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PI Behavioral Assessment vs. Five Factor Model: What Every Leader Should Know

AJ Cheponis

Oct 312 min read

PI Behavioral Assessment vs. Five Factor Model: What Every Leader Should Know

Your people are your organization’s biggest competitive edge. Isn’t it time you invested in understanding how they’re wired for success?

Unlocking Sales Potential: How Thinking Outside the Box Transforms Client Relationships

AJ Cheponis

Aug 204 min read

Unlocking Sales Potential: How Thinking Outside the Box Transforms Client Relationships

In the competitive world of sales, standing out requires more than just offering a low price, great product, or service.

Retaining Top Talent: Strategies for Long-Term Success

AJ Cheponis

Jul 53 min read

Retaining Top Talent: Strategies for Long-Term Success

High employee turnover can be costly and disruptive, affecting productivity and morale.

Hiring Top Talent: Strategies for Making Better Hiring Decisions

AJ Cheponis

Jun 273 min read

Hiring Top Talent: Strategies for Making Better Hiring Decisions

Hiring the right candidate is a complex process that involves more than just reviewing resumes and conducting interviews.

Attracting Top Talent: Mastering the Art of Talent Acquisition

AJ Cheponis

Jun 203 min read

Attracting Top Talent: Mastering the Art of Talent Acquisition

Attracting top talent begins with a deep understanding of the specific behavioral and cognitive demands of each role.

How to Hire Top Salespeople: A Seven-Step Process

AJ Cheponis

Jun 185 min read

How to Hire Top Salespeople: A Seven-Step Process

Adopting this seven-step hiring process will significantly improve your ability to identify and attract top sales talent.

The High Cost of Low-Quality Interview Questions: Elevate Your Hiring Process to Propel Your Business Forward

AJ Cheponis

Jun 43 min read

The High Cost of Low-Quality Interview Questions: Elevate Your Hiring Process to Propel Your Business Forward

In a world where 77% of jobs require zero creativity, sticking to outdated interviewing norms is strategic malpractice.

The Hidden Toll of Mediocre Hiring Processes: A Wake-Up Call for Business Leaders

AJ Cheponis

Jan 183 min read

The Hidden Toll of Mediocre Hiring Processes: A Wake-Up Call for Business Leaders

Gone are the days when businesses could afford the luxury of dragging their feet in the hiring process.

Selecting the Right Candidate: A Guide to a Thorough and Effective Hiring Process

AJ Cheponis

Nov 14, 20237 min read

Selecting the Right Candidate: A Guide to a Thorough and Effective Hiring Process

hiring the wrong candidate can be costly and have a negative impact on the company's productivity, culture, and bottom line.

Structured Interviewing: The Key to Consistency and Objectivity

AJ Cheponis

Nov 7, 20238 min read

Structured Interviewing: The Key to Consistency and Objectivity

Without a framework, interviewers may miss important details or ask inconsistent questions, leading to an incomplete or biased assessment of

4 Steps to Successful Hiring: Finding and Keeping the Right Candidate for Your Business

AJ Cheponis

Oct 17, 20235 min read

4 Steps to Successful Hiring: Finding and Keeping the Right Candidate for Your Business

Hiring the "right" person is essential as they will turn your strategy and objectives into tangible results.

Objective vs. Subjective Decision-Making: What's Best for Your Company's Hiring Process?

AJ Cheponis

Aug 1, 20234 min read

Objective vs. Subjective Decision-Making: What's Best for Your Company's Hiring Process?

When we process information and make decisions, we can either be subjective or objective.

Strategies for Enhancing Retention and Engagement

AJ Cheponis

Jul 27, 20233 min read

Strategies for Enhancing Retention and Engagement

Organizations need to remember that the cost of a bad hire extends beyond the financial implications.

Harnessing the Hidden Potential Within Your Workforce

AJ Cheponis

Jul 20, 20233 min read

Harnessing the Hidden Potential Within Your Workforce

Our teams are not just a collection of job descriptions and degrees; they are reservoirs of potential waiting to be tapped.

Why Your Job Postings Are Attracting the Wrong Candidates (And What to Do Instead)

AJ Cheponis

Jul 18, 20232 min read

Why Your Job Postings Are Attracting the Wrong Candidates (And What to Do Instead)

Hiring for the future is a great goal, but it can be challenging to find candidates who are forward-thinking

Identifying and Eliminating Hiring Committee Bias: A Proven Strategy for Better Hiring Decisions

AJ Cheponis

Jun 27, 20233 min read

Identifying and Eliminating Hiring Committee Bias: A Proven Strategy for Better Hiring Decisions

The bureaucratic method is also sometimes rooted in hiring managers trying to protect their own careers.

Overcoming Confirmation Bias: 3 Actionable Strategies for Better Team Performance

AJ Cheponis

Apr 27, 20233 min read

Overcoming Confirmation Bias: 3 Actionable Strategies for Better Team Performance

Confirmation bias is a natural tendency that can negatively impact team performance, hurt morale, and limit innovation.

The Importance of Hiring the Right Person: A Tale of Talent Optimization

AJ Cheponis

Apr 13, 20233 min read

The Importance of Hiring the Right Person: A Tale of Talent Optimization

But it's not just about hiring the right person; it's also about keeping employees engaged and motivated.

Attracting Top Talent in 2023: Tips for a Successful Hiring Approach

AJ Cheponis

Mar 23, 20233 min read

Attracting Top Talent in 2023: Tips for a Successful Hiring Approach

But fear not – there are several strategies you can use to create a talent strategy that attracts the best and brightest in your industry.

AJ Cheponis

Dec 28, 202213 min read

A Hiring Strategy That Works

Here are five ways to develop an effective hiring strategy and align your HR practices with your organization’s needs.