Retention

1. The most demotivating part of Harper’s job is she doesn’t have someone she can rely on to help her prioritize her work and focus on her development. She is having a difficult time finding a work/life balance. This has led to her feeling like she isn’t being recognized for her contributions. Harper would appreciate better communication from her boss, as it would make her job easier to handle.
2. If I was an HR manager meeting with Harper’s supervisor, David, the advice I would give him to help reengage Harper is to create a culture of open communication, make his employees feel valued, and create a positive work-life balance. These are three effective employee retention strategies that I feel would best help Harper’s situation. Communication is the key to a healthy work environment. When workers feel valued they will gain motivation and feel like they are actually needed and appreciated for the work they do.
3. The downside of losing Harper as an employee would be it raises concern to other employees in the company. She is 26 years old and has been there since she graduated college at 22. 4 years of working in the company, then suddenly leaving would make fellow employees curious as to why she wants to leave. If Harper expresses her reasons for wanting to leave to her coworkers, it may make them realize the changes in the company since the old boss, Jose, left. This could be an eyeopening situation for them and could lead to them wanting to leave as well.