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Effective Interview Questions for Managers


I don’t know about you, but I find interviewing challenging: How do I know after an hour (or less!) whether someone will be a good fit for a job?

I Can See Clearly Now, the Fog is Gone: Salary Transparency


Back in the 90’s when I entered the workforce it was frowned upon to talk about your pay. Compensation was a private matter, and very little was shared...

Mastering the Employee Retention Game: Keeping Your Team Happy


In today's ever-evolving work environment, retaining your team members can sometimes feel like trying to keep a bunch of energetic puppies in line. But...

Pay Equity: A Lesson in Advocating for Fair Compensation


We often hear about pay equity issues in the workplace, but it's a different story when you find yourself in the midst of one. A few years ago, I was...

Drive Work Goals at Mid-Year


It’s already August! I don’t know about you, but this year is absolutely flying by. It seems like yesterday I was sitting down with my team to...

Good Leaders Exhibit These Competencies


Last week my client mentioned a study by the Workforce Institute at UKG that found managers have a greater influence on employee mental health than...

Manage High Performers by Building Strengths


I went axe throwing for the first time recently. It was a great experience and I learned all about how to throw an axe. There are two ways to throw the...

Your Career Path: Lattice vs. Ladder


I'm sure you've read the same articles I have that show employees want continual development and growth opportunities. It's a trend that has only grown...

Work Motivation: A View from Each Generation


As a Gen Xer, it’s been interesting to me to watch the Boomers and the Millennials, the generations on either side of me. For the most part,...

Recruiting: If You Communicate, They Will Come


When you recruit someone, you are creating an impression – of yourself and the organization you represent. Whether or not this person is hired, an...

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