It’s not easy to be recognized for your experience and invited to join your first company Board. However, by understanding your value to a board, what Boards are seeking, building a great network, and using all the resources […]
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April 11, 2012 – In a sign of an improving job market, 2 out of 3 employers are implementing programs to retain some of their most talented workers, according to a survey by OI Partners, a global coaching […]
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We talk so much about qualities of good leaders and how to identify potential leaders. We thought we’d share characteristics of a bad leader—things we often see when we begin a leadership executive coaching engagement. Following are eight […]
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When thinking about what organizations need to do to effectively compete in today’s challenging marketplace, I can’t help but turn to that sage advice offered by Jim Collins in his books “Built to Last” and “Good to Great.” […]
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March 7, 2012 – As the number of job openings and workers quitting increases, people may be susceptible to committing one or more of the 10 Biggest Mistakes When Leaving Your Job, according to OI Partners, a global […]
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If only I would get $1 every time I heard a human resources (HR) professional say, “I need our leaders to do more with less!” It isn’t just local HR talent desperately needing critical leadership qualities. Insights from […]
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If you are involved in recruitment, I am sure you have seen it all – from candidates who have fallen asleep or who have answered cell phone calls in an interview to candidates who have asked if having […]
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Recruiters only give your resume 20 to 30 seconds of air time before moving on to the next candidate—that is, if they even see your resume at all. The black hole known only to job seekers is officially […]
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Some of you may remember when you could work for a “good” company, stay out of trouble, show up for work on a regular basis, keep your mouth shut and expect somewhat regular promotions and to eventually be […]