139: Quit Losing Talent: How to Build a Team That Stays | Mike Harbour

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Mike Harbour, Founder & Chief Action Officer at Harbour Resources, is a leadership development expert who has spent over three decades transforming talent retention and leadership practices across industries. In this episode, Mike shares why traditional onboarding is failing in today’s workplace and introduces his STAY framework to create a culture where employees feel valued and committed.

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Key Leadership Lessons from Mike Harbour’s Journey:

  • Retention Starts Before Day One – Learn how a simple handwritten welcome note before a new hire’s first day can significantly improve retention.

  • Values Over Skills in Hiring – Discover why prioritizing values over skills in interviews leads to better long-term hiring decisions.

  • The STAY Framework – Implement a 90-day activation process that replaces traditional onboarding and ensures long-term employee success.

Connect with Mike Harbour:

Mike Harbour is a former U.S. Army officer and leadership consultant who has helped organizations nationwide improve employee retention. As a founding partner of the John C. Maxwell Team and a trusted leadership advisor, he has successfully placed hundreds of leaders in key positions.

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