You can learn a lot about a group or team of people by watching the way they make decisions. I was reading some research that …
Passive Talent Is So Obsolete [infographic] – Friday Distraction
One concept that has flown out the window since the Great Recession is employee loyalty. I believe too many employers demonstrated their lack of sensitivity …
What Does It Take to Create a Successful Company
There’s no magic bullet for creating a successful organization. And being successful isn’t just about having a great product or service. Or having the best …
Leadership Isn’t About a Paycheck
This sentence caught my eye: “It’s not leadership if they’re paid to follow.” Um, no. Leadership exists at every level of an organization whether it’s …
HOW TO: Work With People You Don’t Like
I’ve mentioned in an earlier post that my favorite interview question is “Tell me about a time when you had to work with someone you …
It’s The Customer, Stupid
Remember that old sound bite from James Carville, former campaign strategist for President Bill Clinton, “It’s the economy, stupid.”? Since then, the phrase has become …
Recruiting Firms or Applying Online – Which is Better
Got a great question today from a reader looking for some help with their job search: I’m on a job search right now, and I …