Years ago, I stumbled upon an intriguing article in Entrepreneur titled The Personality Trait That Most Often Predicts Success. As someone who has used the Winslow assessment for years, I was eager to discover which trait emerged as the strongest…
After recently sitting in on a webinar covering hiring “best practices,” I’d like to share with you (as a reminder) the key elements of the hiring process, which will lead to you making successful hiring decisions. Most important, and coming…
While on a walk a few weeks ago I noticed this sign in a shop window, and it sparked an important insight I want to share with you. When hiring, a person’s level of Contentment is frequently underestimated but make…
Being recognized and appreciated for hard work is essential for an individual’s and a team’s morale and growth. By giving positive feedback, you not only acknowledge the achievements of your colleagues but also inspire them to strive for more significant…
Performance and behavioral feedback are two powerful tools when it comes to developing a successful workforce. Employees need regular one-on-one feedback so they know where they stand in terms of performance, and what they may need to improve upon moving…
Over the past 20+ years, I’ve assessed a lot of people and I can guarantee that behavioral assessments are extremely useful tools for understanding yourself, your potential hires, or your teams better. Behavioral assessments provide insight into how people think,…
Handling leadership changes can be unsettling at best, and frustrating and emotionally draining at worst. If you’re a leader helping your team stay focused during these times, composure (the ability to handle stress) and empathy are critical for navigating changes…
A very important distinction to make when using behavioral assessments within organizations for hiring or employee development is the difference in approaches between external candidates (those being considered for positions) versus internal personnel (those already employed). Whenever you’re adding to…
You’ve done it—you’ve implemented all your best practices and used your hiring assessments and interview skills to find that perfect candidate for the job. Now that they’re hired, what’s next? How do you make sure they quickly achieve a state…
I recently experienced another hand-to-the-forehead moment. Here’s what I overheard: “We’ve hired him; now let’s assess him and see what we’ve got!” All I could do was shake my head and sigh. I understand that hiring can be one of…