Strategic Talent Planning & Innovative Consulting Services

Q: What is talent planning and why is it important for my business?

Talent planning is the process of identifying, attracting, and retaining the best talent for your organization. It's essential for your business because it helps you put the right people in the right roles, maximizing productivity and fostering a positive work environment.

Q: How can The Norfus Firm help me with talent planning?

Our experienced team will work with you to develop a strategic talent plan tailored to your business needs. We'll identify skill gaps, create talent pipelines, and implement strategies to grow and retain top talent, helping your business remain competitive and successful.

Q: Can you assist with diversifying my workforce through talent planning?

Absolutely! At The Norfus Firm, we're committed to fostering diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our talent planning strategies prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) to attract and retain candidates from diverse backgrounds. We believe diverse teams enhance creativity, problem-solving, and overall organizational success. Our comprehensive approach to talent planning ensures your workforce reflects a variety of perspectives and experiences.

Q: How does talent planning differ from traditional recruitment?

Traditional recruitment focuses on filling open positions and is just one part of a comprehensive talent planning strategy. A talent planning strategy involves analyzing your current workforce, identifying future needs, and developing a plan to attract and retain the right talent. This proactive approach helps your business prepare for growth and change.

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To run a successful organization, you need the right people on board. This means having a thorough talent acquisition and development plan that ist well-integrated with your overall business strategy. Before you start posting job ads, you need to have a clear idea of where you’re heading and what kind of people you’ll need to get there.

That’s where Talent planning comes in—helping you align your strategy and the people you bring on board to work together like a well-oiled machine.

At The Norfus Firm, we collaborate with you to understand your goals and find the talent that fits your vision and sets the stage for growth. As we develop and nurture your talent, we propel you toward your future goals.

Why Talent Planning is Key to Unlocking Your Company’s Potential

Successful companies understand the importance of talent planning in today’s competitive business landscape. It’s not just about hiring skilled individuals but strategically aligning your workforce with your long-term goals and objectives. By effectively managing talent, you’ll be able to unlock your company’s potential and position yourself for success.

Having a strong team is crucial for achieving your business objectives, but attracting and retaining top talents can be challenging. Imagine if you could identify the skills gaps within your organization and develop targeted recruitment strategies to fill those gaps while also setting existing employees up for growth and satisfaction. That’s precisely what an effective talent planning strategy can do for you.

By prioritizing talent planning, you can set the stage for your company’s future success while creating an environment that attracts and retains exceptional talent.

Our Strategic Approach to Talent Planning

When it comes to talent planning, you’ll need a solid strategy. At The Norfus Firm, we start by assessing your company’s organizational needs, then working with you to build out an effective plan for acquisition, development, retention, and succession.

Talent Acquisition: Attracting the Best Minds

In today’s competitive landscape, attracting top talent requires a strategic approach. At The Norfus Firm, we leverage our extensive network and equitable and inclusive recruitment techniques to identify and attract the best minds in the industry. Our comprehensive talent acquisition strategy combines targeted sourcing, innovative assessment methods, and employer branding that positions your organization as the employer of choice.

Talent Development: Nurturing Growth and Excellence

Investing in the development of your employees is crucial for achieving excellence. Our thoughtfully designed talent development programs are tailored to address your workforce’s unique needs and aspirations. Through a combination of mentorship, training workshops, and continuous learning initiatives, we empower individuals to unlock their full potential and drive exceptional results.

Retention and Engagement: Creating a Thriving Workforce

Retaining top talent is vital for long-term success. We understand the importance of creating a work environment that nurtures engagement and satisfaction. Our retention strategies focus on fostering a sense of purpose, providing meaningful career progression opportunities, and implementing robust employee recognition programs. By prioritizing employee well-being and cultivating a positive company culture, we help you build a thriving workforce that remains committed and motivated.

Succession Planning

Prepare for seamless leadership transitions and the long-term success of your organization with our succession planning services. We collaborate with you to identify and develop potential successors, aligning their skills and expertise with your strategic objectives. Our meticulous planning and tailored strategies mitigate risks and contribute to a smooth transfer of leadership.

