Employee Retention
Nearly four years after the brief but severe COVID-19 recession in the spring of 2020, the U.S. jobs market remains exceptionally strong. The balance of power is firmly tilted toward workers — with little sign of a recession that might swing the power pendulum back to employers. With the national unemployment rate hovering near 50-year… Read More »
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HR departments find that “stay interviews” – those conducted with current employees to gauge the gratification they see in their positions – can be the perfect antidote to exit interviews. Given the surge in job-hopping, particularly post-pandemic, companies say that stay interviews are helping to reduce turnover while increasing production and satisfaction among workers. As… Read More »
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Change is inevitable, especially in the fast-paced world of multifamily real estate. However, as companies eagerly embrace transformative initiatives, a significant challenge emerges — change burnout. With constant shifts in market dynamics, technology, and customer expectations, this phenomenon is a growing concern in the industry, and it can have profound consequences on the performance and well-being of… Read More »
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In “Increasing Tenant Satisfaction – and ROI – Through Superior Service Delivery”, I explained that “the key to keeping buildings leased is to make sure tenants are happy.” The reason is intuitive and now has been proven quantitatively: Satisfied tenants are more likely to renew their leases. They are also more likely to recommend the… Read More »
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Both are needed to successfully integrate new employees and retain top talent! Orientation and onboarding: Both are familiar terms, yet they are two words often mistakenly used interchangeably. While they may seem similar at first glance, they serve distinct purposes and play crucial roles in retaining organizational talent. And everyone in the organization (not… Read More »
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When we talk about building an employee-centric culture, what we really mean is focusing on the well-being and success of our employees. This means making sure they feel supported, empowered, and engaged in their work, which, in turn, leads to better productivity, innovation, and, ultimately, business success. As a property management company that specializes in… Read More »
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We’ve incorporated many of the latest learning principles into Grace Hill courseware — from modular course format to diverse learning approaches.
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Growing up, I always knew I was different. I struggled with my gender identity, feeling like I was constantly playing a role that didn’t quite fit. It took me over 30 years to realize I was non-binary, and discovering the language and community that allowed me to explore my identity has been life-changing. As a… Read More »
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The new year is here, filled with promise and expectation for all that is to come. While challenges remain, there is something a bit magical about entering a new year. It’s an opportunity to take stock, reevaluate, and then shift to new ways of thinking and working. Change can be hard, but it’s not always… Read More »
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For all the work that goes into attracting qualified candidates, it’s natural to feel tapped out when it comes to expanding or improving your employee training and development programs. However, take note because there are important changes you can make that require minimal effort to implement. While many factors are at play in retaining top… Read More »
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It’s being called the “Great Resignation.” Many members of the U.S. workforce who left their posts for various reasons during the pandemic have yet to resume employment, and employers are clinging tenuously to their current staff. While multifamily has weathered COVID-19 admirably, it hasn’t been immune to the recent talent shortages. The 2021 Apartment Visionaries… Read More »
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The apartment industry is certainly “all in” when it comes to providing an optimal resident experience. And why shouldn’t it be? Renting as a lifestyle choice has never been more desirable, and rising rents and strong occupancy are driving performance. But facing one of the toughest job markets they’ve ever seen, apartment operators today are… Read More »
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