Hanna Hasl-Kelchner is a multi-award-winning author who takes an unflinching look at business leadership by speaking truth to power.Hanna brings a unique perspective to the table, growing up in an entrepreneurial family, running a business before age 30, and blending it with decades practicing business law. These experiences enable her to successfully bridge the social psychological, legal, and practical aspects of workplace dynamics, allowing her to be a trusted advisor to influential decision makers ranging from startups to the S&P 500, Big Tobacco, and the White House, as well as serving on the faculty at two top-ranked MBA programs (The Duke University Fuqua School of Management and the University of Virginia, Darden School of Business).These days Hanna is best known for her work as a business strategist, member of the editorial board of the Journal of Business Ethics Education, and as host of her popular syndicated podcast, Business Confidential Now.
""A thought-provoking and persuasive call for creating better work environments."" Kirkus Reviews ""Pithy and persuasive Seeking Fairness at Work helps to make contemporary workplace issues feel tangible and easier to address."" Foreward Clarion Reviews ""Solution-oriented approach to workplace health that can be highly recommended to business patrons seeking to revitalize their own operations."" Midwest Book Review ""Must read -- A practical examination of fairness in the modern workplace with tools and strategies to handle it."" Reedsy Discovery Treating people with fairness and respect at work is the very cornerstone of a positive employee experience. Hanna Hasl-Kelchner doesn't just explain it in Seeking Fairness at Work, she provides a common-sense framework for doing so, one based on solid research. People managers at all levels should read this book. -Barbara Mitchell & Cornelia Gamlem, authors of The Big Book of HR A must-read for senior leaders. Hasl-Kelchner deconstructs the social contract that drives employee engagement and excellence, identifies common pitfalls, and provides a 5-step strategy for building fairness and trust at work. It's like she reads your mind by articulating the concerns you might have about following the steps, then without invalidating that point of view, she manages to shift your perspective. Hasl-Kelchner is a master at the human relationships that are the foundation of any workplace. -Rusty Gaillard, team performance & leadership excellence consultant, best-selling author of Breaking the Code Unfairness is one of the greatest predictors of dishonesty. If you want a level playing field where everyone on your team can thrive, take Hanna's well-crafted advice to heart. -Ron Carucci, Managing Partner, Navalent, best-selling & award-winning author of Rising to Power & To Be Honest Seeking Fairness at Work adds so much value to the ongoing conversation about employee engagement. I hope my kids' employers read this book! -Scott Greenberg, business speaker & author of The Wealthy Franchisee & Stop the Shift Show Fairness in the workplace is a critical yet elusive concept for most managers and organizations. Hasl-Kelchner thoroughly breaks down the concept and provides up-to-date guidance on how to manage effectively and fairly, anchored by relevant examples and her helpful Fairness Factors. -Rob Wood, Managing Attorney - Operations, Soule Employment Law Firm What an awesome book! I used it as a reference during recent teaching of my Cultural Competency course at Cal State University, San Marcos. It's a MUST-READ for every emerging, existing, and advanced leader! -Dr. Debra Dupree, The MINDSET DOC, author & host of Decoding the Conflict Mindset podcast What sets this book apart is its holistic approach to leadership. Seeking Fairness at Work is a must-read for anyone committed to fostering a leadership style that is effective, and deeply human. --Cheryl Johnson, Performance Solution Specialist, The Fifth Principle Learning Cooperative Seeking Fairness at Work is a masterful strategy for leaders balancing empathy, engagement, and execution in the modern workplace. -Olalah Njenga, CEO, YellowWood Group LLC & Vice Chair, NCWorks Commission