October may be the month of spooky frights but gathering employee input shouldn’t be something to be afraid of.Over the past month I have heard several clients express concerns about whether to ask certain questions … Read More
Transitioning Back or Transforming Forward?
When we look for a job or evaluate our decision to stay in a role, we often start with a list of what we want and need: a short commute, a flexible schedule, an opportunity … Read More
Start the Conversation: “What Engagement Means to You”
Many employees are asked to fill out engagement surveys, but they aren’t often asked what engagement really means to them. As part of an ongoing effort to focus on and improve the experience of their workforce, Border States Electric (BSE) has stepped back to fully understand this important perspective.
We Need People Leaders to Support Employee Well-Being
It’s no secret that managers play a critical role in fostering employee engagement, team morale, and well-being. Often easier said than done even in normal modes of operation, supporting employees in the current state of … Read More
HR Leaders Anticipate Greatest Talent Challenges
Many companies are moving out of the first phase of crisis – managing and responding to COVID-19 – and into phase two: trying to define and transition to a new normal. Navigating the COVID-19 pandemic … Read More
How Do You Lead in Times of Chaos?
One of my core values as a leader is authenticity. I have always tried to be transparent and open with my team, no matter the circumstances. I’m finding this particularly challenging during the COVID-19 crisis, … Read More
Phases of Crisis – Employee Experience Matters!
What a whirlwind the past several weeks have been. As an HR leader, you may feel flooded by articles about Covid-19 and strategies for responding to the coronavirus. You also may feel like you can’t … Read More
Supporting Your Team Through Coronavirus
The world is still working to understand the coronavirus and COVID-19, but you and your team are likely already feeling its impact. The latest reports according to NBC News reports, World Health Organization, state government … Read More
Employees Are Demanding Organizations Evolve How They Listen: Are You Keeping Up?
Do any of these scenarios sound familiar? Your organization tries to respond to employee feedback, but nothing ever happens to close the loop to see if what was done actually made an impact. Your organization … Read More
Lacking Team Trust? You’re Probably Not Listening
What will it look like when your teams have high trust and strong psychological safety? Picture more risk-taking and creativity; people speak up freely, bring concerns to someone’s attention, and openly share ideas. Individuals feel … Read More