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Choice Home Warranty’s Five-Star Streak on Trustpilot
Roughly 60% of the nearly 60,000 people who reviewed Choice Home Warranty on Trustpilot gave the company five stars, a verdict from customers grading their own experience after the fact. A separate measurement system, built by editorial teams comparing plans before anyone files a claim, keeps landing in a similar place. CNBC Select named Choice…
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Margarita Howard Links HX5 Contracts to Veteran Skills
A transitioning Air Force engineer might spend a career working on systems that look strikingly similar once they join HX5, just approached now from the contractor side of the table rather than the uniformed one. CEO Margarita Howard has pointed to this kind of continuity as a central reason veterans fit well into HX5’s work…
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Margarita Howard on Gen Z, HX5, and Defense Sector Values
Generation Z has a reputation for holding employers to high standards. Research from Deloitte found that 77% of Gen Z respondents consider it essential to work for a company whose values align with their own. For defense contractors, that finding creates both a problem and an opportunity. Margarita Howard, sole owner, CEO, and president of…
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Supporting the Next Generation: Tanner Winterhof on Youth in Ag
Agriculture has an inheritance problem that is different from the one most people assume. The challenge is not that young people are uninterested in farming. It is that the industry has not built the infrastructure to translate that interest into durable careers. Tanner Winterhof, who grew up on a swine and row-crop farm in Aurelia,…
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How to Build Inclusive Leadership: Practical, Measurable Strategies for Sustainable Performance, Retention, and Innovation
Inclusive leadership is more than a buzzword; it’s a strategic advantage that unlocks performance, creativity, and retention. Leaders who practice inclusion create environments where diverse perspectives are heard, psychological safety is prioritized, and decisions reflect the needs of a broad range of stakeholders. Here’s how to make inclusive leadership practical, measurable, and sustainable across any…
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How to Build a Purpose-Driven Culture That Powers Performance
Purpose-Driven Culture: How to Build Meaning That Powers Performance A purpose-driven culture aligns what your organization stands for with how people feel, behave, and make decisions. When employees see how their work connects to a clear, authentic purpose, engagement rises, innovation accelerates, and retention improves. Purpose isn’t a slogan — it’s an operational compass that…
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How to Define, Embed, and Measure Company Values: A Practical Guide & Checklist
Company values are the compass that guides decision-making, culture, hiring, and brand reputation. When clearly defined and consistently lived, values become a competitive advantage: they attract talent, shape customer trust, and keep teams aligned during change. Getting values right requires more than a poster on the wall — it takes intentional design, consistent reinforcement, and…
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How to Build a Resilient Company Culture: Practical Strategies for Remote, Hybrid, and Office Teams
Culture building is the deliberate work of shaping the shared behaviors, norms, and rituals that make an organization feel cohesive and purposeful. When done well, culture becomes a competitive advantage: it accelerates hiring, raises engagement, improves retention, and powers consistent decision-making. Here are practical, high-impact strategies to shape a resilient culture that works across offices,…
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How to Build a Culture That Sticks: Practical Playbook for Hybrid and Remote Teams
Culture Building That Sticks: Practical Steps for Hybrid and Remote Teams Company culture isn’t a poster on the wall — it’s the pattern of behaviors, decisions, and rituals that shape how work gets done. With hybrid and remote work now common, building a resilient culture requires intention, repeatable practices, and clear measurement. Here’s a practical…
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Company Values That Stick: How to Define, Embed, and Measure Values That Drive Behavior and Trust
Company values are more than wall art or a line on the careers page — they’re a strategic asset that shapes behavior, builds brand trust, and guides decision-making. When clearly defined and consistently practiced, values attract customers, retain talent, and steer organizations through uncertainty. Why company values matter– Internal alignment: Values create a shared language…