Link paycheck to purpose. One of the deepest needs of every human being is the need to make a difference in the lives of others. Take the time to connect with all the people who count on you, whose lives you affect through your work. Often we forget the men, women and children who rely…
Our professional lives seek the best effort from us if we wish to progress. The idea of clinical addiction to work, or being labeled a workaholic is not a new issue that we have to deal at some point in our careers. It is also likely that employees mistake their addiction to work for commitment.…
It is estimated that up to 75% of all hiring decisions result in a mis-hire. While most organizations look at the cost of a mis-hire they only consider the salary of the individual, but an estimation based solely upon salary doesn’t come close to what the true cost of hiring the wrong person is. The…
The $13,000,000 Question The 80 / 20 Rule The 80 /20 Rule has been cited so often that the concept has almost become cliche. In business, it is proposed that 80% of a company’s business comes from 20% of their accounts. Additionally, the belief is that eighty percent of a company’s revenues are derived from…
Effective C-Level Recruiting Tips Executive search firms routinely engage in hiring a top-level executive for their clients. Hiring the right candidate and engaging in a thorough hiring assessment is important for the future success of the business. Under the current low unemployment rates, top-level executives are seen as passive candidates as they are already working,…
No Longer a Question! The research from hundreds of studies has confirmed a direct link between employee engagement and business performance. In companies where 60 to 70 percent of employees were engaged, the average total shareholder’s return stood at 24.2 percent. If employee engagement fell to 49 to 60 percent, the average shareholder return fell…
Every individual has a distinct talent that they excel in. It is how they differentiate themselves from the crowd. Someone who might be artistic and good with colors, might not be the best candidate for number-crunching jobs. All individuals are blessed with a gift that reflects the best sides of their personalities. We can understand…