Win the Talent War: Top 5 Employee Retention Hacks

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Unlock the secrets to keeping your top talent on your team—even in today’s cutthroat job market. In this jam-packed episode of SoTellUs Time, Trevor and Troy Howard dive deep into proven, actionable retention strategies that cost far less than recruiting replacements. Learn how to craft an onboarding journey that wows, build clear paths for career growth, foster a culture of recognition, support employee well-being, and leverage stay interviews to catch issues before they become exits.

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🕒 Episode Chapters 00:00 Intro – Why Talent Retention Matters 01:00 Understanding the Talent Landscape • Cost of Turnover (lost productivity, hiring fees, knowledge drain) • Post-Pandemic Job Market & Remote Work • Replacing an Employee = Up to 50% of Annual Salary • 6–8 Months to Full Efficiency for New Hires 04:00 Top 5 Proven Retention Strategies • 04:00 1️⃣ Build a Strong Onboarding Experience - Cultural Integration · Clear Expectations · Early Wins • 06:00 2️⃣ Create Career Growth Opportunities - Internal Mobility · Mentorship · Stretch Projects · Upskilling • 08:00 3️⃣ Cultivate a Culture of Recognition & Feedback - Peer-to-Peer Recognition · Regular Feedback Loops • 10:00 4️⃣ Flexible Work & Well-Being Support - Hybrid Options · Mental Health Resources · Burnout Prevention • 12:00 5️⃣ Conduct Stay Interviews vs. Exit Interviews - Sample Questions · Acting on Feedback 14:00 Wrap-Up & Action Steps

💡 Key Takeaways

• First Impressions Count: A structured, engaging onboarding reduces early turnover by up to 30%.

• Career Path Clarity: Employees who see growth stay 3× longer.

• Recognition Rewards: 69% of employees say recognition inspires them to work harder.

• Flexibility is Fundamental: 81% prioritize work-life balance when deciding to stay.

• Proactive Listening: Stay interviews reveal pain points before they become departures.

✅ Homework This week, identify one retention strategy to implement: host a stay interview, revamp your onboarding checklist, introduce a peer-recognition program, or offer a mental health day. Share your success stories in the comments!

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