For mid-market companies, growth is a sign of success, but it also raises the stakes. As teams expand and expectations rise, so does the need for smooth onboarding, reliable systems, a strong culture and feedback that leads to action. Scaling well means building on what makes your company great – not losing it along the way.
In a recent Insperity-hosted webinar, “From Growth to Retention: HR Strategies that Scale with Your business,” HR leaders Maria Jugin, Robert Ruiz and Ronnie Chong shared what it takes to become an employer of choice in high-growth environments.
Here are four of their most actionable takeaways:
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Consider AI as an enabler, not a replacement
"What excites me the most is how AI enables every HR professional to punch above their proverbial weight. It shifts us from being policy managers to strategic enablers."
– Ronnie Chong, Director of HR Operations Technology and Insights at Ridgeline
Artificial intelligence isn't a magic fix, but it can help teams move faster and more accurately. When paired with human oversight, AI accelerates insights, supports personalization and frees up time for deeper engagement and decision-making.
Take action: Start by automating a single, time-consuming and more administrative task. Then, use the time you save to focus on higher-value work, like strategic planning or coaching your team.
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Combine smart technology with real expertise.
"There is no way to keep people aligned culturally if there isn't technology to support that." —Maria Jugin, Manager of HR Services at Insperity
Technology should work for your people, not frustrate them. But tools alone aren't enough. The most effective HR strategies combine intuitive, easy-to-use platforms with experienced guidance that helps employees (and employers) get the most from them. Solutions like Insperity's HRScale do exactly that, combining comprehensive HR services with Workday's advanced technology to create a scalable solution that evolves with your business.
Take action: Evaluate whether your current HR approach gives you both modern technology and expert support. If there's a gap, it might be time to explore integrated solutions.
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Keep culture intentional as you grow.
"Culture shapes how people use [their] technology, and technology helps spread and support that culture. So, when they're in sync, it's just easier to grow without losing what makes a company great." – Robert Ruiz, Manager of Project and Process Improvement at Insperity
As companies scale, culture can fade unless it's intentionally reinforced. To preserve what makes your organization unique, embed values into onboarding, training, recognition and daily interactions. The right technology can help amplify those values, keeping teams aligned, even as headcount grows.
Take action: Audit where your core values show up. Are they prevalent in your onboarding, team meetings, performance reviews and recognition? If they're missing, build them in.
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Use data to stay ahead of problems.
"Guesswork is expensive. You have data at your fingertips every time you run payroll, track turnover, or survey employees. The key is connecting those dots." —Maria Jugin
You can't act strategically if you don't see the whole picture. Most companies already collect valuable HR data – hiring trends, turnover rates, engagement surveys and more. But the real power comes from connecting the dots. When you bring these insights together, you can spot risks earlier, uncover hidden opportunities and make faster, smarter decisions.
Take action: Identify one HR metric that matters most to your goals. Track it monthly alongside employee feedback to see the full picture and make faster, smarter decisions.
With the right mix of technology, expert support and a culture rooted in action, growing companies can build systems that scale and teams that stay. Whether you're just starting out or doubling in size, these strategies can help you grow without losing what makes your business great.
Ready to build an HR strategy that scales with your business? Watch the full webinar and download tools, templates, and checklists from the HR experts at Insperity.
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