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Retention Without Raises: How to Keep Top Talent When Budgets Are Tight

When promotions are paused, hiring is frozen, and compensation budgets are flat, organizations often brace for talent exits. The fear is understandable, and in many cases, justified. But here’s what’s often missed: Most people don’t leave because of the paycheck. According to iHire’s 2024 Talent Retention Report, just 20% of employees cited pay as the primary […]

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6 practical strategies for managing uncertainty and change

6 Practical Emotional Intelligence Strategies for Navigating Uncertainty and Change

Uncertainty and change are inevitable in both personal and professional life. Whether it’s an economic downturn, industry shifts, leadership changes, or unexpected life events, how we respond to uncertainty determines our ability to thrive. Emotional intelligence (EQ) plays a critical role in helping us navigate these challenges with resilience and composure. By strengthening self-awareness, regulating

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Feedback for growth

Cultivating a Growth Mindset: How to Receive Feedback for Habit Change

A quick internet search will reveal numerous books elucidating how we can alter our habits, rewire our brains, and grow into more successful human beings, both personally and professionally. Powerful bestsellers have guided many people to make drastic improvements over time through the consistent repetition of tiny changes, whether it involves working out, writing a

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Employee Development

4 Proven Strategies for Effective Employee Development

In today’s competitive landscape, investing in employee development is not merely a nice perk; it’s a strategic imperative for enhancing well-being, communication, collaboration, relationships, and performance. While this sounds like a lot to tackle, we can do so by turning to Team Emotional Intelligence (EQ). Team EQ focuses on emotions and relationships, the two key factors in performance.

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