Why Choose The Norfus Firm

Are you searching for a consulting firm that values collaboration and teamwork in talent planning? You’ve come to the right place. The Norfus Firm is dedicated to helping organizations like yours thrive by providing top-notch collaborative talent planning services.

With over 60 years of combined experience, our core values of expertise, integrity, and efficiency drive our success in helping businesses unlock their full potential. Experience the difference with our expert talent planning services designed to align your workforce with your organizational goals for optimal growth and success.

By choosing The Norfus Firm, you’re investing in a partner that truly cares about your success.

Contact Us for Talent Planning Today

At The Norfus Firm, we understand that your company’s success is built on the foundation of a strong and talented team. That’s why we offer comprehensive talent planning services, helping you put the right people in the right roles at the right time.

By leveraging our strategic and collaborative approach, we’ll work with you to identify, attract, and retain top-notch talent that aligns with your company’s vision and goals. So let us help you unlock your team’s full potential and drive your business to new heights. Contact us today for a consultation.

Who we work with

We consider ourselves industry agnostic – that means that we have the great pleasure of working with clients that represent a myriad of services, products, and perspectives. More than what our client organizations do, we love working with clients who are:

Ready to be accountable for DEI and other people-centered initiatives, from the C-suite throughout all other levels of the organization

Open to engaging in uncomfortable conversations and facing hard truths that might be uncovered during our engagement.

Willing to properly resource DEI and other people-centered functions so the work does not fall on one or two people to execute.

Our Guiding Principles

We have had the honor of working with employees in over 20 countries and our work has led us to the following guiding principles:

We Facilitate
Human Connection

The desire for genuine human connections is something that binds us all – regardless of background.

We Foster
Trusted Spaces

Employees need trusted spaces to raise workplace concerns and reimagined ideas about how work is done.

We Encourage
Accountability

Organizations must take bold actions to move from good intent to tangible change.

We Believe
Intentionality Drives Progress

For sustained and meaningful progress to occur, HR & DEI goals have to be set, widely and regularly communicated, tracked, and measured.

We are committed to partnering with clients to break down institutional inequities, increase representation across all levels of an organization and create spaces where people feel that they belong. Are you ready to elevate your people strategies?

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Our Team

Natalie Norfus

Founder & Managing Owner

Consultant, Organizational Culture and Change

Stephanie Wesolek

Business Support Manager

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“What’s the DEIL?” is a podcast for organizational leaders – and those who support them – as they make their way along their DEI journey. In this podcast, Natalie Norfus and Shanté Gordon explore how leaders can create space for authentic human connection through the lens of DEI. We know you’re busy, so we focus on practical strategies and best practices that improve employee engagement, retention, and impact.

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Success stories

“I’ve worked with The Norfus Firm at both Sabra and IsraAID, a non profit whose Board I serve on. There were a number of things we were involved with from DEI training to coaching. And with all the amazing things Natalie & Shante offer, it is their ability to connect that for me is what makes them so successful and inspiring.”

Rick Matros

CEO & Chair of the Board, Sabra Health Care REIT

“One of the most impressive things about The Norfus Firm is that they don’t offer cookie-cutter services. Over the years, they’ve invested time in understanding our business and the individuals on our team, and they have consistently tailored their offerings to meet our evolving needs.”

Kate Walton

Owner & CEO, Steyer Content

“Working with The Norfus Firm was an empowering and incredibly positive experience. Their exceptionally capable and empathetic staff made them a superb choice for advancing our organization, including executive leadership and mid-management, within the DEI space. They took the time needed to understand our mission and laid the groundwork for a more diverse, inclusive, and equitable organization moving forward. We looked forward to every call and milestone and trusted their perspective and expertise. We were grateful to have worked with them and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to any firm or organization.”

Kristin Sprinkle

Co-CEO, Skeo Solutions