Profit by Design

358: Coffee Chat with Melissa + Kaitlyn: How to Keep Your Best Team Members for the Long Haul

Jul 17, 2025
Join Kaitlyn Beaver, the How to Hire the Best Strategist at Tap the Potential, as she shares her insights alongside Lead Strategist Melissa Kay. They dive into keeping A-players engaged and motivated at work. Discover the importance of autonomy and growth opportunities, the joy of celebrating team successes, and how a positive work culture fosters loyalty. Learn how to define core values and the impact of supporting team dynamics. Plus, hear tips on creating an appealing vision for boosting employee engagement!
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ADVICE

What A-Players Truly Want

  • A-players want autonomy, a voice, and opportunities for career growth.
  • Without a growth path and a voice, A-players will not stay in a role.
ANECDOTE

Life Changes Fuel Team Loyalty

  • An integrator named Amy noticed Caitlin struggling with life changes and offered support.
  • This vulnerability and team care built loyalty and transformed Caitlin's leadership and life.
ADVICE

Build Supportive Team Culture

  • Create a safe culture where team members can share when they're 'a bit off' and have backup from others.
  • Use low-cost programs like the Dream Manager to support personal growth and keep team members engaged.
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