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The Season of Truth: What Leaders and Teams Must Release in December to Renew for 2026
By Deborah Stallings, MA, SHRM-SCP December is more than a month on the calendar. It is a mirror. A mirror that reveals what the year built and what it bruised. A mirror that reflects what we celebrated and what we avoided. A mirror that shows how we...
When the Ground Moves: Leading Through Change with Calm, Clarity, and Courage
Finding rhythm, rebuilding trust, and leading with compassion in uncertain times By Deborah Stallings, MA, SHRM-SCP Recently, my community experienced an earthquake. It lasted only a few seconds, followed by a brief tremor under our feet. In that mom...
Unstoppable Talent™: Building Inclusive Workplaces that Win
The Story We Never Hear Imagine a small medical practice with twelve employees. The practice manager interviews a candidate for a billing role. She is highly qualified and experienced in recovering unpaid claims. She also happens to use a wheelchair....
The Forgotten KPI: Profitable, Peaceful, and Purpose-Driven Workplaces Where Suicide Awareness Saves Lives
Why This Matters September is National Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month. Yet suicide is not only a health issue. It is a workplace issue, a leadership issue, and a culture issue. Employers must strive for high performance because, without it, o...
Purpose Over Panic: Navigating AI Without Losing Mission or Meaning
Opening Story At a small behavioral health clinic outside Atlanta, Jasmine, a licensed clinical social worker, noticed that the office was introducing a new artificial intelligence-based patient documentation system. While it promised faster intake a...
Mindset as the Slingshot: Conquering the Giants Between You and Your Purpose
Mindset as the Slingshot: Conquering the Giants Between You and Your Purpose Stone by Stone, Build the Mindset That Moves Mountains By: Deborah Stallings, MA, SHRM-SCP What if the real battle is not external at all, but internal? What if the giant th...
From Clay to Code: How AI is Reshaping Work and Why It Might Be a Blessing in Disguise
In the beginning, humans shaped the world with their hands, tilling the soil, turning clay, and lighting fires. Today, we are shaping our future with lines of code. This is not another panic-laced proclamation about robots taking your job. It is a gu...
Mental Wellness at Work: Creating Safe Spaces Where Small Teams Thrive
Introduction May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time when we are called to pause, reflect, and act. As small business leaders and HR professionals, this observance presents a meaningful opportunity to examine how we cultivate environments that p...
My Job: Stay Relevant and Stay Ready How to Thrive in Uncertain Times with Faith, Focus, and Forward Thinking
In today’s uncertain economic climate, job security feels more like a moving target than a guarantee. Headlines announce layoffs, early retirements, organizational restructurings, and hiring freezes. Financial stress ripples through companies large a...
Breakthrough Careers | Breakthrough Companies: The Future of Work
Introduction: Navigating Uncertainty with Resilience Maya had dedicated five years to working at a healthcare nonprofit, committed to improving community wellness. While colleagues advanced into leadership roles, she remained in the same position. De...
The Power of Leadership Love: Elevating Employee Engagement Without Fear or Force
Happy Valentine’s Day and Happy February! This month, love is celebrated in many ways—but have you ever considered how love fits into leadership? In the workplace, love is more than a feeling; it is a leadership strategy that fosters trust, eng...
The Speed Factor: Why 10x Growth is Easier Than 2x
Introduction: The Speed Factor in Business, Nonprofits, and Faith-Based Organizations Imagine ordering something online and having it arrive at your doorstep within hours. Amazon has revolutionized customer expectations by making speed a fundamental ...
Transition From Resolutions to Results: Your Blueprint for Growth in 2025 By Deborah Stallings, MA, SHRM-SCP, CEO, HR Anew
As the year drew to a close in December 2023, I reflected on a year filled with challenges. I had planned extensively that year, but various circumstances limited what I was able to achieve. Despite the hurdles, moments of achievement and allies who ...
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Shaping Leaders: The Untapped Potential of HR in Leadership Development
The role of Human Resources has evolved beyond managing employee records and ensuring compliance with labor laws. Today, HR professionals are strategic partners shaping the future of organizations. One area where this influence is profoundly felt is ...
12 Business Goals To Prioritize When Planning For Q1 In 2023
As 2022 comes to an end, business leaders are starting to prepare for the beginning of 2023 by prioritizing business goals that will anchor their success. From meaningful employee experience to improving company culture, leaders must leverage their e...
Telework: How to Navigate the New Flexible Work Model
Telework: How to Navigate the New Flexible Work Model The COVID-19 pandemic has forced employers into more telework, remote work, and workplace flexibilities. Many Human Resource (HR) experts are predicting that putting this particular genie back in...
