Job interviews can be really unpleasant for interviewers and candidates alike. A 30-minute chat sandwiched between a busy hiring manager’s afternoon meetings isn’t always the best way to get to know somebody, let alone judge their fit for an open role. But over my past few years in the hiring seat, I’ve developed a set of five go-to questions that are… Read More FIVE QUESTIONS THAT HR ASK TO JOB CANDIDATES
How many times a day do you say no? Why do you say no in the first place? Most people will tell you they respond with “no” because of laziness, fear of failure or a lack of spare time. In reality, there is almost always a better solution than just saying no. You don’t always… Read More Start replacing “no” with “how” to improve effective communication!!
If you’re in HR, marketing or any leadership role, you hear it all the time: Your company needs to articulate its purpose. Simon Sinek gave his popular TED talk on the subject in 2009. To date, the video has 33 million views. LinkedIn and Imperative released a global study on the topic just last year. And a quick Google search… Read More Your Company Has A Purpose, But Do You?
I talk a lot with those around me about co-creative leadership and collaboration. My team and I collaborate a lot with our clients, but not as often as we do with each other. More often than not, you have the choice whether or not to collaborate. When you keep collaboration optional, you’re allowing a way… Read More Five Easy Ways To Effectively Collaborate With Your Team
Back in the day it was easy to be a great employee. You only had to show up at work on time, work hard all day, be nice to everyone and avoid breaking the rules. The working world has changed dramatically since then. Now we have to bend and flex at work to do our jobs. We… Read More The Ten Qualities Of Outstanding Employees
In mid-June, Google announced the implementation of an AI-powered search function aimed at connecting job seekers with jobs by sorting through posted recruitment information. The system allows users to search for basic phrases, such as “jobs near me,” or perform searches for industry-specific keywords. The search results can include reviews from Glass door or other companies, along… Read More How Google’s AI-Powered Job Search Will Impact Companies And Job Seekers!!
Great leadership can be a difficult thing to pin down and understand. You know a great leader when you’re working for one, but even they can have a hard time articulating what it is that makes their leadership so effective. It was recently rumored that Starbucks’ CEO Howard Schultz would run for president, but Schultz shut the idea down… Read More 6 Things Great Leaders Do Differently..!!
Embarking on a new career path or job can be both exciting and daunting. Exciting because of the opportunity to leave your mark and lead a team or organization in a new direction. Daunting because of the uncertainty of moving into uncharted territory and the change you may need to drive. Whether your new role requires leading… Read More Look Before You Leap: 3 Steps to Leading Change
When people think of technology careers, they think of computer-savvy people who can code, understand computer networks, run cable and have various other technical skills. Most overlook the importance of soft skills, which are important for any career. Tech professionals not only need to be able to work well within their own teams, but also work well with… Read More 4 Soft Skills Every Tech Professional Should Have..!!
Sometimes, employees can make or break a business. What kind of employees do you need? Many small businesses benefit from hiring employees. At some point, you may decide that you need more hands on deck at your company. When that time comes, you might not know where to start. You want individuals who will make a difference… Read More What Kind Of Small Business Employees Do You Need To Grow Your Company?
