The Key to Getting Hired: Examples of 'Flawless Execution' (not Perfection)
By Barry Deutsch Tuesday Jun 22, 2010One of the three core traits we insist our clients focus on in the interview process to measure top talent is flawless execution. Flawless execution is not about doing your job perfectly — it’s about the ability to overcome problems and other issues standing in the way of delivering results on time, on budget and on target.
Rehiring an Employee Who Quit Can Be Smart Business
By Ira Wolfe Monday Jun 21, 2010Just a few years ago, using the axiom “time heals all wounds” and boomerang worker in the same sentence seemed so… contradictory. Today, many employees who have left a company to pursue opportunity elsewhere have shed the label “traitor” and have been ordained “alumni.”
The Question that Should Keep You Awake at Night
By Barry Deutsch Monday Jun 21, 2010After each recession, there is typically a wave of turnover as advertised jobs increase and dissatisfied employees seize the opportunity to leave. So what if some of your best people walk out the door? What you doing right now to ensure your company is capable of retaining your best talent as the job market expands?
Why You Should Hack Your Own Business
By Kevin Beaver Monday Jun 21, 2010Ever thought about hacking your own network to see just how vulnerable your systems are? There's a process called "ethical hacking" that allows you or an employee to peform various security checks so the flaws can be uncovered before there's an attack.
Manager's Dilemma Solved: Are Employee Sabbaticals Good Business?
By Jay Forte Monday Jun 21, 2010In this week’s Manager's Dilemma, I looked at an employee benefit that's becoming increasingly popular even in this down economy: corporate sabbaticals. I outlined a scenario involving a vice president at mid-sized construction company who requested a four-month sabbatical, arguing that it would add value to him personally and to the company. I asked if you agreed and, if you were the CEO, would you grant his request? Here is what actually happened:
Should You Ban Facebook at the Office?
By Kevin Beaver Friday Jun 18, 2010In the whitepaper "To Block or Not. Is that the Question?," Palo Alto Networks explores the issue of "Enterprise 2.0" applications such as Facebook, Skype, Twitter and YouTube and howusers are now in control of the network. Meanwhile, IT staff is saying "just block it!" and users say "just don't block it!," but it's not that simple.
When Hiring Techies, Beware the Charlatans
By Kevin Beaver Thursday Jun 17, 2010Last year, Gartner predicted that IT spending would increase in 2010. I'm certainly seeing it in my consulting work. This will likely lead to hiring new staff, or at least new consultants for your IT and information security projects. Just don't fall for the "I'm certified, therefore I'm all you need" persona.
How to Unlock the Potential of a Diverse Workforce
By Anne Saita Wednesday Jun 16, 2010As a business leader are you unlocking the potential from your diverse mix of employees? What constitutes diversity today is not so much based on a broad mix of historically underrepresented races, ethnicities or gender. Instead, as more inclusive workforces continue to evolve, the best business leaders now embrace the unique points of view and perspectives from talented employees representing different generations, socioeconomic groups, sexual orientations and work habits.
3 Common Pitfalls of Pre-Employment Tests
By Ira Wolfe Wednesday Jun 16, 2010Hiring managers, seeking the special ingredients in what makes a top-performing employee tick, are turning to pre-employment testing more and more. But like a promising recipes, the proof is in the pudding. Many employees don’t work out even if they “pass” a pre-employment personality test. How can that be, you ask?
The Myers-Briggs Alternative for Small Business
By Karen Aho Wednesday Jun 16, 2010Ten years ago Corporate Ink began using a personality test to help it hire the right people and build teams that best serve clients with different needs and expectations. Turnover is now less than half the industry average and 80% of the company's clients, which include Dun & Bradstreet and Bank of Montreal, tell Corporate Ink they would recommend the firm to others.