Cybersecurity Essentials for Small Businesses: Protecting Your Company from Within
In The Beekeeper, a significant and impactful storyline involves a woman named Eloise Parker, who falls victim to a phishing scam. The scam resulted in the theft of $2 million intended for a charity fund she managed. The loss is so overwhelming and d...
Harnessing Emotional Intelligence: The Role of DiSC® in Understanding and Managing Your Emotions at Work
Imagine walking into a meeting equipped not just with your notes but with a profound understanding of your emotional awareness and that of your colleagues. It is not just about being empathetic but strategically applying this knowledge to foster a mo...
July 1 Deadline for Overtime Rule Is Here: What All Employers Need to Know
As the July 1, 2024, deadline for the updated U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) overtime rule nears, employers in various industries face significant uncertainties. This rule change, which raises the salary threshold for overtime eligibility, will impac...
Transform Your Workplace with DiSC®: Know Your Team’s Behaviors, Motivations, and Emotional Intelligence for Better Performance
Learn how DiSC® assessments can boost emotional intelligence across your team, fostering a more understanding and cooperative work environment. The Vital Role of Behavior Insights in Small Business In today’s rapidly evolving small business lan...
Achieving Success with Remote Teams: 20 Best Practices
Remote teams are becoming the new norm, but thriving in a remote environment requires careful planning and execution. Here are Deborah’s 20 best practices to ensure your remote team stays connected, productive, and accountable. 1. Clear Communication...
Unlock the Power of the Balanced Scorecard: Maximizing Team Performance
Discover how the right tools can revolutionize your business strategy and drive success. Introduction to the Balanced Scorecard In today’s dynamic business landscape, a staggering 90% of organizations need support to execute their strategies ef...
Embracing the DEIB Innovation: Paving the Way for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging in Your Business and Team
Introduction The DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging) innovation has ushered in a transformative era in the business landscape. It goes beyond superficial checkboxes, calling for a genuine embrace of diverse perspectives and the cultiva...
Unlocking Employee Potential: The Secret HR Strategies You Need
Elevating your business’s success is intimately tied to unlocking the full potential of your employees. According to a Gallup study, companies that leverage employees’ strengths can expect a 10-19% increase in sales and a 14-29% increase ...
Mastering the Art of Conflict Resolution: A Must-Read for Every HR Professional
In the multifaceted world of business, conflict resolution emerges not merely as a skill, but as an essential expertise. According to the CPP Global Human Capital Report, U.S. employees spend 2.8 hours per week dealing with conflict, equating to appr...
Explaining President Biden’s Anti-Arbitration Bill
In early March 2022, President Biden signed an anti-arbitration bill shaking up the human resources world. The “Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act of 2021” amends the Federal Arbitration Act, which generally favors ...
Using the Examples of MLK to Become a Better Leader
Monday, January 17th is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, a national holiday to honor and recognize the teachings of this great leader. Business owners and managers can learn a great deal about how to be a better leader from Dr. King. He was a man of pati...
How to Ensure People are Getting Tasks Done When They Work from Home
Although it is already November 2021, there are a lot of companies who still have their employees working from home or have decided to allow them to work from home indefinitely. While technology has made the transition to working from home quite easy...
How to Champion Your People When They Work from Home
Although it is already the fall of 2021, many companies still have employees working from home or have decided on a model to work from home indefinitely. While technology is evolving and helping to make the transition to work from home relatively str...
Easy and Cost Effective Employee Wellness Initiatives
Employee wellness should be a top priority for your organization, even in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Helping to keep your employees happy and in good health can help create a more positive workplace culture and experience. If you aren’t sure...
Solutions for a High Employee Turnover or Toxic Work Environment
The COVID-19 pandemic has added an entirely new stress level to workplace environments. Employees are often grappling with increased measures to stay healthy, new work guidelines or policies, plus whatever added responsibilities they are experiencing...
How To Champion Your People When They Work From Home
Although it is already the fall of 2021, many companies still have employees working from home or have decided on a model to work from home indefinitely. While technology is evolving and helping to make the transition to work from home relatively str...
Cybersecurity Essentials for Small Businesses: Protecting Your Company from Within
In The Beekeeper, a significant and impactful storyline involves a woman named Eloise Parker, who falls victim to a phishing scam. The scam resulted in the theft of $2 million intended for a charity fund she managed. The loss is so overwhelming and d...
