Are your managers leaving HR in a bind regarding employee relations? In this eye-opening episode, we dive into the often-underestimated power of HR coaching alongside Barrett Chow of the McFarland Stanford team. With his impressive background at the Ritz Carlton, PGA Tour, and Lifescape Colorado, Barrett unpacks the essentials of empowering managers and the transformative effects of non-monetary compensation on workplace culture. Let this be your guide to rewriting the handbook on employee satisfaction and discover how a seemingly simple document can make waves in your company's operational success.   THE BIG IDEA:  Start Day One   KEY MOMENTS: [05:01] Importance of consistent and meaningful first impressions. [10:58] Managers support, train, and develop employees effectively. [10:58] Managers support, train, and develop employees effectively. [14:58] Essential policies and legal counsel for employees. [19:38] Bookmark and secure changes for handbooks annually. [22:35] Perspective on non-monetary compensation in HR issues. [29:26] Non-monetary compensation benefits and effective onboarding strategies.   QUESTIONS WE ANSWER How do you update employee handbooks effectively? What are examples of non-monetary employee compensation? How can non-monetary benefits boost employee satisfaction? What are the best onboarding practices for new employees? How do first impressions affect employee retention?     FOR SHOW NOTES & MORE, GO TO: https://mcfarlinstanford.com/podcast/ep-026-the-hidden-value-of-hr-coaching-for-landscape-leaders-with-barrett-chow/