Managing Talent Retention
September 2008 Newsletter
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Four Reasons Managers and Executives Stay: Observations of a Seasoned Executive Coach
I observe closely when I have the fortune of working with a high-functioning team. They know how to have tough conversations, but there is collaboration, good-natured teasing and ability to figure out what really matters. I have noticed four patterns these teams have in common that make people to want to hang around for a long time.
September 11, 2008 Marie Jennings
The Four Cultures of Employee Retention
Organizations with high rates of employee retention concentrate on creating four distinct cultures that keep people focused on the organization and its goals. Here, we explore these four cultures and to recommend practical strategies for developing these cultures in your workplace. Effective retention cultures include an intense focus on choice, balance, development and care.
September 11, 2008 Marnie Green
Emotional Intelligence - Increasing Retention
Negative emotions can be like a stealth virus that drains both financial and human resources from your company. The key to preventing an outbreak of this virus at your company is an emotionally intelligent retention strategy. This is not about "program of the month" incentives such as "Bring Your Pet to Work Day," or "Anniversary bonuses," and it will require more than a fair compensation package.
September 11, 2008 Byron Stock
Mom and Dad Were Right: Retaining the Gen Y Worker
Generation Y workers are critical to the success of today's workforce because of their education, energy and confidence. Yet, surprisingly, Gen Y's biggest influencers are their parents and grandparents. Consider how your organization can show parents or grandparents (even a spouse if appropriate) the opportunities your organization is offering to this key generation.
September 11, 2008 Greta Sherman
Employee Retention for New Hires
For many organizations, turnover is greatest in the first 84 days. But there are some simple things you can do to increase the chance of employees making it through that probationary period.
September 11, 2008 James Robbins
