G&A Partners’ President and CEO John W. Allen offers tips to new leaders in the professional employer organization (PEO) space in the StrategicCHRO360 article, “Trust is Hard to Create and Easy to Destroy.”
In the article, Allen shares lessons and advice from his 30 years in the HR and PEO industry, from challenging shifts in the industry to putting people first.
Allen emphasizes that G&A’s continued growth and success over the last three decades are due to its people.
"When we started the company, we could never have imagined the remarkable growth we have achieved today,” says Allen. “The cornerstone of our success is the exceptional people who have been with us on this journey. This is a key piece of advice I share with people. You need to surround yourself with good people who share your vision but bring a different perspective to the table.”
Allen also discusses how leaders must be prepared to face challenges with empathy and integrity to build trust, which is crucial for long-term success.
“Change is inevitable. Problems will arise, and surprises can happen,” says Allen. “Tackle them with empathy and integrity. If you do the right things consistently, good things will happen to you and the business over time.”
Read the full article here.