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Timely blog posts by HR and Recruiting consultants responding to every day questions, hot topics and compliance-related news as it relates to attracting, engaging and retaining talent.

Audrey Thurston Yilmaz, PHR

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Diversity & Inclusion

By: Audrey Thurston Yilmaz, PHR
February 1st, 2023

As the workplace becomes increasingly diverse, managing differences in the workplace is a priority. Further, recent events have sparked widespread recognition of the need for change. This has served as a catalyst for organizations to take collective action around internal efforts to increase diversity and inclusion. To adapt and meet the needs of a global workforce, organizations are focusing effort and resources toward diversity initiatives.

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Diversity & Inclusion | Business Management & Strategy

By: Audrey Thurston Yilmaz, PHR
July 29th, 2020

Embarking on an organization-wide effort to increase DEI, which means diversity, equity and inclusion, requires a dynamic approach. DEI in all its forms as an HR function, organizational values and culture, strategic direction, supply chain management, etc. differs from other organizational initiatives.

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Diversity & Inclusion | Business Management & Strategy | Best Practices | Employee Relations

By: Audrey Thurston Yilmaz, PHR
November 25th, 2016

Around the holidays, employers can run into a few bumps when planning a company holiday party. What might count as a fun time for some might be considered exclusionary or even offensive for others. How can you plan an office party where everyone feels equally welcome?

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Business Management & Strategy

By: Audrey Thurston Yilmaz, PHR
June 27th, 2016

Managing people is no easy task. It requires a good attitude, people skills and the ability to build trust throughout an organization. Managers are tasked with the dichotomous responsibility of managing and leading. They must both negotiate the organization’s bottom line while fostering a healthy sustainable workforce. The key to this is front line management with high levels of self-awareness. Awareness creates room for developing the ability to understand and model the values of an organization. If your managers are unaware of their impact, they may be doing more harm than good.

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Business Management & Strategy

By: Audrey Thurston Yilmaz, PHR
March 24th, 2016

Culture develops in every organization. Employers can intentionally guide the environment with visible, well-developed values. Integral to creating a cohesive and collaborative environment in the face of change and conflict, particularly with mergers and acquisitions is an honest assessment of the current climate. Whether organizations are looking to enhance morale, or address a systemic issue, taking the time to develop your organizational identity is critical. To get started, ask some important questions about your organization…