by Kristin Johnson | May 12, 2026 | Blog
There’s a moment in every HR career when you pause mid-conversation and think: …this can’t be real. And yet—here we are explaining that responding to messages is part of the job, that tone matters, and that “seen” is not a reply. So let’s answer the question: do...
by Kristin Johnson | May 12, 2026 | Blog
There’s a fine line between “building culture” and creating something employees politely tolerate while quietly hoping it ends early. Many organizations have been there, rolling out a well-intentioned initiative that looks great on paper but does not quite land in...
by Kristin Johnson | Feb 26, 2026 | Blog
For a long time, my guidance to organizations has been clear: Train employees to be strong bystanders. I discuss this in our trainings and I highlight the importance: See something. Say something. Use the reporting process. That work matters. It created safer...
by Kristin Johnson | Feb 10, 2026 | Blog
As of January 1, several regulatory and workplace changes took effect. For many businesses, these changes trigger a familiar response: update a policy, adjust a process, check the compliance box, and move on. But HR’s greatest value isn’t found in reacting to changes...
by Kristin Johnson | Feb 10, 2026 | Blog
Let’s clear something up: a reasonable accommodation is not a magic wand, a permanent exemption from job duties, or a “work however you want” pass. A reasonable accommodation is a workplace adjustment that helps an employee perform the essential functions of their...
