Katie is a Senior People Operations Manager who loves digging into people challenges and finding practical, human-centered solutions. She's SPHR-certified and passionate about empowering people to do their best work. She's happiest when playing outside with her kids and firmly believes that orange Halloween Oreos taste best.

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10 Effective Employee Retention Strategies

Most companies react to turnover after it happens. These 10 employee retention strategies help you get ahead of it.

Katie Richardson · 8 min read

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How to Welcome a New Employee: A Manager’s Guide to Getting Day One Right

Discover how to welcome new employees. Practical tips, real message examples, and a step-by-step guide for managers who want to get day one right.

Katie Richardson · 8 min read

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How to Build a Smarter Interview Process in 10 Steps

How to build a smarter, more structured interview process. 10 best practices to help hiring managers evaluate candidates consistently and confidently.

Katie Richardson · 10 min read

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Pre-Employment Screening: How to Identify High-Fit Candidates Early

Learn what pre-employment screening is, how it works, and the best ways to identify high-fit candidates earlier in your hiring process.

Katie Richardson · 6 min read