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Job Hunting By the Numbers

With a professional background that is also based in market research, I often find myself pulling nuggets throughout the year. Often they’re inserted in our blog, some just sit in a file waiting to be

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Don’t Let the Annual Review Sneak Up on You

A new year more often than not means it is time for your annual performance review. Haven’t thought about it? Maybe you should. Not only do you want to do well – but if you aspire to develop your ca

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Is Your Organization A Circle of Trust?

I came across a study today about employee trust – or a lack thereof as I listened to a Wall Street Journal podcast.

More than half of American workers (52%) don’t feel their feel the compan

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Common Characteristics of Great Leaders

I am in the enviable position where I get to speak with successful people every day. And with daily interaction comes a realization that awesome leaders have similar characteristics. As we reflect and

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Brand Reputation Begins With the “Apply” Button

You may not realize it, but your company’s brand reputation and engagement can start as early as the second someone hits “apply” on your website.

Prior to pressing that button the candidate may have

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Tis the Season to Network

It is inevitable. Over the next month and until January 1st you will find yourself at numerous events where you can and should be networking. And yes, that includes gatherings with family and friends

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Ask Your Own Questions When a Recruiter Calls

Whether you are looking or not, it is awesome to get a call from a recruiter. This means someone in your network recommended you or that the recruiter found your online brand impressive to take the ti

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Secure? Are You Sure?

A recent study from Gallop reveals that while 58 percent of U.S. full- and part- time workers are completely satisfied with their job security – the question remains, what is wrong with the other two

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The Idea of Connectivity

Recently, I heeded the advice of so many to start your day off by being inspired by someone you know or want to know better. I met for an early, pre-dawn coffee with fellow HR professional and consult

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Are Your Employees Satisfied or Happy? 

More and more employers are looking past achieving employee “satisfaction” and “engagement” and aiming for employee “happiness.” A recent article on the SHRM website got me thinking about the differe

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