Workplace relationships are not new, but they remain one of the most common sources of employee relations issues when expectations are unclear. Employers often do not realize there is a concern until a complaint is raised, morale is impacted, or a manager is unsure how to respond. By that point, the situation is usually more complicated and more difficult to resolve. Addressing workplace relationships is not about limiting connection. It is about reducing risk, maintaining co

Last year, we focused on onboarding for cultural fit and how early experiences shape engagement and retention ( check out the post here ). As we head into a new year, this is a good moment to shift the focus to your onboarding. Start With a Process Review Over the course of a year, onboarding steps tend to grow organically. Forms are added, new information is layered in, and responsibilities shift without always being documented. This can result in a process that feels clunky