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Book Review: QBQ! The Question Behind the Question
QBQ! The Question Behind the Question by John G Miller is a quick read and a great message for today's business and social environment. This book is all about personal accountability and how questions can lead to pitty parties, blame games, and procrastination. Be...
In These Uncertain Times, Transformational Leaders Are Needed
Our future is uncertain and changing rapidly, which requires leaders who are able to transform themselves and others. Transformational leadership is a term James MacGregor Burns coined in 1978, and many experts agree that this leadership style is valuable for our...
Leaders, How Do You Know When to Fire an Employee?
If you want to move your company forward, firing employees is a necessity. But how do know when talent needs to be let go? The more you know about your employees, the better you’ll be able to decide if they’re a fit. This means leaders need to get to know their...
If You’re A Leader, Is Employee Engagement Your Top Priority? It Should Be
Leaders, take a look at your employee engagement. Could it be improved? Have you thought about your influence and role in driving engagement within your organization? The first step in focusing on employee engagement is measuring it. Here is a method for measuring...
How Company Values Drive Employee Engagement
Almost all companies say they want to improve employee engagement at their companies—as they should. A highly engaged workforce will be 50% more productive. But, how does an organization make its employees happier and more involved? Research has proven that when a...
Who’s Responsible for Talent Selection?
Talent management, including talent selection, is Human Resource’s job, right? Yes, and no. Yes, HR should be involved in the process. But employees in other departments also need a say. If only HR and the hiring manager chooses new hires, then the right employees...