oct 2008 14:07:00 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/214265/increasing-staff-retention-in-the-age-of-convenience.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/203165/stress-management-taking-it-personally.htm Although it is an unfortunate fact of life, it appears that as production demands get more stringent and competition more fierce, job-related stress for the average employee is here to stay. Wed, 17 Sep 2008 00:38:13 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/203165/stress-management-taking-it-personally.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/201287/employee-assistance-marriage-work.htm Of course as the manager of any business your primary function is to keep that business running as smoothly as possible and to maximize profits for the owners, but there are several scenarios that you might find yourself needing to deal with on a personal level when it comes to your employees in a firm without an Employee Assistance Program. Sat, 13 Sep 2008 06:21:37 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/201287/employee-assistance-marriage-work.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/200719/how-to-develop-a-good-employee-stress-management-program.htm Stress has been called the single most damaging factor pertaining to an employee's job satisfaction and overall job performance. Many recent studies as well as some that have been done years ago point to stress as the one the factors that can be mitigated so that the employee can stay healthy both mentally and physically. Fri, 12 Sep 2008 03:47:59 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/200719/how-to-develop-a-good-employee-stress-management-program.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/200713/how-to-eliminate-negative-feedback-and-stress-in-the-workplace.htm As difficult as it can be for some managers to give the positive feedback that employees thrive on, it can be even more difficult for them to give the kind of negative feedback that can cause stress and lead to even more problems that can result in the need for disciplinary measures and even termination in extreme examples. Fri, 12 Sep 2008 03:36:30 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/200713/how-to-eliminate-negative-feedback-and-stress-in-the-workplace.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/200712/small-gifts-often-mean-a-lot-keep-your-employees-happy.htm Most employees report that any kind of merchandise and/or food is a welcome reward that can go along in making them feel welcome and wanted. When a manager provides food to celebrate success or gives them some small memento such a flowers or a gift, many employees reported that they were pleased and further inspired to do even better work. Fri, 12 Sep 2008 03:35:13 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/200712/small-gifts-often-mean-a-lot-keep-your-employees-happy.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/200709/right-so-how-do-you-implement-an-employee-assistance-program.htm It's safe to say that employees don't develop problems that require the assistance of an Employee Assistance Program overnight. In many cases, there have been warning signs along the way that should have alerted someone in management that there was a prospective problem. Fri, 12 Sep 2008 03:31:41 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/200709/right-so-how-do-you-implement-an-employee-assistance-program.htm