A way to help
As States begin to grapple with the questions and challenges of when and how to reopen safely and more conversations are focused on a positive direction, there are still so many people in need of assistance. We have witnessed the efforts of so many helping their communities battle the COVID-19 pandemic. We have seen the […]
Out with the Old: Performance Management Trends to Ditch in 2020
As long as businesses have existed, there has been a need for employers and employees to communicate, collaborate, plan, and adjust. This ongoing back-and-forth interaction falls under the concept of Performance Management, which at its essence is simply the way an employer uses guidance and feedback to steer their employees toward accomplishing their objectives. As […]
The Fork in the Road: Making a Mid-Life Career Change
When I was growing up I always said I wanted to be a teacher. I had teachers who inspired me to learn and grow and I knew that I wanted to be that same figure providing encouragement for young people. My parents thought differently, however. They felt that I would be frustrated because of the […]
Organizational Design – What’s Best for Your Company?
Until very recently most companies utilized a hierarchical organizational structure. Well, times they are a changin’. Companies are moving toward a more level organizational design composed of interactive teams that work in a much more collaborative manner. In the past most organization designs were more of a simple structure that was authority from the top […]
Networking: Do’s and Don’ts
Networking has become an integral part of our business culture for many reasons. It is important to socialize with people who are like minded and professional to keep your name out there. Networking can be used for many purposes, not just to garner clients or to try to secure a new position. It can be […]
Perfecting the Elevator Pitch
Here it is! Your big moment. The recruiter asks you the time tested question, “So,,,,tell me about yourself.” YIKES! How in the world can you concisely and adequately describe yourself to someone without sounding boastful or too modest? This is often referred to as an “elevator pitch”. Your elevator pitch in this instance may well […]
The Dreaded Cold Call: 4 Tips to Help with Successful Prospecting
The mere mention of Cold calling can send chills down the spines of many a sales person. But cold calling doesn’t have to be a scary thing. Depending on how you approach it and how well you prepare before you make the dreaded “cold call” it can be as pleasant and productive as a sales call to […]
The Candidate Experience: How and Why to Do It Right!
Whether you’re a recruiter, HR specialist, or just a manger looking to fill some open positions, people who are charged with finding talent and hiring personnel often approach the process from the wrong angle. Oftentimes the focus is solely on the needs of the one doing the hiring, without regard to the “candidate experience” of […]
Managing Stress in the Workplace
If you have ever had a job, then chances are you’ve experienced work-related stress. It can be as minor as an irritating co-worker, or as extreme as, in some professions, making decisions that can literally mean life or death. It’s not a question of whether or not you experience job stress, it’s a question of […]
Should I Stay or Should I Go? Part Two: 4 Qualities of a Great Company
Last time we identified some red flags that may indicate you’re in a dead-end job. This week we’ll look at some of the things that suggest you’re in a positive work environment with the potential for a very bright future. Many publications release an annual list of the “Best Companies to Work For,” and whether […]