When an educator refuses to follow Church teachings
by Mary Beth Barry What would you do if you had an educator who refused to follow Church teachings? Recently a friend, who is an educator at a Catholic school, mentioned to me that she has students who request that they be addressed with pronouns contrary to their...
Being compliant in HR and your Catholic identity
by Mary Beth Barry It’s that time of year when we typically plan our personal goals and it’s also a good idea to incorporate them into our professional world. Goals are a great way to set milestones, help you to prioritize what’s most important to your organization...
Mission Aligned Job Postings
photo by Ian Schneider Do your job postings align with your mission? by Mary Beth Barry It’s difficult enough to find qualified candidates for your open positions these days. You’re competing against hundreds of other organizations who are also looking...
Encouraging appropriate behavior during an election season (and beyond)
by Mary Beth Barry It’s that time of year where it is virtually impossible to avoid political discussions in the workplace. Employers may risk reduced productivity from workers, declining customer service and loss of worker focus. Or worse yet, they may have to...
Providing benefits that support human life
by Mary Beth Barry We know that employers have always needed a competitive and well-rounded benefits package. With staffing shortages, a tighter labor market, and a need to counter the “Great Resignation,” employers must consider offering even more flexible and unique...