Integrity. It seems that nearly every organizational competency model or values statement includes the word “integrity”. Commonly defined as a “firm adherence to a code of moral or ethical values or honesty”, it goes without saying that integrity or honesty is an important value for leaders at all levels of an organization to demonstrate. Unfortunately, [...]
Fortune Magazine and Aon Hewitt recently announced the 2011 Top Companies for Leaders. The results are based on a comparative evaluation of company submitted information on practices related to attracting, developing and retaining leaders. Top Companies for Leaders has been published nearly every year since 2002, with several companies consistently appearing on the list including [...]
Red shoes standing next start with arrow painted on ground If you expect to make a key hire this year, follow the three steps below to begin the process for making smarter people decisions: Focus on priorities Begin by identifying the 3 to 5 most important outcomes that must be achieved in the [...]
Help Wanted...Only those with current experience in our market, industry, product, technology, systems, etc. need apply....Many companies believe that in today's environment the best candidates are those whose prior experience closely matches the company's situation. On the surface, this seems a logical approach. With so many people seeking work, whether they are employed or unemployed, [...]
Although layoff announcements and jobless claims dominate the current headlines, some firms are making it a priority to upgrade talent in key roles. Savvy business leaders and HR officers recognize the importance of fielding a strong team to not only survive now but, thrive as the economy rebounds. Sales, finance and operations/supply chain are prime [...]
A candidate for a Chief Marketing Officer is flown in from the west coast for what is expected to be a final round of interviews at a southeastern based financial services firm. The candidate possessed all the right qualifications to drive the changes needed to support a new business strategy.. Among the candidate's attractive qualities [...]