In this episode of the Thriving Workplace podcast, Karen Hillen shares her extensive experience in human resources, focusing on performance management, the role of HR, and strategies for employee engagement. She emphasizes the importance of addressing underperformance quickly and compassionately, the need for HR even in high-performing teams, and the significance of tailored reward and recognition programs. Karen also discusses the value of engagement surveys and the necessity of building trust within workplace culture.

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