Savio In the Know, Sept 2025: Planning an HR Assessment
What is an HR assessment and what does it Include? An HR assessment is a structured review of an organization’s human resource’s function, practices, policies, and systems. The overall goal is to evaluate how effectively HR supports the business, ensures compliance with laws, and contributes to employee engagement and organizational performance. Most often it is completed internally by HR leaders or externally by consultants. Savio in the Know September 2025 4Download
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
2025 Salary Survey
Have you ever wondered if we are offering the most competitive wages to keep our employeeshappy? Does our salary match with other local and statewide hospitals? Tuesday, July 1, 2025,Savio HR Solutions will be opening its annual Mississippi Hospital Association Salary Survey tostatewide Mississippi hospitals. 2025 MHA Salary Survey NewsletterDownload
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
The Rise of Employee Leave Requests
As employees take more time off to deal with illnesses, mental health concerns, and caregiving responsibilities, employee leave requests have risen for the third consecutive year. More than half of employers have reported a significant increase in employees requesting leave in 2024. The time limit of the leave varies depending on the type of leave as some companies provide paid leave and their policies can vary significantly. Research found that employers are supporting the importance of leave and states the number of employers offering paid leave benefits has increased over the past few years. This can become a challenge for…
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…
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…
AI in The Workplace
Artificial Intelligence is steadily becoming part of the normal workplace team. Companies are embracing AI and waking up to the capability and uses of this new team member. Here are some ways that AI is changing the workforce: ChatGPT helps companies automate workflows to save time. Chatbot help navigate websites, recruiting, and draft social media. AI is helping applicants write their resume’s and help them stand out among other applicants. AI-assisting with hiring is nothing new, but it is becoming increasingly normal. This could be as easy as asking preliminary questions (Interview or behavioral) or help record videos for prescreening…
