June marks an exciting milestone for Flynn Barrett Consulting as we celebrate five amazing years of providing strategic HR consulting services. Before we get there, however, we wanted to call attention to Mental Health Awareness Month during May. We have long been advocates for raising awareness about emotional and psychological well-being, and we feel a […]
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The HR Fixer: We Clean Up People Problems
Dealing with people problems is a dirty job, but someone’s gotta do it. Human resources professionals are often the unsung heroes of the workplace, especially when a company doesn’t prioritize efforts to recognize and thwart challenging behavior early on. These dedicated individuals work tirelessly behind the scenes to skillfully manage everything from minor inconveniences to […]
Strategic dissent: 5 ways to build company culture with positive conflict
Challenging conventions and disrupting the status quo is practically a way of life in the realm of tech companies – it’s no wonder that six out of seven of the world’s most valuable companies are in the tech industry. Yet despite its proven success, many organizations outside of this field remain hesitant to fully embrace […]
The emotionally intelligent playbook: 4 lessons we can learn from the Super Bowl
The Super Bowl isn’t just a showcase of athletic talent (and an excuse to eat copious amounts of food) — it’s a testament to the emotionally intelligent aspect of sports. Beyond the highlight reel plays, Monday morning quarterbacks, and celebrity relationship buzz, the Super Bowl can provide valuable insights for business leaders from the best […]
So you failed your resolution: It’s time for a more sustainable path to self-improvement
As we step into February already, it’s time to check in on those New Year’s resolutions we all set. If you’re still going strong, awesome! Keep up the good work! If you failed your resolution, keep reading… For those of us who might have hit a bump or two in our pursuit of perfection, don’t […]
All I want for Christmas is NO MORE DEADLINES! Easing the end-of-year HR burden
As the year comes to a close, many organizations find themselves caught in the chaos of holiday festivities, erratic schedules, and looming project deadlines. The end-of-year and holiday season can be particularly overwhelming for HR teams, who are tasked with managing a myriad of responsibilities. This includes the standard HR burden, plus the normal year-end […]
