Salary Survey
Hello All! We are a week away from opening the 2025 Mississippi Hospital Association Employee SalarySurvey. We are opening the survey on Tuesday, July 1st . (more…)
Job Satisfaction
Job satisfaction is defined as the extent to which an employee feels self-motivated, content & satisfied with his/her job. Job satisfaction happens when an employee feels that they have job stability, career growth, and a comfortable work life balance. It plays a significant role in employee performance, workplace morale, and overall well-being. (more…)
SAVIO in the Know: June Newsletter
Understanding the Unemployment Hearing Process When a former employee files for unemployment benefits and your organization contests the claim, a hearing may be scheduled. These hearings are your opportunity to present evidence and testimony on why the claimant may not be eligible. Whether the issue is voluntary resignation, misconduct, or another dispute, being prepared is key to a fair and accurate outcome. cid_D17C976E-8FE2-4633-8147-338EFA49239DDownload
Supporting Mental Health Struggles for Employees
Supporting employees with mental health struggles involves creating a safe, inclusive, and responsive workplace culture. Often, employees are unaware of the many benefits available to them. Here are some effective ways to assist. Promote an Open Culture by normalizing conversations regarding mental health. Avoid stigma by using supportive, non-judgmental language. Provide Mental Health Resources such as Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs). Partner with mental health professionals for on-site or virtual counseling. Share any resources for hotlines, apps, or community services. Train Managers how to respond with empathy and refer employees to appropriate assistance. Educate managers on how to recognize signs of…
Savio in the Know: April Newsletter
Change fatigue is defined as the feeling of indifference or burnout employees within organizations experience when frequent or complicated changes occur. Individuals experiencing change fatigue can feel overwhelmed, struggle with lower productivity, decreased employee engagement and motivation, higher turnover, and increased absenteeism. Savio in the Know April 2025 4Download
Crucial Conversations and Effective Communication
The backbone of a successful workplace is effective communication. Sharing information is an essential piece but it is also about understanding the emotions and intentions behind the information. When communication is clear and respectful, it generates a positive environment where everyone can thrive. One key aspect of effective communication is being able to oversee crucial conversations that include those high-stakes discussions where opinions vary, emotions run high, and the outcomes are significant. Effective communication is the process of exchanging ideas, opinions, knowledge, and data so that the message is received and understood with clarity and purpose. Communication occurs in both…
RTO Mandates Are Causing Employers to lose skilled Employees
Return to office (RTO) mandates have become an issue within organizations causing them to lose employees in large numbers. S&P 500 companies have seen a dip in employee retention with high employee turnover because of the RTO policies being enforced. In addition to it being difficult to retain exiting employees, the RTO mandates have also had an impact on hiring. This is making it harder to fill vacant positions at the same rate as before. It is always essential to plan before enforcing any further regulatory changes. Employers felt after the initial resistance, employees would fall in line with the…
Building Bridges, Not Walls: The Power of Trust
When trust is broken its hard to regain it back, but it can be mended. Trust is defined by Webster as “to place confidence in”. As an employee you should be able to trust your employer to treat you well and respect you as a person and employee. Managers trust their employees to come to work on time and completing task given to them. In return, the employee trust the manager to resolve issues, and work to help and benefit the team as a whole. We all know that there are huge benefits for gaining trust within the workplace. Employers…
Why are you leaving? – Exit Interviews
What can you do to improve your work environment? Do you know the real reason why your staff are leaving? Exit interviews are great opportunities for companies to get honest and candid answers that help build better work environments. When you ask questions to find out what is driving your employees to leave, be open to hearing both good and bad. As a company, you need to identify what is so appealing to employees that pulls them to other opportunities. Why does the grass look so much greener on the other side? Here are a few suggested questions that you…
November Newsletter: Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA)
Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA). This piece of legislation is designed to fill the gaps not addressed by the Pregnancy Discrimination Act, Americans with Disabilities Act and FMLA. The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act went into effect June 27, 2023. Savio in the Know November 2023Download
