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5 Signs You’re a Community Leader Leadership comes in many forms, from those who inspire dedication and support to those who rule through fear and intimidation. A true leader is someone who can command those under them without having to resort to extreme tactics. Many great leaders share some common traits, so work to improve…
Toxic Workplaces and Bosses Have These in Common The Great Resignation is partly due to many people realizing that the demand for employees has created opportunities for them to try new things. A side effect of the work-from-home shift during the pandemic and an overall change in workplace culture shined a rather bright light on toxic…
How to Answer That First Interview Question: “Tell Me About Yourself” The common interview question, “Tell me about yourself” feels like it should be easy to answer. You’re the expert on yourself, after all. But all too often, this question, though intended to be a conversation starter, feels ultra stressful and can even paralyze job…
New Workplace Habits Learned by Working From Home As pandemic restrictions lift and people return to the office, which new habits are they bringing with them? While trends like working in your pajamas are probably not making the journey from the home office to the “real office,” other strategies make many workers much more productive.…
Employee Red Flag? Or Sign of Talent? Do you know what makes a great employee? Some traits are easy to spot: people who are punctual and reliable, perform well under pressure and can be trusted to complete their job tasks with few mistakes. However, some traditional “red flags” are actually a sign of underutilized talent.…
4 Ways to Lead With Compassion How do you genuinely inspire and motivate your team? In the age of “the Great Resignation,” good leadership stands out. Managers and business owners who think that they’re charismatic and influential leaders may need to take a moment to reflect on their effectiveness. Leading with compassion may be the…
For High Skill, High Value Jobs, Working From Home Doesn’t (Always) Work While many people discovered that they could complete their jobs through working from home or flex time, not everyone had the same results. Those in high-skilled, collaborative roles may do better with in-person collaboration with teams, for which regular Zoom meetings can’t achieve…
Bad Job Descriptions are Repelling Qualified Workers Many of our members are recruiting talent to fill important positions in their businesses. Employers in many different industries find it difficult to find employees at every level, and chronic short-staffing is taking a toll on many businesses. However, you may have more eligible workers than you think, but your…
Why Businesses Reject Resumes – Even in a Talent Shortage Walking down the street, it’s rare to spot a business that doesn’t have a “Help Wanted” sign in the window. The “Great Resignation,” and the number of people who abandoned their 9-to-5 jobs for a side hustle or entirely new career, has resulted in a talent shortage…
Interview Your Employees So They Stay The Great Resignation is spurring a rash of hiring bonuses, better perks, and aggressive recruitment. You’ve probably heard of or are engaging in focused talent retention – but have you tried the “stay interview?” The opposite of an exit interview, a stay interview is a semi-formal conversation with your…