If you’ve interviewed a lot of candidates, you probably have a fairly standard routine down by now. You ask a question, they answer, you evaluate each answer, and the interview progresses. As an interviewer, you want to cover as much ground as possible in a short period of time. The more questions you can ask […]
Be Prepared to Answer in an Interview During any job interview, it’s practically inevitable that you’ll be asked about your last job. The interviewer will want to know why you left, and under what circumstances—usually in order to minimize the risk that you may leave your new job the same way if you’re hired. It’s […]
Motivated employees are satisfied, productive employees—which, of course, is great for your business. How do you get your employees fired up to come to work and do their best? Here are six out-of-the-box strategies that can help your team feel appreciated, energized, and loving their jobs. Appreciate them in writing Most leaders know that a […]
In any job, mistakes are inevitable—but some are more avoidable than others. If you want a satisfying, successful career with opportunities for advancement, there are some mistakes you should actively try not to make. Be aware of these five common job mistakes that could hamper your career. DON’T be unavailable At some point you’ll be […]
There’s nothing like the feeling that you’ve accomplished a lot at the end of the workday. When you’re productive, you get to enjoy lower stress levels and a strong sense of accomplishment—not to mention more time to relax. However, increasing your productivity is easier said than done. Everyone wants to accomplish more in a day, […]
Most people know that a successful job interview relies on you having great answers to the interview questions an employer asks. If you’re job hunting, you’ve probably taken some time to research potential questions, come up with impressive answers, and even practiced giving them—either by yourself or in a mock interview format. But how much […]
Burnout is a real threat in any industry, whether you stock shelves or sell million-dollar technology systems. No matter what kind of company you run, your employees are susceptible to burnout—and it’s essential that you take steps to prevent this difficult problem, or you risk losing your best employees. One of the challenges of dealing […]
If you’re unhappy in your current job, it’s not easy to keep going. Making the decision to look for a new job while you’re still employed can be difficult and unnerving—and depending on your current employer, you could jeopardize your position. Looking for a new job before you’ve left the old one must be handled […]
Any job interview you attend is going to be filled with questions. Some interviewers will ask you standard questions, some will have random or unusual questions, and others will use a mix of the two. But regardless of what you’re asked, the interviewer is looking for answers to a set of core questions that decide […]
If you’re currently growing your business, that’s great news! It’s hard to imagine a downside to expanding toward greater success, but there is one issue you could be experiencing without even realizing it: the erosion of your organizational culture. [two_third_last] It’s hard to imagine a downside to expanding toward greater success, but there is one […]