Hire slowly, fire quickly. Seems rather straightforward. But in reality, this is the exact opposite of how most companies operate. And it can seemingly be for good reasons—at least the quick-hiring part. Companies may find themselves in high-growth […]
Today, more employees have called me, feeling frustrated as they no longer feel appreciated by their employers. The comments have included: “I’ve taken on more responsibilities after the company downsized, and yet my title hasn’t changed, nor my […]
“What’s in it for them?” Your resume has to answer that question. If it doesn’t, you most likely will never get to present yourself to that awesome company where you envisioned working forever! Let me be blunt: Too […]
What employer wants to experience a downsizing? No one that I know! And yet this happens over and over. Is there a way to avoid a downsizing or find an alternative path? Not always, but YES, there are […]
Today’s job market is an increasingly competitive landscape. While companies search daily for top candidates, many individuals experience a stalled job search, leading to frustration and anxiety. For some, a delay in landing a job can be due […]
Poor performance in an employee may arise for a number of different reasons. But when an employee’s performance is obviously unacceptable and everyone knows it, it can be easier to take action, especially if the person has had […]
As an executive coach, the number one issue that I am asked to address in working with clients is how to improve their communication. However, rarely is that how the request is made (perhaps a problem with communicating?). […]
It Takes More Than a Hat to be a Cowboy The best brands tell a story about how they solve problems. The best brands entice us because they’ve created meaning for us. Your personal brand needs to do […]
Fresh off the 4th of July holiday weekend, I have had some time to reflect on the meaning of this holiday and how it applies to a critical component of our great nation: Top Performers. Any company interested […]
You’re deep in your job search, you’re rolling along on your own when you get a call from a recruiter about a position that you would be “perfect” for. You have considered working with a recruiter but were […]