Retaining Your People After the Tech Boom

Explore strategies for retaining employees in the tech industry during economic downturns in this LeadDev New York 2024 conference talk. Learn how to lead with empathy, build trust, and understand core motivators to maintain a strong workforce. Discover the importance of good management in workplace happiness and employee retention. Gain insights on reprioritizing work, investing in people, and adapting motivation strategies to focus on community building and creating a sense of purpose. Understand the impact of staff reductions on employee trust and learn techniques for handling challenging conversations with genuine support and active listening. Acquire valuable knowledge on balancing company goals with proper staffing and employee motivation to navigate the shift from growth to profitability in the tech sector.

Retaining your people after the tech boom | Kat Ross | LeadDev New York 2024