Posts by Matt Koulas

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Matt Koulas

Matt has 15+ years of experience leading teams, working in companies with outstanding and innovative company culture, and operates two businesses of his own. His passion for company culture grew out of his personal experience with amazing company culture as well as the negative effects of acquisitions on culture.
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Forget Google Forms: Upgrade to a Real Survey Platform

HR professionals are some of the busiest people on the payroll. Between compliance updates, onboarding, engagement initiatives, and the never-ending cycle of recruiting and retention, it’s tempting to grab the simplest tool on the shelf. That’s especially true when it’s also free. That’s why so many teams lean on Google

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13 Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them When Launching Your First Survey

Employee surveys can be game changers. Done right, they give leaders a direct line into what people are really thinking and feeling at work that you just can’t get from a meeting or a memo. But here’s the catch…not every survey hits the mark. Many perform poorly because they’re too

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Your Complete Guide to Launching Your First Employee Survey

Employee surveys are one of the most powerful tools in your HR toolbox. Done right, they give employees a voice and drive strategic decisions that shape company culture and performance. Whether you’re a growing startup or an established organization looking for ways to listen more intentionally, launching your first employee

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Designing Effective Employee Survey Questions That Yield Valuable Insights

Ever feel like your employee surveys are just… noise? You’re not alone. Some organizations send out surveys that result in vague, unhelpful data, or worse, complete silence. What good does that do? None. The secret to collecting honest, actionable feedback lies in the question quality. When it comes to designing

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Implementing Your First Learning and Development Program

Launching your first learning and development (L&D) program can be littered with painful non-starts. Between budget constraints, time limitations, and uncertainty around what your team actually needs and wants, it’s no wonder many companies put off starting altogether. But, if you’re not helping your employees learn, you’re helping them leave. 90% of

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Employee Recognition Done Right: Top 10 Tips for HR Teams

Sure, everyone wants a fat salary, plenty of opportunities for growth, and a shiny benefits package. All those can ring hollow, however, if the person doesn’t feel valued. Appreciated employees show up differently. They’re more engaged, more loyal, and more willing to go the extra mile. Recognition is about creating