At Howdy.com, we know that talent retention goes beyond competitive pay. It's about creating an environment where employees feel supported, valued, and motivated to grow. With an industry-leading 98% retention rate, Howdy has cracked the code for keeping top talent happy and engaged. Here’s how we do it:
We start with the right people.
Retention starts with recruitment. At Howdy, fewer than 5% of applicants make it through the vetting process to the interview stage. This high-touch, selective approach ensures that we start with motivated, experienced professionals who align with your company's culture and values. By beginning with the best of the best — the top 1% of tech talent in LatAm — we set your engineers up for long-term success.
We build a support system.
One of Howdy's most important retention strategies is its comprehensive support system. From day one, engineers are paired with an engineering mentor (EM), an industry professional dedicated to their success at your company. Part guide, advocate, and career coach. EMs regularly meet with engineers in one-on-one meetings to build trust, provide support, and proactively address issues before they escalate.
We focus on career development.
Career growth is a priority at Howdy. EMs work with your teammates to craft a career development plan that aligns their goals with your company’s needs. These plans help engineers visualize how their careers can evolve within your company, fostering long-term investment in your brand.
By encouraging engineers to develop their skills and advance professionally, EMs not only help your employees grow but also strengthen your team. When engineers feel that their career goals are supported, they’re more likely to stay engaged and committed to your company.
We create community.
Let’s face it: Remote work can be isolating. Remote environments limit teammates' face-to-face contact, making it challenging to build connections and stay productive, happy, and engaged with their work.
That's why Howdy.com supports your remote employees with a network of physical offices across Latin America. At these “Howdy Houses,” we host in-person events, including:
- Tech meetups and speaker series. Local meetups feature both local tech leaders and internationally recognized speakers, where engineers can expand their professional networks and learn from industry experts.
- Tech and AI workshops. These workshops keep engineers current with industry trends and foster a culture of continuous learning.
- Lunches, happy hours, and outings. Team lunches and outings connect engineers with colleagues, strengthening team bonds and encouraging collaboration.
By creating opportunities for engineers to meet and collaborate face-to-face, Howdy builds stronger personal connections that improve team dynamics. Our commitment to community-building sets us apart from competitors who only provide recruiting services.
We offer competitive benefits.
We provide AI-powered productivity tools.
Howdy equips developers with cutting-edge AI tools integrated directly into their coding environments. These tools help your teammates stay productive by offering smart suggestions and flagging potential issues in real time. Advanced tech also helps engineers stay engaged with their work, reducing burnout and increasing productivity.
We stay proactive.
Howdy doesn’t wait for problems to escalate. We identify and address potential issues before they escalate into larger concerns. Through regular feedback loops and performance improvement plans, Howdy gives employees the support they need to succeed. This proactive approach helps prevent turnover and fosters an environment where employees feel secure enough to voice concerns and seek solutions.
We establish communication channels.
Communication is key to Howdy’s retention strategy. We create open lines of communication through regular EM check-ins and transparent feedback loops. By keeping communication clear and consistent, Howdy helps your team feel heard, valued, and engaged with their work.
Why retention matters
As a people-centric business, Howdy is dedicated to providing your teammates with the support, tools, and community they need to thrive. Our investment in AI tools, proactive risk management, and a strong focus on culture motivates your employees to stay engaged and remain committed for the long term. It’s the reason behind our 98% retention rate.
Book a demo to learn more about how we can help you start building a loyal, happy, and productive engineering team in Latin America today.