Harnessing Emotional Intelligence: The Role of DiSC® in Understanding and Managing Your Emotions at Work
Imagine walking into a meeting equipped not just with your notes but with a profound understanding of your emotional awareness and that of your colleagues. It is not just about being empathetic but strategically applying this knowledge to foster a mo...
July 1 Deadline for Overtime Rule Is Here: What All Employers Need to Know
As the July 1, 2024, deadline for the updated U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) overtime rule nears, employers in various industries face significant uncertainties. This rule change, which raises the salary threshold for overtime eligibility, will impac...
Transform Your Workplace with DiSC®: Know Your Team’s Behaviors, Motivations, and Emotional Intelligence for Better Performance
Learn how DiSC® assessments can boost emotional intelligence across your team, fostering a more understanding and cooperative work environment. The Vital Role of Behavior Insights in Small Business In today’s rapidly evolving small business lan...
Change The Way We Hire™: A Proven Modern-Day Method to Attract and Retain Top Performers
Jesse faced significant challenges in recruiting, hiring, and retaining top performers for his company. This led to considerable financial strain, diminished cash flow, and stress for Jesse and the team, negatively impacting customer experiences and ...
Unlock the Power of the Balanced Scorecard: Maximizing Team Performance
Discover how the right tools can revolutionize your business strategy and drive success. Introduction to the Balanced Scorecard In today’s dynamic business landscape, a staggering 90% of organizations need support to execute their strategies ef...
Cybersecurity Essentials for Small Businesses: Protecting Your Company from Within
In The Beekeeper, a significant and impactful storyline involves a woman named Eloise Parker, who falls victim to a phishing scam. The scam resulted in the theft of $2 million intended for a charity fund she managed. The loss is so overwhelming and d...
Harnessing Emotional Intelligence: The Role of DiSC® in Understanding and Managing Your Emotions at Work
Imagine walking into a meeting equipped not just with your notes but with a profound understanding of your emotional awareness and that of your colleagues. It is not just about being empathetic but strategically applying this knowledge to foster a mo...
July 1 Deadline for Overtime Rule Is Here: What All Employers Need to Know
As the July 1, 2024, deadline for the updated U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) overtime rule nears, employers in various industries face significant uncertainties. This rule change, which raises the salary threshold for overtime eligibility, will impac...
Transform Your Workplace with DiSC®: Know Your Team’s Behaviors, Motivations, and Emotional Intelligence for Better Performance
Learn how DiSC® assessments can boost emotional intelligence across your team, fostering a more understanding and cooperative work environment. The Vital Role of Behavior Insights in Small Business In today’s rapidly evolving small business lan...
Change The Way We Hire™: A Proven Modern-Day Method to Attract and Retain Top Performers
Jesse faced significant challenges in recruiting, hiring, and retaining top performers for his company. This led to considerable financial strain, diminished cash flow, and stress for Jesse and the team, negatively impacting customer experiences and ...
Achieving Success with Remote Teams: 20 Best Practices
Remote teams are becoming the new norm, but thriving in a remote environment requires careful planning and execution. Here are Deborah’s 20 best practices to ensure your remote team stays connected, productive, and accountable. 1. Clear Communication...
Unlock the Power of the Balanced Scorecard: Maximizing Team Performance
Discover how the right tools can revolutionize your business strategy and drive success. Introduction to the Balanced Scorecard In today’s dynamic business landscape, a staggering 90% of organizations need support to execute their strategies ef...
HR Anew Helps Employers EASE into A Flexible Work Model
As the world reopens, employers are struggling with numerous issues in the “new normal.” How can employees safely return to work? How can employees get to work, particularly those dependent on public transportation? How should offices be designed to...
Effective Recruitment Strategies in the Great Resignation
Given the impact of the COVID pandemic and the great resignation, many employers have pivoted their hiring practices. Recruitment and hiring the right talent is one of the biggest challenges employers are facing today. Gone are the days when a candid...
10 Ideas for Employers-Doing Business During COVID-19 Mental & Business Health
The COVID-19 pandemic, social justice, and other matters has resulted in employers and employees experiencing crisis, change, and circumstances beyond our control. We really don’t know how these turning points will impact the future and we only have ...
Recruiting at Your Command: Redefining Hiring Practices to Build Your Dream Team with Unparalleled Service and Support
In today’s competitive business landscape, assembling a dream team is crucial for success. Finding the right talent who can drive innovation, achieve goals, and elevate your organization requires a fresh approach to recruiting. In this HR Anew ...
