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EP 5:

EP 5: The Key to Long-Term Employee Retention

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In This Episode

The modern workforce has new retention challenges, but here are some useful tips.

In this episode, Cara Silletto, president and chief retention officer of Magnet Culture, shares her insights on employee retention challenges and well-being strategies for the workplace. She sheds light on the shifting landscape of retention and the impact of social media on transparency in areas like pay and company culture. Throughout the conversation, Cara stresses the significance of comprehending individual mindsets over relying solely on generational stereotypes. She also explains how to apply practical solutions for retention, including improving the new hire experience, ongoing team-building, and using the platinum rule of customized appreciation.

Tune in to learn some strategies and insights for addressing the pressing issue of employee retention in the modern work world!

About Cara Silletto:

Workforce thought leader Cara Silletto, MBA, CSP, is the speaker and trainer with that memorable purple hair who works with companies across the country to improve employee retention by making managers more effective in their roles.

As President and Chief Retention Officer of Magnet Culture, Cara has built an incredible team of generational and turnover experts to provide relevant live and virtual keynote speeches, specialized training programs, and consulting, all of which are custom-built to make businesses more profitable!

Workforce Magazine named Cara a “Game Changer” for her innovative solutions for bridging today’s widening generational gaps in the workplace, and Recruiter.com listed her in their “Top 10 Company Culture Experts to Watch” list. She’s been quoted in Forbes, HuffPost, The Boston Globe, and many more publications, and is the author of the book, “Staying Power: Why Your Employees Leave & How to Keep Them Longer.” In 2018, she was recognized in the Forty Under 40 list in Louisville, KY.

In 2020, Cara earned her Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) designation from the National Speakers Assn; she became a Certified Virtual Presenter through eSpeakers; and Magnet Culture became a certified Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) through WBENC.

What You'll Learn
  • Employee retention challenges have evolved due to increased job choices, comparison data accessibility, and employee confidence in seeking better treatment and compensation.
  • Improving the new hire experience through personalized onboarding, blending compliance and culture influences retention positively.
  • Leaders must adapt their approaches to accommodate the changing workforce, including active listening and fostering inclusivity.
  • Effective onboarding extends beyond initial training, necessitating ongoing team-building and clear communication.
  • Employee retention requires a strategic approach involving clear communication of expectations, personalized recognition, and understanding of diverse employee motivations.
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Host & Guest

Dr. Renee Thompson

DNP, RN, FAONL, FAAN · CEO & Founder, HWI

A leading authority on creating healthy work cultures by eliminating bullying and incivility in healthcare, with 31+ years of clinical and executive experience. One of only 30 nurses worldwide to earn the Certified Speaking Professional designation.

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