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Today, we honor the bravery, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment of our veterans. These men and women answered the call to serve, protecting our freedoms, and embodying true courage. As we celebrate Veterans Day, let us reflect on their incredible service and honor the sacrifices they made. To all those who have served and continue to serve, thank you. #VeteransDay #HonorOurHeroes #ThankYouVeterans

Join us in helping our client fill two positions located in the Albany, NY area. These are amazing opportunities to work with a growing organization. #hiring

Join our founder, Kristy Swegheimer, in Dallas next month for the EPIC Conference, NETA’s new industry-leading conference. Now an annual event, EPIC will allow electrical power professionals responsible for driving their organizations forward to share ideas crucial to the industry’s future progress.

Check out our Founder, Kristy Swegheimer, SPHR's most recent podcast.

Happy International Women in Engineering Day! #INWED24

Have you ever wondered what sets apart successful leadership teams from the rest? After re-reading Patrick Lencioni’s The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team, I felt compelled to share my reflections and invite a discussion on this crucial topic. In today's ever-changing business landscape, the effectiveness of a leadership team often distinguishes thriving companies from those that struggle. Reflecting on my professional experiences, I've seen the stark contrast between teams that were perfectly aligned and those that were not. The difference is night and day, and it reinforces a crucial lesson: alignment is key. From Lencioni's insights, we learn about the challenges teams face, such as Absence of Trust, Fear of Conflict, Lack of Commitment, Avoidance of Accountability, and Inattention to Results. Each of these dysfunctions can derail a team's success, but when leadership teams are in harmony, even the most challenging projects become achievable, and the work environment becomes inspiring. I'd love to hear how team dynamics have played a role in your professional experiences. Have you been part of a team that overcame these dysfunctions? What was the impact on your projects and overall work environment? Share your stories in the comments!

It’s Been a Busy HR Week: Unpacking the FTC’s Proposed Ban on Non-Compete Clauses & DOL’s Overtime Wage Adjustments. This week has been packed with significant developments that are buzzing through the HR community. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is pushing forward with a proposal to ban non-compete clauses, which could fundamentally change how we manage talent mobility and competition. Simultaneously, the Department of Labor (DOL) is revising its overtime wage regulations to expand eligibility for overtime pay. 🔹 FTC's Proposed Ban on Non-Compete Clauses: This change is designed to empower employees to pursue new opportunities without the shackles of non-compete clauses. However, this proposal isn’t set in stone yet—there are still legal hurdles and debates that could alter its course. 🔹 DOL's Overtime Wage Adjustments: More employees may soon be eligible for overtime pay, which is great news for workers but presents new challenges for payroll budgets. Like the FTC’s ban, these overtime regulations are still under review and could face changes. As these are not final rulings, I suggest that all HR professionals and business leaders proceed with caution. Now is a great time to start evaluating both of these and how they would affect your business. How are you preparing for these potential changes? Let’s discuss how we can navigate these developments together and keep our teams informed and engaged.

Happy #CustomerAppreciationDay! Our team has been privileged to work alongside some amazing firms. Thank you for the support and trust you put in us each day.

Our founder, Kristy Swegheimer, SPHR was a guest on the "Blended Workforces @Work" podcast, hosted by the inspiring Karan Ferrell- Rhodes of Shockingly Different Leadership. Watch here on YouTube or anywhere you get your podcasts. https://lnkd.in/eY55T_sz

Our Founder, Kristy Swegheimer, SPHR, will be speaking at next week's DisruptHR; make sure to reserve your seat soon. https://lnkd.in/eD7aeaan #disrupthr