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06/07/2024

I had a colleague who once took out the book, Recruitment and Retaining Employees for Dummies and we all laughed, but when we looked at the first bullet point under retention, we stopped laughing. It suggested that managers should ask their people if they plan to stay. Often we stay away from conversations if we are unsure how they will go a and so few of our managers were ever asked that question themselves. But if we are committed to the people we spent so much time hiring, we have to start the conversation and listen to what they have to say.



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05/30/2024

We are no longer surprised talking to potential clients in the non profit space when they tell us they are in the process of negotiating their first collective bargaining agreement because staff have elected to unionize. We aren't even surprised when those organizations have less than 10 people in total. Whether this is happening because unions' favorable ratings are up in the US, because this next generation is more comfortable with activism, or something entirely different, we aren't sure, but we are seeing it quite a bit. The reality is that non profit leaders shouldn't be assuming that a union is out of the question for their organization.

That first collective bargaining agreement will lay the foundation for the relationship between a union and management, so it is critical. Making room to think about negotiations as a collaborative process, but also understanding anything that is in the agreement may have a negative impact down the line is a tough space to stand in.

Anyone working in a non profit that has recently unionized that would be up for a conversation? We would love to hear about your experience!



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Over his six years at the Southern Poverty Law Center, Esteban Gil watched colleague after colleague leave.

05/24/2024

Happy Memorial Day weekend!

Wishing everyone a rejuvenating 3-day weekend and just a reminder that the research shows that 4-day work weeks can be more productive than 5-days. Wouldn't 3-day weekends every week be pretty great?

05/20/2024

We are squarely in graduation season - a time for the older generations to impart words of wisdom to graduating seniors across the country. But it has us thinking, should we be maybe listening a little more to what our recent graduates are saying and advise a little less? Handshake surveyed college seniors and found some interesting trends. https://loom.ly/jsMZArs

One stat that really stuck with us was employer reputation playing a� key role in graduating seniors’ application decisions. 75% read reviews of an employer before applying, and 73% would be more likely to apply after seeing additional behind-the scenes content from an employer.

Those glassdoor and idealist reviews matter more than ever. Do you know what your employees are saying about working at your organization? What are you doing to make sure they have good things to say?

05/15/2024

Investing in your people is one of the most important decisions your organization can make. But how can you ensure you're allocating resources effectively and maximizing impact? The answer lies in a strategic talent diagnostic.

By thoroughly analyzing your talent acquisition, development, and retention practices, a diagnostic can help you identify areas where you're excelling and opportunities for improvement. This insight allows you to prioritize initiatives that will have the greatest impact and create a more effective talent ecosystem.

Let us know when you are ready to talk Talent Diagnostics at your organization!

05/08/2024

How confident are you that you know the strengths, weaknesses, and potential of your workforce? Conducting a comprehensive talent diagnostic is the key to unlocking your organization's full potential.

By objectively assessing your current talent landscape, identifying gaps, and evaluating your talent management practices, you can make data-driven decisions that align with your business strategy. A talent diagnostic provides the insights needed to optimize your workforce and drive sustainable growth.

Have you conducted a talent diagnostic in your organization? Share your experiences and the impact it had on your talent strategy.

05/07/2024

Eubanks Davis and I had a discussion about what makes a great head of HR. I love her description!

What makes a great people leader in your experience?

05/03/2024

05/02/2024

1. Stop and think about the greatest manager or leader you ever worked for. Could even be a sports coach or teacher.

2. Now, think about, while working with that person, how was your performance?

3. And what did they do to bring out your strengths as an employee?

4. Final thought experiment, if your answer to #3 was attributes that empowered you, that made you feel trusted to get to a clear outcome, that gave you ownership of your work, are we getting accountability and directive management wrong? Are we jumping too quickly to micro-managing instead of stopping and asking what our people need instead of telling them?

Maybe that person you thought of in #1 has some answers. Reach out and let them know how their modeling shaped your leadership.

05/01/2024

Our Talent Diagnostic isn’t like your old-school HR audit. It links your systems and structures to your employee’s hierarchy of needs. If you are leading an HR or People Team, this is all you will need to make the case for the work you know needs to be done.

We are offering our first customers a 20% discount. Interested in learning more: schedule a free consultation https://loom.ly/qWOn0cE

04/25/2024

Testimonial Thursdays

We get to hear such great reflections on our coLeaguers all the time. Here's one of them!

"She is a great blend of strategic, empathetic, and operationally minded. She can both speak to staff member issues and design a system or process. She's thoughtful and an incredibly hard worker."

Who couldn't use someone like this leading your people work?

04/25/2024

Unlock the full potential of your team with our Talent Diagnostic. It's more than just an HR tool—it's a roadmap to a better way of working.

We are offering our first customers a 20% discount. Interested in learning more: contact us at https://loom.ly/jRtMHbg