Competitive pay isn’t just about numbers—it helps you hire top-tier candidates faster, reduce churn-related expenses, and avoid the hidden costs of disengaged employees. In our conversation with compensation expert Susan Pyles, a seasoned leader with over two decades of experience, we discussed some practical strategies for building a solid compensation program. Defining Competitive Pay Competitive … Read more
The Highlights: If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance something’s shifted. Maybe someone in a key HR role is going on leave. Maybe they’ve already left. Maybe you’ve been growing quickly and are starting to realize that HR can’t be an afterthought anymore. We work with a lot of leaders who find themselves in … Read more
When it comes to compensation analysis, you know it’s not as simple as just updating a spreadsheet or comparing job titles. In our experience, figuring out fair pay today almost always demands more than just a DIY approach. We talked with Susan Pyles, a seasoned compensation expert, who explained why many organizations benefit from outsourcing … Read more
In this episode of What’s Up at Work?, host Sam Clyde Schroeder sits down with Micki Byrnes, Chief Communications Officer and Senior Advisor at Adcom, and former President and General Manager of WKYC, to talk leadership, reinvention, and the surprising career lessons learned from decades in the media. From her early dreams of being a … Read more
The Highlights: If you’re reading this, chances are you’re at a crossroads. Maybe your HR person is going on leave. Maybe they just left. Maybe you’ve never had someone in that seat but things are getting too complex to keep handling on your own. Or maybe you do have HR support, but something feels off: … Read more
The Highlights: You’re not alone if HR isn’t always top of mind until something goes wrong. It could be an underperforming team member, an internal transition, or maybe your HR function just doesn’t exist yet. That’s what fractional HR support is: HR experts that can handle day-to-day needs or establish an HR structure without the … Read more
Kelly Keefe, President and CEO of ERC, shares the highs and lows of stepping into a new leadership role 30 days before the world shut down. She also shares strategies she’s used to connect more deeply, lead more intentionally, and tap into the power of her peers. You’ll hear about her non-traditional career path from … Read more
Editor’s Note: In response to continued program growth and limited remaining funds for the current fiscal year, TechCred is not accepting applications as of January 1, 2026. Check the OhioTech Cred website regularly for updates on future application rounds. If you’ve been planning on upskilling your workforce, or even if you weren’t, now might be a … Read more
What convinced Matt Dailey to leave private equity and buy a chemical company on a handshake deal—would you take that leap? In this episode of What’s Up at Work?, host Sam Clyde Schroeder sits down with Matt Dailey, President and CEO of Royal Chemical, to talk about his bold transition from investment banker to manufacturing … Read more
Is it possible for a nonprofit to pay above-market wages and still thrive? Kristin Warzocha, President and CEO of the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, says yes—and she’s got the results to prove it. In this episode of What’s Up at Work?, Kristin joins host Sam Clyde Schroeder to talk about building an award-winning culture in … Read more
Most individuals leave a training session energized, only to walk back into an overflowing inbox, tight deadlines, and routines that pull them right back into old habits. Without a chance to put new ideas to work, they fade fast. That’s why training has to include real‑world practice. In our recent “What’s Up at Work?” podcast, … Read more
When employees aren’t fully engaged, productivity drops, team morale suffers, and turnover can spike. But even small initiatives—like recognition programs or flexible scheduling—can spark measurable improvements in employee motivation, collaboration, and retention. In this post, you’ll find over 30 practical ideas, from training to team-building, all designed to boost employee engagement. Key Engagement Initiatives Leadership … Read more
