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Reducing Turnover and Boosting Engagement Through Talent Optimization

Challenge: High employee turnover and disengagement are significant challenges for many organizations. These issues not only affect team morale and productivity but also result in substantial financial costs. Disengaged employees can lead to decreased performance,...

Integration Readiness Assessment for Acquisitions

When considering the acquisition of a company, it's crucial to assess how well the new organization will integrate with your existing operations. This evaluation focuses on cultural fit, strategic alignment, and operational compatibility. To assist in this process, we...

Optimizing Processes for Quality Work

Challenge: In many organizations, employees often feel that the processes and procedures in place are either too cumbersome or too sparse, negatively impacting the quality of their work. When processes are not well-balanced, it can lead to inefficiencies, frustration,...

Reigniting Passion in the Workplace

Challenge: A common challenge faced by organizations today is ensuring that employees remain excited and passionate about their work. When enthusiasm wanes, it can lead to decreased motivation, lower productivity, and a lack of engagement. Employees who are not...

Fostering Work-Life Balance for Enhanced Employee Well-Being

Challenge: In today’s fast-paced work environment, many employees struggle to maintain a healthy balance between their professional responsibilities and personal lives. When work interferes with personal time, it can lead to stress, burnout, and decreased...

Enhancing Employee Recognition in the Workplace

Challenge: One of the significant challenges faced by many organizations today is ensuring that employees feel appropriately recognized for their hard work. When employees perceive a lack of recognition, it can lead to disengagement, reduced morale, and ultimately,...

Why Compliance Should Be Your CDFI’s Best Friend

Challenge: Compliance is often viewed as a burden by many Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), but when approached strategically, it can be a powerful ally in achieving your mission. Let’s explore the challenges, the solutions, and the actions you can...

Five Strategies to Revolutionize Community Engagement

Challenge: Effective community engagement is crucial for Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) to fulfill their mission and maximize their impact. However, many CDFIs struggle with engaging their communities effectively, which limits their reach and...

Unlocking Potential: Leadership Development in CDFIs

Challenge: Effective leadership is crucial for Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) to achieve their mission and maximize their impact. However, many CDFIs struggle with developing strong leadership, which can hinder their ability to drive strategic...
Embracing DEIAB

Embracing DEIAB

Introduction In an ever-evolving global business landscape, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Belonging (DEIAB) have emerged as crucial elements in creating a compassionate, cohesive, and collaborative work environment. The implementation of DEIAB...

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Empathy and Compassion

Empathy and Compassion

Introduction In an era where emotional intelligence is highly valued in the workplace, empathy and compassion have emerged as pivotal forces in shaping high-performing teams. Understanding and respecting each team member's natural behavioral drivers are not just moral...

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Harmonizing Teams

Harmonizing Teams

Introduction In the fast-paced and diverse landscape of modern workplaces, the ability to effectively engage, communicate, and collaborate within teams is paramount to success. As a leader or team member, understanding and implementing practical strategies to enhance...

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Aligning Stars

Aligning Stars

Introduction In the rapidly evolving corporate world, the significance of a clearly articulated organizational purpose, mission, vision, and values cannot be overstated. These foundational elements are not mere words on a website; they are the guiding stars that shape...

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Fostering Growth

Fostering Growth

Introduction In the contemporary corporate landscape, the emphasis on employee development has shifted significantly. It's no longer solely about professional upskilling; there's a growing recognition of the importance of holistic personal and professional...

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Cultivating Excellence

Cultivating Excellence

Introduction In an era marked by rapid change and complexity, the call for sustainable, healthy, and innovative leadership in organizations has never been louder. The SOAR Community Network (SOAR) stands at the forefront of this transformation, with its unique C3...

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Understanding the Pulse of Your Workforce

Understanding the Pulse of Your Workforce

Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of modern organizations, understanding employee experience has become a cornerstone for cultivating a productive, engaged, and fulfilled workforce. Assessing and diagnosing employee experience is not just about gathering...

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Aligning Employee Purpose

Aligning Employee Purpose

Introduction In the dynamic environments of government contracting, nonprofits, and public education, aligning an individual's purpose with the organization's mission, vision, and core values is pivotal. This strategic alignment is powerfully facilitated through the...

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People Strategy for your organization

Books

The following is a list of books authored or co-authored by our CEO Mali Phonpadith.

A Million Fireflies

In her book, A Million Fireflies, internationally award-winning poet Mali Phonpadith takes us on a journey of love and loss, incorporating both poetry and real life stories to give voice to the true language of a heart that has seen much, felt deeply and survived to shine.

Born To Be Me

These 19 women take you on their journeys of self discovery as they unveil their emotional and inspirational life stories. They share their deepest thoughts, fears and experiences as they learn about themselves through overcoming the obstacles and tests life has thrown at them.

The Balancing Act

The Balancing Act is an intimate account of 12 Women as they share their experiences, challenges, decisions and ongoing transformation as they face obstacles and achieve successes. These Women’s stories will take you on a guided journey through The Balancing Act.

Namaslay

Namaslay is a compilation of twelve heart-centered entrepreneurs who will enlighten you on how they manifested and slayed their dreams. They have transformed their lives by owning who they are, claiming their power and built a rich life of passion and soul purpose in both their personal and business lives.

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