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  • 7 signs that a candidate is not prepared

    The result of a successful interview is not necessarily a new hire. It’s knowing if a candidate is or isn’t a good fit for your company. Since better interviews lead to better hires (as you’re weeding out the individuals who… Continue reading

    7 signs that a candidate is not prepared
  • Re-learning things after the pandemic

    After working remotely for 15 months, we recently returned to the office, albeit for only two days per week for most team members. While it has been wonderful to work together in the same room again, I could definitely sense… Continue reading

    Re-learning things after the pandemic
  • A few more thoughts on returning to the office

    A few months ago, I outlined some of the main reasons why we were going to return to the office once it’s safe to do so, including more impactful communication, increased empathy, inspiration, better integration of new team members, and… Continue reading

    A few more thoughts on returning to the office
  • Before you hire

    There’s something deeply gratifying about offering someone a job. Even posting a new position feels good, because it often means that your company is growing and/or that you have an opportunity to make your team stronger. But before you hire,… Continue reading

    Before you hire
  • Five behaviors of people who you want on your team

    As a leader, you are the steward of your company culture, not just by setting a good example, but by fostering the desired behaviors, eliminating factors that challenge your culture, and by hiring people who are great fits. Of course,… Continue reading

    Five behaviors of people who you want on your team