Turning the September Slump into a September surge: Navigating seasonal shifts for business growth

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Even the most high-performing teams go into slumps – often at inconvenient times. 

The September slump spares few, creeping in as summer closes and employee engagement wanes. From starting pitchers to the stock market, everyone seems to suffer as school gets back in session and shorter days set in.

But the most resilient organizations don’t just weather these seasonal changes; they flip them to their advantage. By understanding the underlying causes of performance dips and proactively preparing for them, businesses can not just minimize negative impacts, but capitalize on what’s known as the September surge. This surge represents a unique opportunity for businesses to invigorate their teams and operations by strategically harnessing available talent and renewed energy.

For HR teams, it’s key to understand the factors behind the slump, so you can better predict – and positively respond to – how it might manifest at your organization.

We’ll cover this phenomenon in greater depth during this month’s Perspective’s webinar – register here.

Understanding the September Slump

September can be a real challenge for can HR teams and business leaders aiming to sustain engagement and production. Several factors can contribute to this seasonal shift, including:

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