Tom Audette

Not all ROI shows up on a spreadsheet. Some of the best returns come from fewer repeated questions, smoother workflows, and a team that knows what's going on and why. That's been the case for us as we've invested more intentionally in internal communication. We've built systems over the years that help our team stay informed, connected, and supported, from newsletters and benefit updates to an internal hub and text reminders. And while it's taken time and trial-and-error, here's what we've seen in return: ✅ Better benefit usage ✅ More confident employees ✅ Stronger referrals ✅ Fewer gaps between field and office ✅ A culture that's easier to reinforce, not just describe ✅ More alignment and fewer surprises No, it's not flashy. But if you ask me, it's one of the most important things we've done to support both our people and our business. If you're thinking about starting something similar, I'd say this: start small, keep it consistent, and don't expect perfection. Just keep building. We're still learning too, but I wouldn't go back. #EffectiveCommunicationsMonth #InternalCommunications

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If we can continue to ride this wave and see that high density of PhD's turn into a high number of applied patents wihtin 5 years, there is a chance this will stick. For it to really work however, the underlying ecosystem has to be more robust than it is today. That is where the real work needs to be done. Finance, People and Ideas are everywhere , but succesful sector based ecosystems aren't. That's the challenge.

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Data center investment could not come at a better time for Minneapolis as the city struggles to fund basic services -- let alone help residents and businesses devastated by the Federal immigration surge -- due to falling property value and tax revenues. It's also a good reminder that data centers don't just generate jobs and tax revenues, but also improve the efficiency and quality of data services for local residents and businesses, allowing us to make the most of investments in access to high-speed broadband. Data centers + broadband are the data equivalent of solar + batteries + transmission and we need a lot more of all of it for a competitive and prosperous Minnesota. https://lnkd.in/gB7xZ7ap

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Learn all about stadium construction from JE Dunn Construction’s National Sports Director, Scott Sherry, R.A, LEED AP, in this recent article in the Kansas City Business Journal.

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New communities need predictable speed. The Westerly Pewaukee needed to move fast from their 25% launch occupancy. The result: We implemented a data-driven system using our Senior Growth Innovation Suite that delivered a rapid lease-up, resulting in the community doubling occupancy to 51% in a record 4 months. Don't just launch. Launch with a predictable growth engine. Read the full case study and more here: https://lnkd.in/dvEMSfcs #RapidLeaseUp #SeniorLivingMarketing

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