Workplace Loneliness Is a Leadership Issue

By Team Hirschel Loneliness isn’t just a personal struggle: it’s a growing business challenge. In 2023, the U.S. Surgeon General issued a landmark advisory declaring loneliness and social disconnection a national epidemic. The effects reach far beyond our social lives, extending into our organizations, our teams, and our bottom lines. Why Leaders Should Pay Attention…

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From Boss to Coach: The Leadership Shift That Drives Results

By Team Hirschel For decades, leadership has been defined by hierarchy, authority, and control. The traditional “boss” mindset was about giving orders, managing tasks, and ensuring compliance. But today’s workforce is different. Employees don’t just want to be managed—they want to be coached. A coaching-style leader doesn’t just tell employees what to do; they empower…

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Hiring Trends to Watch in 2024

Introduction In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing job market, staying updated on hiring trends is crucial for both job seekers and employers. As we look towards the future, it’s essential to anticipate the shifts and developments that will shape the employment landscape. With advancements in technology and evolving expectations, the year 2024 is expected to witness…

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The Hidden Art of Becoming a Samurai Listener

We all know how to talk, but do we really understand the mechanics of being great listeners? Today we share Cash Nickerson’s perspective.  The Hidden Art of Becoming a Samurai Listener By Cash Nickerson This article can be found here.

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Want to Avoid Hiring People You Can’t Trust Later? Ask These 5 Powerful Interview Questions

The costs to an organization for hiring the wrong candidate can be staggering. Today we share Marcel Schwantes’ perspective on using specific behavioral interview questions to assess trustworthiness. Enjoy. Want to Avoid Hiring People You Can’t Trust Later? Ask These 5 Powerful Interview Questions By Marcel Schwantes This article can be found here.

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Takeaways From Richard Branson’s Keynote Presentation

Entrepreneur Richard Branson recently spoke at a digital marketing conference, the Adobe Summit. Today we share Jane Burnett’s summary of his insights. Richard Branson on flex policies, what Virgin looks for in an employee, and lessons learned. by Jane Burnett Entrepreneur Richard Branson gave a keynote presentation this week at the Adobe Summit, a digital marketing conference,…

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Taking Care of Yourself: At Work

If you’re in the habit of pampering yourself only on the weekends, you might want to change that. Today we share Laura Brothers’ perspective on self-care during the week, at work. Enjoy. This Self-Career-Care Checklist Will Make Your Work Week Even More Fulfilling By Laura Brothers Conventional wisdom says that self-care is a weekend and…

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Work and Think Like a White Belt

We are continuously striving to accomplish our career goals. But as we become supervisors, managers, or C-level executives, how does it help to return to our entry level or ‘white belt’ roots? Today we share Cash Nickerson’s perspective. Work and Think Like a White Belt By Cash Nickerson Everybody wants to know how long it…

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