That is what we do. People are “wired” for connection, humans are social. Since forever we have gathered for food and listened to music. Finding ways to connect with people outside of work are key. Shared values is what brings us together a belief in the same team,...

If you take the time to plan your interview, you are more likely to make better hiring decisions. My clients ask me “how do you get to the top 3 candidates?” The Answer: By being consistent in my prescreening and interviews, as well as listening to each candidate...

Leadership needs to change….. I recently read a GREAT book “How to have confidence and Power in dealing with people” Les Giblin 1956. It was an easy and enjoyable book to read that really makes you think. One note that really took me back; on page 24 he lists the top...

Succession Planning A Big topic on everyone’s mind – the question is … What are you doing about it? You could be in a position that you own a company and are thinking about retirement: Is one of your children taking over? Do they have the skills, training…? Do you...

I originally wrote this in October 2010.... Wow 8 years later this one is always a great read If you’re over 35 there’s a good chance you don’t speak fondly about the 20-somethings of the world. Also known as “Generation Y”, “Millennial”, “Generation Next” or “Net...

We are all leaders in some way. Leading is everywhere in our lives; at work, in the classroom, with family and even with a group of friends. There are many definitions and education on the subject of leadership through books, articles, blogs and so much more. The...