Build a More Inclusive Workplace: Include Older Americans in Diversity Recruitment Efforts
Recently, there has been an increased focus on creating a more inclusive workplace by prioritizing diversity and inclusion in recruitment efforts. However, older Americans have often been overlooked in diversity recruiting efforts, despite the many b...
Effective Recruitment Strategies in the Great Resignation
Given the impact of the COVID pandemic and the great resignation, many employers have pivoted their hiring practices. Recruitment and hiring the right talent is one of the biggest challenges employers are facing today. Gone are the days when a candid...
Cybersecurity Essentials for Small Businesses: Protecting Your Company from Within
In The Beekeeper, a significant and impactful storyline involves a woman named Eloise Parker, who falls victim to a phishing scam. The scam resulted in the theft of $2 million intended for a charity fund she managed. The loss is so overwhelming and d...
Harnessing Emotional Intelligence: The Role of DiSC® in Understanding and Managing Your Emotions at Work
Imagine walking into a meeting equipped not just with your notes but with a profound understanding of your emotional awareness and that of your colleagues. It is not just about being empathetic but strategically applying this knowledge to foster a mo...
July 1 Deadline for Overtime Rule Is Here: What All Employers Need to Know
As the July 1, 2024, deadline for the updated U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) overtime rule nears, employers in various industries face significant uncertainties. This rule change, which raises the salary threshold for overtime eligibility, will impac...
Transform Your Workplace with DiSC®: Know Your Team’s Behaviors, Motivations, and Emotional Intelligence for Better Performance
Learn how DiSC® assessments can boost emotional intelligence across your team, fostering a more understanding and cooperative work environment. The Vital Role of Behavior Insights in Small Business In today’s rapidly evolving small business lan...
Change The Way We Hire™: A Proven Modern-Day Method to Attract and Retain Top Performers
Jesse faced significant challenges in recruiting, hiring, and retaining top performers for his company. This led to considerable financial strain, diminished cash flow, and stress for Jesse and the team, negatively impacting customer experiences and ...
Achieving Success with Remote Teams: 20 Best Practices
Remote teams are becoming the new norm, but thriving in a remote environment requires careful planning and execution. Here are Deborah’s 20 best practices to ensure your remote team stays connected, productive, and accountable. 1. Clear Communication...
Unlock the Power of the Balanced Scorecard: Maximizing Team Performance
Discover how the right tools can revolutionize your business strategy and drive success. Introduction to the Balanced Scorecard In today’s dynamic business landscape, a staggering 90% of organizations need support to execute their strategies ef...
Cybersecurity Essentials for Small Businesses: Protecting Your Company from Within
In The Beekeeper, a significant and impactful storyline involves a woman named Eloise Parker, who falls victim to a phishing scam. The scam resulted in the theft of $2 million intended for a charity fund she managed. The loss is so overwhelming and d...
Harnessing Emotional Intelligence: The Role of DiSC® in Understanding and Managing Your Emotions at Work
Imagine walking into a meeting equipped not just with your notes but with a profound understanding of your emotional awareness and that of your colleagues. It is not just about being empathetic but strategically applying this knowledge to foster a mo...
July 1 Deadline for Overtime Rule Is Here: What All Employers Need to Know
As the July 1, 2024, deadline for the updated U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) overtime rule nears, employers in various industries face significant uncertainties. This rule change, which raises the salary threshold for overtime eligibility, will impac...
Transform Your Workplace with DiSC®: Know Your Team’s Behaviors, Motivations, and Emotional Intelligence for Better Performance
Learn how DiSC® assessments can boost emotional intelligence across your team, fostering a more understanding and cooperative work environment. The Vital Role of Behavior Insights in Small Business In today’s rapidly evolving small business lan...
Change The Way We Hire™: A Proven Modern-Day Method to Attract and Retain Top Performers
Jesse faced significant challenges in recruiting, hiring, and retaining top performers for his company. This led to considerable financial strain, diminished cash flow, and stress for Jesse and the team, negatively impacting customer experiences and ...
Achieving Success with Remote Teams: 20 Best Practices
Remote teams are becoming the new norm, but thriving in a remote environment requires careful planning and execution. Here are Deborah’s 20 best practices to ensure your remote team stays connected, productive, and accountable. 1. Clear Communication...
Unlock the Power of the Balanced Scorecard: Maximizing Team Performance
Discover how the right tools can revolutionize your business strategy and drive success. Introduction to the Balanced Scorecard In today’s dynamic business landscape, a staggering 90% of organizations need support to execute their strategies ef...