Almost One-Third of HR Managers See Workforce Morale as Biggest Challenge

Some 31 percent of HR managers say morale and employee productivity is their biggest concern over the next six months, according to a survey released today by ComPsych Corporation. ComPsych is the world's largest provider of employee assistance programs and worldwide leader in GuidanceResources (EAP, behavioral health, wellness, work-life and crisis intervention services).

"The morale and productivity issue has far surpassed concerns over health care legislation and organizational change," said Dr. Richard A. Chaifetz, Chairman and CEO of ComPsych. "Many managers are attuned to workplace discontent, which is becoming more widespread as organizations continue to operate with lean staffs.

"Managers must take steps to ensure employees receive recognition and that workloads and other issues related to morale, such as opportunities for growth and development, are addressed," he added.

HR managers were asked: What do you expect to be your biggest challenge in the next six months?

31 percent said – Maintaining employee productivity and morale

26 percent said – Dealing with health care costs and new legislation

16 percent said – Finding qualified candidates

14 percent said – Handling organizational change

13 percent said – Retaining top performers

About ComPsych

ComPsych® Corporation is the world's largest provider of employee assistance programs (EAP) and is the leading provider of fully integrated EAP, behavioral health, wellness, work-life, crisis intervention services and HR and FMLA administration services under the GuidanceResources® brand. ComPsych provides services to more than 13,000 organizations covering 33 million individuals throughout the U.S. and more than 100 countries. By creating "Build-to-Suit" programs, ComPsych helps employers attract and retain employees as well as improve employee productivity and performance. Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ComPsych.

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