Talent Tactics: Why People Priorities Matter More Than Ever
Are you spending as much time on your people strategy as you are on your product, sales, or operations? Or does it only get attention when something goes wrong?
Many businesses delay people decisions until they’re in a crisis. It’s understandable that growth moves fast, and hiring, leadership, and retention can feel like things to figure out later. But waiting until problems surface means you’ll spend more time and money fixing issues that could have been avoided.
McKinsey research shows that companies investing in leadership and team alignment from day one grow 2.1x faster than their competitors (McKinsey, 2024). The businesses that scale well don’t just react to people challenges—they plan ahead.
Decisions That Seem Small Can Cost You Big
The way you structure your team, communicate expectations, and manage performance all impact productivity and retention. These things add up over time.
Yet, many major decisions happen without someone experienced in people strategy in the room. Research from Harvard Business Review found that companies with a strong people-first approach see 25% higher productivity (HBR, 2023). When leaders focus on clear communication, trust, and development, employees perform better and stick around longer.
Think about it:
Are you hiring based on skills the business actually needs, or just trying to fill gaps quickly?
Do your managers know how to give feedback that actually improves performance?
Are you keeping people engaged beyond salary increases?
Small changes in how you lead and manage people can make a big difference in results.
Hybrid Work and Mental Health - More Than a Tick-Box Exercise
Remote and hybrid teams bring more flexibility, but they also need intentional leadership. Without clear expectations and regular check-ins, people can feel disconnected and disengaged.
Deloitte’s 2024 report found that companies prioritising mental well-being see 56% better retention (Deloitte, 2024). Investing in well-being isn’t just good ethics; it improves performance, reduces turnover, and helps your team work at their best.
Ignoring these issues doesn’t just impact engagement. It can also lead to legal risks if stress, burnout, or poor management practices become bigger problems.
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