Unlimited PTO may sound like a dream come true for many employees. Who wouldn’t like the freedom to take as much time off as they need, whenever they want? It has been a continuously growing trend for companies to offer Unlimited Paid Time Off, in an effort to attract top talent. To be a leader […]
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A day in the life of a fractional HR consultant: 4 ways we spend our days
At Flynn Barrett Consulting, we offer Fractional HR consulting services to provide both upper-level strategic vision as well as practical, operational expertise. A Fractional HR consultant is a flexible, cost-effective alternative to the traditional team or department model. With a Fractional HR consultant, companies can save money by accessing C-suite level expertise on an as […]
This is the most important tool you have to retain your best employees
Last week, we heard a story about a soon-to-be college graduate who majored in communications but was eager to gain any kind of experience he could. He was selected for an internship at a product design company despite having no prior knowledge or experience in the field. So, what can an intern teach us about how […]
Employees are not expendable resources: Maybe we should treat them like humans
As we move towards a workforce that’s becoming more and more automated, it’s important to remember that employees should be viewed as more than just replaceable cogs in the wheel of your business. Employees are real people with families, hobbies, and lives beyond the company where they work. Perhaps we need to reevaluate our values […]
Embracing Empowered Employees: 3 ways every small business can run like a mature & functioning organization
Running a small business is hard work. Running a small business like a well-oiled machine? That’s even harder. Although large and mature organizations are not always run with efficiency and regard for their employees, there are many that do it very well. Small-to-midsize businesses can look to some of these better-run companies as an example […]
Commit to Your People and They Will Commit to You: 5 Authentic Ways to Thrive as a Leader in 2023
Good relationships with your employees are one of the most valuable assets that you have as a manager and will help you thrive as a leader. Strong working relationships promote company success, longevity, and can mitigate burnout. These relationships don’t happen overnight; they require maintenance and implementation of new strategies, as well as an attitude […]
