For many, Halloween is an excuse to show off their creativity, to revisit childhood for a day, or to just wear a costume for the fun of it. Others use Halloween to reveal hidden parts of their subverted personalities — a dark side, a playful side, or a version of themselves that others rarely see. […]
HR Strategies
Fauxductivity: Recognizing the difference between business and busyness
Picture Seinfeld’s George Costanza working in his office at Yankee Stadium. He’s surrounded by papers, simultaneously taking notes and talking on the phone, yet somehow managing to accomplish nothing of substance. If there were an award for the art of looking busy without actually getting anything done, George would win. He’s not only master of […]
5 years as a Fractional CHRO: 5 lessons we’ve learned about the mental health of employees
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
