Mastering the Smart Hire Solution Process for Success
February 17, 2015
The Smart Hire Solution process isn’t just about hiring—it’s a mindset shift that helps business owners manage their priorities and build better teams. I realized this one day when I took my mom to lunch for her birthday. A simple conversation between my husband and mom hit me hard as I sat in the backseat, […]
Better Interview Process for Hiring Success
October 8, 2014
Setting the tone for a better interview process is critical to attracting and keeping top talent. Interviews should foster trust, authenticity, and genuine conversation to ensure candidates feel excited about their new roles. Too often, poor interview strategies can leave promising candidates second-guessing their decision to join a company. A recent experience involving my goddaughter […]
Stop Saying Catchphrases to Strengthen Communication
October 1, 2014
Stop saying catchphrases that weaken your words. Many unknowingly use qualifiers like “I’m sorry” or “I don’t mean to be mean, but…” undermining our communication’s intent. These phrases act as fillers, disclaimers, or backdoor excuses that strip our statements of their power and clarity. Eliminating these catchphrases can make your words more impactful and meaningful. […]
Simple Celebrations at Work Boost Morale and Success
September 11, 2014
In one of our most popular posts, “Six Things My One-Year-Old Taught Me About Managing,” we explored how children’s simple and innocent approaches to life can inspire better business practices. One recurring theme is how simple celebrations at work can create a motivated, positive environment. This lesson came alive again just this morning. While putting […]
Stop Dysfunctional Helping: Lead with Confidence
August 28, 2014
Many professionals struggle to stop dysfunctional helping in the workplace. They step in to rescue colleagues from challenges, feeling they must fix problems for the team. This behavior, often a habit or learned through training, feels like the right thing to do. However, it traps you in the role of a mediator, rather than elevating […]
Employee Training Success: Build a Stronger Team
August 14, 2014
Employee training success begins with empowering your team to grow independently. Without proper guidance, employees may feel lost, constantly guessing and assuming what to do next. The result? Frustration, inefficiency, and a lack of confidence. Leaders must focus on a process that fosters employee training success by equipping them with the tools and confidence needed […]