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Recruitment & retention featured insights

Research shows that employees are twice as likely to stay when organizations are held accountable for diversity and inclusion goals and three times more likely to stay when they perceive organizational processes as fair and equitable. A measurable commitment to inclusion isn’t just ethical; it’s essential for retaining talent.

Retain women through connection, community, and support

Attracting and retaining talent is a top concern for CEOs, especially as women leaders are leaving workplaces at increasing rates. With replacement costs reaching up to twice an employee’s annual salary, retention is a business priority. Companies that succeed in retaining women prioritize inclusion by offering programs like employee resource groups, mentorship, sponsorship, and career development opportunities.

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The power of positive team dynamics

When a job posting included information about the company’s investment in team dynamics, prospective frontline employees were more likely to apply.

  • 74%

    said they were highly attracted to the position.

  • 83%

    had a positive impression of the organization.

Attracting and retaining frontline women

Women in frontline roles face physical, social, and psychological challenges and limited growth opportunities, driving high turnover rates in manufacturing (40%), retail (60%), and hospitality (82%). To retain them, companies must ensure safety and offer benefits like flexible scheduling and growth opportunities.

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    • Recruitment and retention
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    Performance feedback and support crucial for retaining black employees

    Learn how feedback and sponsorship improve Black employee retention. Actionable strategies for HR leaders and managers to drive career advancement.

    • Inclusive workplaces
    • Recruitment and retention
    • Race, ethnicity, and culture
    • Sponsorship and mentorship

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    Build health equity for a thriving workforce

    Learn how HR and diversity and inclusion teams can collaborate to create inclusive healthcare benefits. Discover insights on building equitable workplace strategies and support.

    • Inclusive workplaces
    • Recruitment and retention
    • Employee wellness
    • Diversity and Inclusion messaging

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    Menopause is a workplace wellbeing and mental health issue

    New research reveals how menopause affects workplace productivity and mental health. Learn strategies for implementing support programs and benefits.

    • Employee wellness
    • Inclusive workplaces
    • Recruitment and retention

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    Childcare isn’t an expense—it's an asset

    Discover the top 10 workplace inclusion trends for 2025 and how leading companies are embedding DEI initiatives to drive business success.

    • Caretakers
    • Inclusive workplaces
    • Flexible work
    • Recruitment and retention
    • Employee wellness

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    3 strategies to improve frontline workplaces

    Three Catalyst Honours champions discuss their successful DEI initiatives for frontline workers.

    • Frontline employees
    • Recruitment and retention
    • Psychological safety

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    Menopause support in the workplace is smart business

    Organisations committed to advancing gender equity often ignore one critical life stage: menopause.

    • Employee wellness
    • Recruitment and retention

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    Strategies to support Latine women in the workplace

    Recognize and address barriers to Latine women's advancement in the workplace.

    • Race, ethnicity, and culture
    • Recruitment and retention
    • Gender representation

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    What companies can do to retain frontline employees

    Employee well-being should be front and center for all organizations, especially those wishing to retain their best frontline talent.

    • Frontline employees
    • Recruitment and retention
    • Inclusive leadership

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    7 lessons from 4 generations on working together

    A Baby Boomer, a Gen Xer, a Millennial, and a Gen Zer discuss leveraging differences to work better together.

    • Multigenerational workplace
    • Recruitment and retention
    • Inclusive workplaces

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    Use AI to attract a more diverse candidate pool

    Using AI to create more equitable entry points opens the door to a much broader candidate pool.

    • Recruitment and retention
    • Career equity
    • Stereotypes and bias

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    These recommendations on how to prepare for, and conduct, structured interviews may assist in reducing bias in recruitment.

    • Recruitment and retention
    • Career equity
    • Stereotypes and bias

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    Equal pay starts with pay transparency: Step-by-step guide for HR leaders

    Are you ready to implement pay transparency at your organization? Here are the steps you can take to get started.

    • Career equity
    • Recruitment and retention
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    Abortion access and the workplace

    Learn what employees really want from their employers when it comes to abortion access and reproductive healthcare.

    • Employee wellness
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    AI and equitable hiring in a post-pandemic world

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    • Inclusive workplaces
    • Recruitment and retention
    • Artificial intelligence
    • Stereotypes and bias

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    • Recruitment and retention
    • Career equity
    • Stereotypes and bias

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    • Frontline employees
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    3 ways frontline managers can improve workplace culture

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    • Frontline employees
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    4 ways companies can improve frontline dynamics

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    • Employee wellness
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    Menopause support varies by industry: How does yours compare?

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    • Employee wellness
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    Closing the menopause support gap

    Learn how workplace menopause support drives retention and productivity. Access strategies to create inclusive policies and meet employee needs.

    • Employee wellness
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    HR guide to global workplace menopause support

    Tailor support based on employee preferences, legal obligation, cultural sensitivity, and regional relevance.

    • Employee wellness
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    Team dynamics on the front line: How managers and organizations impact this overlooked key to retention

    Businesses are losing billions of dollars by overlooking frontline employees. Improving team dynamics can help.

    • Frontline employees
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    Frontline employee's retention

    Women working frontline roles in retail, hospitality, and manufacturing need workplaces that respect their health, well-being, and talent.

    • Frontline employees
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    • Frontline employees
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    • Employee wellness
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    • Frontline employees
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    • Recruitment and retention
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