What Your Top Talent Won't Tell You - Until They Quit
You may believe your best people would raise their hand when things go sideways. In practice, though, they often don’t. They show up, deliver, adapt, and stay silent. Until they don’t.If you listen carefully, what they don’t say can be the loudest signal of all. Where U.S. Engagement Stands Today In 2023, only 33 % of
6 Hidden Margin Leaks That Are Draining Your Business
Margins are getting tighter. You feel it. We feel it. And we hear it in conversations with business leaders across every industry. Revenue might be holding steady, even growing, but the money left over at the end of the month? That’s a different story. If you’re wondering why your margin is shrinking, here are six real reasons
When Ethics Fail at the Top: A Wake-Up Call for Leaders
At trueU, we believe values aren’t something you frame on the wall; they’re what people see in action when things get uncomfortable. You don’t need a viral moment to understand how fast trust can unravel. Every leader has faced situations where judgment, boundaries, or communication got blurry, and the ripple effects were felt across the
The Hidden Costs of No HR: Why Every Business Needs an HR Function
For many small and growing businesses, investing in a dedicated Human Resources (HR) function might not seem like a top priority. However, overlooking HR can result in significant hidden costs that negatively impact the business in the short and long term. HR goes beyond hiring and payroll—it’s about managing people, creating a positive workplace culture,
Maintain a Respectful and Inclusive Workplace During Election Season
As election season rolls in, organizations must handle this potentially sensitive time with care, focusing on people management rather than political viewpoints. The goal is clear: to maintain a respectful and inclusive workplace. This blog offers friendly advice on how to achieve this goal and maintain harmony and professionalism in your organization during the upcoming
What Battle are You Losing in the War for Talent? Talent Attraction
The War for Talent is a big deal in many industries despite higher rates of unemployment so it’s critical to win as many battles as possible. Talent Attraction is a tough battle and when it’s lost, it means companies aren’t bringing on the top talent necessary to grow or even sustain their business. ML Talent
Overcoming the Fear of Outsourcing
“We definitely need help. We can’t afford it unless we outsource. The last time we hired a consultant, it was a disaster. Never again.” Sound familiar? Small and mid-sized businesses that need specific expertise or skills often struggle needlessly because they’ve had a bad experience in the past. The Great Misunderstanding These “disasters” are almost
Interview Questions: What’s Illegal to Ask?
There are many laws governing questions that employers may ask during the interview process. If a question has discriminatory implications or employment is denied based on the applicant’s answer, the employer may have broken the law. This article offers examples of illegal or inadvisable questions and some acceptable alternatives. Federal and state laws generally require
Top 10 Trends Shaping the Talent Landscape part 3 of 3
People Working with Purpose Creating and communicating a higher sense of purpose into the employee experience is necessary to recruit and retain the top talent you need. According to a recent Mercer Survey(link)...thriving employees are 3x more likely to work for a company with a strong sense of purpose. Employees want to know how their
Top 10 Trends Shaping the Talent Landscape part 2 of 3
People Analytics for Better Engagement Yes, people analytics have been around for quite a while, but they continue to evolve and be used for a greater purpose. Glassdoor shows that while employee engagement has, on average, been almost flat since 2009, there is a bell curve of companies that are good and bad at