Hiring
The best question to ask candidates in an interview
To help cut through the rehearsed responses and understand the person beneath. Interviews are short and stressful, making it hard to truly understand the person you’re talking to. But there’s one question Simon Sinek asks in every interview that can help you do just that. What's the question? "I...
5 things successful people never say at work
In your job, your words carry weight. They can either propel you towards success or pull you back down. 1. "This may be stupid, but...
Dream jobs don’t exist
They're like unicorns. Often talked about. But rarely sighted. We thought it was time to debunk this myth. So let's explore why you shouldn't chase that dream and what you should focus on. 1. The great illusion The reality is, no job is perfect. Every role comes with its...
What the buck are your hiring intentions?
We recently surveyed the market to understand their hiring intentions for the coming year. Here’s what the +700 respondents said. After years of growth we’re now seeing a more considered market. Do you expect to increase the number of employees in your team in the next 12...
Market Insights – How easy is it to retain high quality talent?
Results from our market survey of +700 business professionals. In our recent market survey, we asked: "How easy is it to retain high-quality talent compared to this time last year?" Offering insights into talent retention trends across different sectors. Departmental Differences Two clear themes emerged in the talent verticals that...
10 realities you need to accept to grow your career
#1 No one owes you anything Take initiative. Your career is your responsibility. #2 The comfort zone ISN'T your friend Growth happens when you step out of your comfort zone. Don't let fear of failure or complacency hold you back. #3 Good workers, get more work Learn to say no and avoid...
Most leaders handle employee resignations wrong
You might ask, how? Well, they end up: - Taking it personally.- Reacting emotionally [or angrily 😬].- Letting it create a negative work environment. Here are some tips on how to cope with resignations - the right way. #1 What's the situation? How your employee resigns will give you the...
You can hire better
It takes more than smarts to be a great team member. Instead, hire people who do these 8 things: 1. Avoid drama We have a policy in our office. It’s written on the wall: No driftersNo dickheadsNo drama queens For us, it helps to foster a culture of respect and...