CUE Inc. isn’t just a conference—it’s the go-to spot for leaders who want to build trust, truth, and transparency in employee and labor relations.
In this episode of the Left To Boom Show, host Phil Wilson interviews Elizabeth Huston, the executive director of CUE Inc., a positive employee relations organization. They discuss Elizabeth's leadership journey, the importance of community and collaboration within CUE Inc., the organization's values, and the diverse membership contributing to its mission. The conversation highlights the resources available to members, including expert panels and member-driven initiatives, and emphasizes the significance of networking and personal development opportunities within the organization. Elizabeth shares personal insights and fun anecdotes, concluding with a strong endorsement for CUE Inc. and its community.
Forget top-down programs and stale playbooks. CUE Inc. proves that the best way to drive positive employee relations is through a community built on trust, experience-sharing, and actionable tools. This conversation shows how CUE Inc. empowers ER and LR leaders across industries to support each other and build extraordinary workplaces.
Key Takeaways
🔹 CUE Inc. creates community-based support for employee relations pros.
🔹 Members crowdsource ideas and experiences across industries and roles.
🔹 Programs are peer-driven—not dictated by vendors or sponsors.
🔹 Conferences prioritize action: walk out with tools, not just ideas.
🔹 Expert panels give free access to trusted legal and consulting guidance.
🔹 Small-group Decision Dialogues build relationships and solutions fast.
🔹 Industry-specific groups like aerospace and retail support deeper connections.
🔹 An online platform helps members find peers by size, union status, and industry.
🔹 Participation leads to leadership—volunteers drive the content.
🔹 CUE supports early-career ER professionals and seasoned leaders alike.
🔹 The mission is simple: tell the truth, support each other, build better workplaces.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to CUE and Elizabeth Houston
03:13 Leadership Journey and Influential Leaders
05:53 Building Relationships in Leadership
09:01 Community and Collaboration at CUE
12:00 Values and Mission of CUE
15:02 Diversity of CUE Members and Their Impact
17:45 Resources and Support for CUE Members
21:01 Expert Panels and Knowledge Sharing
24:11 Member-Driven Initiatives and Events
27:07 Networking and Community Building
30:05 Personal Development and Leadership Opportunities
32:59 Fun and Personal Insights from Elizabeth
35:53 Closing Thoughts and Resources
