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Why Your People Leave You: The Brutal Truth About Employee Turnover
Hiring the right person doesn’t guarantee retention. To keep them engaged, managers must adapt their communication styles.

AJ Cheponis
Jul 18, 20244 min read

Retaining Top Talent: Strategies for Long-Term Success
High employee turnover can be costly and disruptive, affecting productivity and morale.

AJ Cheponis
Jul 5, 20243 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.

AJ Cheponis
Jun 27, 20243 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.

AJ Cheponis
Jun 18, 20245 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In a world where 77% of jobs require zero creativity, sticking to outdated interviewing norms is strategic malpractice.
AJ Cheponis
Jun 4, 20243 min read


Ex-Google VP Always Hires for This Trait That Most People Think They Have, But Few Do
While experience and skills are crucial, they can be developed over time. However, self-awareness is a trait that significantly impacts.....
AJ Cheponis
May 23, 20242 min read


Unlocking Startup Success: The Power of Talent Optimization
In the tumultuous world of startups, where every decision can make or break the company, one factor stands out as a game-changer.
AJ Cheponis
Apr 19, 20243 min read


Strategies for Small Business Growth: Overcoming Operational Overwhelm
The Importance of Talent Optimization in Strategies for Small Business Growth In the heart of Atlanta, Georgia, a husband and wife...
AJ Cheponis
Mar 12, 20243 min read


Unveiling the Precision of the Predictive Index Behavioral Assessment (PI BA)
Dive into the world of Predictive Index's PI Behavioral Assessmentâ„¢ (PI BA), a beacon of reliability and scientific prowess in the...
AJ Cheponis
Feb 29, 20244 min read


The High Cost of Low-Quality Questions
Stop suffocating your business with low-quality interview questions! Unearth the threat of mediocrity and ignite your untapped potential.
AJ Cheponis
Feb 1, 20243 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.
AJ Cheponis
Jan 18, 20243 min read


Harnessing the Predictive Index: The Engine of Talent Optimization
PI's Hire module is the first gatekeeper in the talent optimization journey, ensuring that your talent acquisition is not a game of darts
AJ Cheponis
Jan 11, 20243 min read


The Real Cost of Outsourcing HR Talent Searches to Big Dollar Firms
You can't simply buy a competitive edge from a third party; you have to nurture it from within.
AJ Cheponis
Jan 2, 20242 min read


The Crisis of Employee Attrition and the Science You're Overlooking
Resumes might be good for skimming the surface, but they’re horrendous at diving deep.
AJ Cheponis
Dec 28, 20232 min read


Hiring Without Regret: A Framework to Supercharge Your Talent Strategy
Studies estimate that the wrong hire could cost up to 30% of the individual's first-year earnings, not to mention the cascade effect on....
AJ Cheponis
Nov 23, 20233 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.
AJ Cheponis
Nov 14, 20237 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
AJ Cheponis
Nov 7, 20238 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.
AJ Cheponis
Oct 17, 20235 min read


The Silent Saboteur: The Price of Ignoring Cognitive Ability
While various factors play into a successful hire, cognitive ability stands out as a beacon in the dark maze of recruitment.
AJ Cheponis
Oct 12, 20232 min read


Reframing Stress: The Science behind Changing Your Perception and Improving Your Well-being
Statistics show that the majority of U.S. workers experience stress at work, which can have negative effects on behavior, sleep, and overall
AJ Cheponis
Oct 10, 20234 min read
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