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More great news to share—Mid Oregon has once again been named a Top Workplace in The Oregonian Top Workplaces! This is the third consecutive year receiving this award. The Top Workplaces list is based solely on employee feedback from a third-party survey by Energage LLC. The anonymous survey uniquely measures 15 culture drivers that are critical to the success of any organization, including alignment, execution, and connection, just to name a few. Out of the 123 companies named over three size categories in Oregon and Southwest Washington, Mid Oregon ranked #8 in the category of Midsize Employers. Out of those 48 companies, Mid Oregon was the top-ranking financial institution. “We are so honored to be a three-time top workplace winner,” said Kevin Cole, President and CEO. “Our team members have worked hard to build a strong culture of service at Mid Oregon that is powered by our commitment to organizational health. We know from experience that employees who are cared for, trusted, and empowered deliver the exceptional experience that our members deserve.” #bendoregon #inbend #redmondoregon #madrasoregon #centraloregonlife #visitbend #sistersoregon #shoplocal #sunriveroregon #madrasoregon #lapineoregon #prinevilleoregon #terrebonne

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📊 80% of employees consider inclusivity crucial when job hunting and 72% would consider leaving a company for a more inclusive environment. Join Briahn B. and Keren Lehavot for a webinar on fostering inclusivity! They’ll cover practical strategies for supporting diversity in the workplace, including creating truly inclusive workplaces through intentional efforts like ERGs and workplace culture initiatives. Register here: https://bit.ly/3za3JFi. 🔗

It is a very Happy New Year hearing we made the list again. There is no better measure of our success than the combination of happy customers and happy employees. GO TEAM ORANGE! OUR CULTURAL VALUES: PEOPLE FIRST - Care and respect of our team and customers is at the heart of all we do and why we do it PASSIONATE - We love the landscape profession and put heart, mind, body, and soul into our work. DRIVEN - We perform at the highest level and aspire toward greatness while maintaining humility. MASTERFUL - We are innovative, solutions-oriented, and focused on continual improvement. INTENTIONAL - We stay focus on the opportunities and relationships within our core competencies.

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🌐 Attention all Colorado companies! We are excited to announce that we have partnered with Best Companies Group on a recognition program! Registration for the "Best Places to Work Colorado" program is now OPEN! This is your chance to showcase your company's exceptional workplace culture and be recognized among the best of the best. Here are three reasons you should participate in the program: 1️⃣ Keep a Pulse on Culture and Environment: By participating in this program, you gain valuable insights into the culture and environment within your organization. It allows you to assess and understand the factors that contribute to a positive workplace experience, helping you create an even better environment for your employees. 2️⃣ Boost Employee Engagement, Productivity & Retention: Being recognized as one of the best places to work has a profound impact on your employees. It instills a sense of pride and fosters a strong connection to the company. Engaged employees are more motivated, productive, and likely to stay with the organization for the long term. 3️⃣ Attract Top Talent in a Competitive Market: In today's highly competitive talent market, attracting and retaining skilled professionals is crucial. Participating in the Best Places to Work program elevates your employer brand and sets you apart from the competition. It serves as a powerful magnet to attract top talent, as job seekers actively seek out companies with exceptional workplace cultures. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to showcase your company's commitment to creating a thriving work environment. Register now to participate in the "Best Places to Work in Colorado" program and join the ranks of industry leaders! We can't wait to celebrate your organization's success and recognize your dedication to fostering an outstanding workplace culture. Register at https://lnkd.in/gPF5MDSc #BestPlacesToWork #WorkplaceCulture #EmployeeEngagement #TalentAttraction #IndustryLeadership #WorkplaceExcellence #CompanyValues #WorkplaceWellness #EmployeeSatisfaction # CompanyCulture

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FWC Verdict: COVID Fears Alone Doesn’t Justify Permanent WFH: The FWC has upheld ANZ Bank’s decision to deny a 62 year old employee’s request for a permanent work-from-home arrangement due to concerns about contracting COVID. The employee commenced proceedings in the FWC in February after ANZ rejected her request to work from home permanently. She claimed that given her age, she was at a higher risk of contracting COVID, and that remote work had not negatively impacted her productivity in the role. ANZ refused the request on the grounds that there was no medical reason or evidence to support the request. Further, ANZ noted that its existing Flexible Working Policy, which enables employees to work half their time remotely, already provides a ‘significant amount of flexibility’. ANZ also offered a number of alternate options including a staged return to work, providing an anchor desk away from others in the office, additional breaks during the day, and the use of an outdoor space or meeting room for lunch. Ultimately, the FWC ruled in favour of ANZ, stating that the employee had not demonstrated that she had any underlying condition or contraindication that would make her more vulnerable to COVID. The FWC stated that the premise of the employee’s case “appears to be that ANZ is required to accommodate her fears about attending the workplace due to the risk of contracting COVID”. The FWC noted that “to accommodate those fears no matter how disproportionate those fears may be to the risk is simply unreasonable”. The FWC expressed that whilst the employee may choose to take precautionary measures in her private life to protect herself against COVID, that does not oblige ANZ to accept or apply measures in the workplace beyond what is ‘reasonably practical’, particularly given that workplace restrictions were relaxed by the Victorian government almost 2 years ago. This decision is particularly timely amid growing debate between workers and employers regarding demands to return to work and hybrid working arrangements. If you require assistance with managing hybrid working arrangements or return to work requests, please do not hesitate to get in contact with the HR Legal team. Case Reference: Deborah Lloyd v Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Limited [2024] FWC 2231

Independent survey reveals 91% of Brimmond employees say it’s a ‘Great Place to Work’   North-east Scotland based engineering specialists, Brimmond have been certified by ‘Great Place To Work® UK, the global authority on workplace culture, with 91% of employees at the firm confirming it is a great place to work – 37% higher than the national average of 54%. Read More: https://lnkd.in/gCadatdH 🔽 Find more info in comments below 🔽 #Brimmond #GreatPlaceToWork #WorkplaceCulture #OilandGasNews #OilandGasJobs ⤵️ Click Follow on our page to keep up to date with energy news ⤵️

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