For nonprofit leaders, few responsibilities feel more complex than balancing financial realities with the need to attract and retain talented people. Organizations exist to serve a mission, but missions are powered by people. Offering competitive compensation while managing limited resources is a strategic challenge that many nonprofit organizations must be aware of. Today’s workforce expects fairness, transparency, and opportunities for…
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Carrying out human resource-related functions is rarely described as an easy task. However, if you’ve ever worked inside a nonprofit or partnered closely with one, you’ve probably experienced an even more unique kind of challenge when it comes to hiring, managing, and retaining people. Things that feel relatively straightforward in for‑profit organizations can become surprisingly…
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Mid-level professionals sit at a unique inflection point in today’s workplace. They’re close enough to the day-to-day to understand how work actually gets done, yet positioned to influence teams, processes, and outcomes in meaningful ways. And in 2026, that role is changing fast. Artificial intelligence is transforming how we work, lead, and make decisions. For…
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Organizational culture used to be something you could feel the moment you stepped into an office. You could observe how people greeted each other, the energy in the room, the way teams shared ideas, solved problems, and celebrated wins. Today, many companies blend in-person and remote work, and some operate with teams spread across multiple…
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Pay inequities can quietly undermine even the strongest organizations. A lack of fair pay can lead to disengagement, reduced productivity, and costly turnover as employees lose faith in leadership and seek opportunities elsewhere. According to SHRM, pay equity is one of the top factors influencing organizational trust and retention today. Yet, many organizations, especially those…
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All companies want a strong, loyal workforce full of top talent employees who have been with them for years. To achieve this, many believe the best path to retaining these all-stars is to simply offer a higher salary, but employees are seeking more than just competitive pay. While salary matters, it is no longer the…
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The first day at a new job should feel exciting, not like a trip to the DMV. But all too often, onboarding is treated like a checklist instead of a powerful opportunity to build culture, create intentional connection, and make new hires feel like valued team members. When onboarding is lackluster or uninspired, it…
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At Hanna Resource Group, we take immense pride in partnering with organizations that prioritize their people, foster exceptional workplaces, and lead the way in employee engagement. This year, several of our clients have earned the coveted Best Places to Work in Kentucky distinction which is an honor that recognizes organizations committed to building outstanding workplace…
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Chip and Candra recently joined the CommerceLex Leadership Visit to Madison, Wisconsin. As a long-time sponsor and supporter of this annual trip, HRG values the unique opportunity to learn from peer cities and strengthen connections with business and civic leaders. For this year’s visit, HRG was proud to sponsor the Workforce session featuring Epic…
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As the workplace continues to evolve at lightning speed, many organizations are laser-focused on hiring, upskilling, and adapting to new business needs. But what about the other side of the workforce change, the side where people leave? The reality is this: career transitions are no longer a “just in case” scenario; they are a certainty.…
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