Matthew Rieck joins host Courtney Johnson on this episode of Slay the Gatekeeper to reveal key “cheat codes” for employee retention, leadership, and workplace culture. As the Chief Human Resources Officer at InZone Insurance and the author of The Employee Retention Bible, Matt shares actionable insights on how businesses can keep top talent and create thriving work environments.

He breaks down why self-perception determines income, how companies fail by promoting managers without leadership training, and the importance of eliminating high-performing but toxic employees. Matt also explains why companies should leverage social media for employee recognition, implement all-company meetings for transparency, and use succession planning to ensure long-term growth. From practical strategies to leadership mindset shifts, this episode is packed with valuable insights for both employees and employers.

Connect with Matt on LinkedIn or visit mattrieck.com to learn more. You can also grab his book, The Employee Retention Bible, on Amazon.

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