The most costly recruiting error in recent history was revealed this month. In mid February, Facebook announced its nearly $19 billion purchase of the … Read more
Hiring Wisdom: Even Poor Procedures Beat No Procedures at All
Some folks resist systemization; perhaps they feel if “it’s all in their heads” they may actually have some measure of job security. However, it goes … Read more
The Challenges of HR Management in a Global Workplace
“Mr. Ron, I want you to send me to some training.” Sure, I said. Tell me about what you do and what are some of your duties in your department? After … Read more
How to Build a Resilient, Stress-Resistant Workforce
The more resilient your workforce, the greater your ability to: Adapt nimbly to marketplace changes. Provide friendly, alert, loyalty-generating customer … Read more
The “War” For Talent: Real Shortage, or Employer Propaganda?
Depending on who you speak to, there is a talent war going on and every employer should be gathering up their troops to battle for the best and brightest. … Read more
Addicted to Details: Getting Leaders and Executives to Just Let Go
Last week I wrote about the sometimes hidden costs of a leader asking a question, and the danger of not recognizing the risk and expense it can cause. … Read more
Going For the Gold: Team Building Lessons From the Winter Olympics
With the Winter Olympics coming to a close, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the importance of teamwork – and how working together as a team can help your … Read more
Here’s Why Company Values Are So Incredibly Important
Editor’s Note: Sometimes readers ask about past TLNT articles. That’s why we republish a Classic TLNT post every Friday. Following on my recent post … Read more
The 1 Thing Your Organization Wants From You (But Doesn’t Even Know It)
You know what your organization wants from you? It’s not to be great. Or to be an “A” player. Or high energy. Or Top 10 percent. It’s also not … Read more
Sometimes It Takes Failure to Ultimately Lead to Success
“If you want to increase your success rate, double your failure rate.” — Thomas Watson Jr., former CEO of IBM As children, we are … Read more