Employee engagement

Eliminating unconscious bias from the workplace

10/31/19

Women should be offered tailored career development programs.

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You don’t need to play golf to be a good networker

10/29/19

Women need to take charge of their own networking events.

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A paid week off to do volunteer work? First State's good with that

08/28/19

Management at the Oklahoma City bank prides itself on listening to employees, and embracing the volunteer policy suggested by the chief marketing officer is just one example of that.

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Anatomy of a smooth leadership transition

08/28/19

When H. Lynn Harton joined United Community Bank seven years ago, he knew he was on track to eventually become CEO. But he still felt he had to earn it.

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To reach the goal line, Citizens State focuses on 10 yards at a time

08/28/19

Executives of the Wisconsin bank realized employees weren't getting enough direction so they adopted a strategy that breaks objectives into smaller steps.

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How an ill-fated deal helped this bank find its purpose

08/28/19

Executives at Atlantic Capital Bank had to take a hard look at its strategy and culture after the acquisition of First Security Group dampened employee morale.

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A small change to Pinnacle's wellness program went a long way

08/28/19

The Tennessee bank was able to give employees more flexibility and cut its costs in half for its biometric screenings initiative.

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1st Security's first impression of Anchor was lasting

08/28/19

The two banks' strong chemistry helped 1st Security's integration of Anchor go smoothly.

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Stearns Bank's message to employees: 'Prioritize yourself'

08/28/19

Employees of the Minnesota bank get a $500 "self-improvement allowance" each year.

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The power of the pat on the back

08/01/19

If your employees are unhappy, your customers will be the first to notice. Showing a little appreciation may be an investment in keeping both.

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