Let’s create an extraordinary workplace

Whether your employees are actively considering unionizing or you want to focus on building a pro-employee culture, we’re your partners in creating and keeping strong direct workplace relationships.

Expectations around work have changed drastically.

53%

increase in union elections from 2021 to 2022

priority among young workers:
respect and communication

70%

of Gen-Z workers report feeling disengaged at work

Don’t mistake employee relations for employee relationships

Creating great places to work means addressing the root causes of frayed workplace relationships — not just the symptoms. This is why we offer the full solution, from on-the-ground union response work to proactive training that creates approachable leaders.

The nation’s leading full-service labor and employee relationship-building consulting firm.

Campaign Consulting
Communication Toolkit
Opposition Research

Labor Relations

Leadership training to measurably reduce turnover and maintain strong, direct employee relationships.

Leadership Training Workshops
Approachable Leadership Curriculum
In-Person or Virtual Instructor Sessions

Approachable Leadership

If you’re an employee considering unionization, we think you should have all the facts.

Creating real change. Training real leaders.

250,000+

direct relationships maintained

10,000+

union elections won

72%

increase in retention within 45 days

Since 1978

45+ years of experience in employee relationships

Creating thriving workplaces and optimistic leaders in every industry

Healthcare

technology

manufacturing

education

transportation + logistics

retail

construction

telecommunications

utilities + energy

public service

service

restaurant + hospitality

“Recently I had the good fortune to see Approachable Leadership at an industry conference. I found the presentation to be very enlightening, providing practical and "user friendly" tips to help excel in a practice area that is absolutely foundational for productive employee engagement. As a Human Resources executive for a large employer, I've trained countless leaders on the critical importance of embracing a style that is approachable and fosters strong partnerships among teams. "Approachable Leadership" succinctly delivered this message! I would highly recommend Approachable Leadership for any company looking to build leadership competency and help improve employee/supervisor engagement.”

The thought leaders on relationships + leadership

We’ve written the industry’s most influential texts on workplace transformation and union response.

Develop approachable leaders

Create a workforce of effective leaders well-equipped to create measurable change in their organizational cultures.

Win a union election

Educate your employees by following a tailored campaign management plan.

Build strong relationships at work

Attract, retain, and engage top talent by building authentic employee relationships.

Establish healthy relationships with unions

Get the best possible contract with solid preparation and clear communication.