August 2022

Entrepreneur or Wantrepreneur?

By |2021-12-23T14:18:06-04:00August 22, 2022|Candidates, Companies, Entrepreneur|

Being an entrepreneur, or having entrepreneurial abilities, is an admired trait in our society. If you asked a candidate in an interview if they view themselves as entrepreneurs, the socially acceptable answer is a resounding “absolutely.” If you asked individuals on your current team or in your department if they felt they had an entrepreneurial spirit, the answer would likely be affirmative. However, these types of questions often garner answers associated not with the true self, but with the idealized […]

Who, What, Where, When, How…But Why?

By |2021-12-22T19:57:05-04:00August 15, 2022|Companies, Motivating your Staff, Candidates, Job Seeker Tips, TalentSphere|

There are two simple words that have the power to completely change one’s approach to work and life forever. These words have the potential to evoke fulfillment, enhance productivity, and create daily peace of mind.

You may have found yourself saying some of these already today:

  • I have to go to this team meeting.
  • I have to get this proposal to our client.
  • I have to get caught up on emails.
  • I have to take the kids to practice.

We act as […]

July 2022

Topgrading

By |2021-12-22T19:36:46-04:00July 25, 2022|Candidates, TalentSphere, Companies, Topgrading|

As a manager, creating a well-rounded and high-performing team is one of the most fulfilling aspects of leadership. Seeing and helping superstars develop, watching individuals become more confident with their unique abilities, and grooming the next generation of leader within the organization is incomparable.

“B” and “C” Players

A less enjoyable component of management is the act of working with and coaching the perpetual underperformers. Every department has them, every leader has struggled with them, and some may even have a few […]

Elevating the Game

By |2021-12-22T19:21:13-04:00July 18, 2022|Candidates, TalentSphere, Companies|

The concept of having a best friend may seem more appropriate for schoolyard conversations than workplace ones. Although there is no need for friendship bracelets to be exchanged across cubicle walls, there is most certainly a need for significant connections within the workplace in service of employee contribution and retention.

The best employers recognize that loyalty doesn’t solely exist to the company; it exists at a much deeper level – among employees toward one another. All employees have moments when they […]

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