Every so often, something happens in your career that you instantly know will stay with you forever. As someone who coaches leading with compassion as a core principle, you experience one of those rare experiences that doesn’t just mark your professional identity; it validates who you are and quietly reveals the kind of leader you’ve become. One […]
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HR is Broken: DEI’s been axed… and that’s just the beginning
I hate to break it to you, but HR is typically one of the least popular departments in any large organization. Many employees think HR is broken, who see it as an overly bureaucratic source of unnecessary rules and paperwork. HR is also viewed as the gatekeeper of benefits and as the corporate grim reaper […]
Dealing with ungrateful employees: 5 management styles we need to talk about
Managing a team of employees can be a complex and challenging task, even for the most talented and experienced managers. But dealing with ungrateful employees can add a whole new dimension to a manager’s role, and something most are not well equipped to do well. Although understanding the root causes of an employee’s bad attitude […]
Unlimited PTO is Bullsh*t: Why so many companies get it so wrong
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 […]
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 […]
