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Why Many Growing Startups Need a Chief of Staff

For startups, so much happens at once and the CEO can’t be there for all of it. Sound familiar? You might just need a chief of staff.

April 29, 2022

Why It’s Time to Stop Building Your Org Charts in PowerPoint

Building an org chart template doesn’t have to be a hassle. Software can save you time to focus on what matters most: making informed business decisions.

March 24, 2022

Why I Built ChartHop

We're solving a problem that goes beyond HR and org charts. ChartHop is for any organization that needs to more thoughtfully manage change.

February 24, 2020

Why an Enterprise HRIS Isn't Always a Safe Bet

At the core of it, unless your company is a global multinational, an enterprise HRIS may not be the best fit. Instead, you should develop your HR tech stack based on what you actually need and you’ll have a lot fewer headaches down the road.

May 16, 2022

Why DEI training alone won’t combat workplace bias (and what you can do about it)

To effect meaningful change, companies need to connect trainings with concrete action that targets the root cause of workplace discrimination and inequality.

April 5, 2021

When Should a Startup Hire a Head of People?

What is the optimal time for a founder at an early stage startup to hire a Head of People for People Operations and HR? When is it okay to just rely on a Chief of Staff or Operations Associate?

July 11, 2021

When to use ChartHop Scenarios

Scenarios enable organizations to easily and thoughtfully react, adapt, and plan. Here are some of the most commonly use cases for Scenario building.

April 1, 2020

What's Next for People Operations

The next phase of People Operations isn’t just some futuristic idea: it’s here and teams must respond. It requires putting people first and removing the common obstacles outlined here.

June 20, 2022

What’s a Manageable Span of Control? (+ Free Calculator)

Determining your span of control is a crucial step in ensuring your people are supported while working towards their goals. Learn the pros and cons of wide and narrow spans and calculate your ideal span of control here.

October 1, 2024

What Your Frontline Managers Need to Know About Headcount Planning

The most effective headcount planning efforts go beyond the people team to include frontline managers. Here are three steps to make this collaborative effort a success.

December 1, 2021

What’s a Good eNPS Score? (And How to Track It)

Employee Net Promotor Score helps you get a pulse on your people. Here we dive into eNPS calculations, determining a preferred score, and how to track it over time.

February 14, 2023

Talent Analytics vs People Analytics: What You Need to Know and Why They Both Matter

Learn the difference between talent analytics and people analytics, why both are important, and three ways to use people analytics and talent analytics together.

November 2, 2022

What Most Companies Get Wrong About People Metrics

Here are some of the common roadblocks many companies face when it comes to people metrics and how modern solutions can help HR teams of any size overcome these challenges.

December 27, 2021

What is Succession Planning? (And Why is It Important?)

Securing your company’s future starts now. Learn what succession planning is and how it can help your organization in the long run.

March 16, 2023

Onboarding Questions for Getting to Know Your Hires

A list of inspiring questions to ask in your onboarding surveys and improve your onboarding experience for new hires

June 30, 2022

What is Performance Management Software (and why you need it)?

Performance management is so much more than reviews. Learn how software can help foster performance management strategy that drives success at every level.

April 14, 2021