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The Crucial Intersection of Talent Optimization and Life-Saving Medical Procedures

AJ Cheponis

Oct 4, 20232 min read

The Crucial Intersection of Talent Optimization and Life-Saving Medical Procedures

Jean-Paul was a skeptic. But once he and his star performers underwent the PI Behavioral Assessment, the results spoke volumes.

The Alchemy of Leadership: Why the Golden Rule is Dead and What’s Taken its Place

AJ Cheponis

Sep 21, 20233 min read

The Alchemy of Leadership: Why the Golden Rule is Dead and What’s Taken its Place

Leadership is not for the weak-hearted; it’s an emotional, psychological, and strategic labyrinth.

Navigating the New Normal: Building a Thriving Workplace Culture in the Era of Remote Work

AJ Cheponis

Aug 15, 20232 min read

Navigating the New Normal: Building a Thriving Workplace Culture in the Era of Remote Work

While remote work offers benefits such as flexibility and autonomy, there are also potential downsides to being physically separated from...

The Key to a Bright Future: Career Pathing for Employee Growth and Business Success

AJ Cheponis

May 30, 20232 min read

The Key to a Bright Future: Career Pathing for Employee Growth and Business Success

The lack of adequate career pathing is one of the top 10 drivers of turnover intent.

Understanding Your Predictive Index Score

AJ Cheponis

May 4, 20237 min read

Understanding Your Predictive Index Score

Understanding your Predictive Index scores can increase objectivity and help you gather data you wouldn’t glean from a typical interview.

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.

Are you still living by the Golden Rule?

AJ Cheponis

Apr 25, 20232 min read

Are you still living by the Golden Rule?

As a leader, you must understand what drives and motivates each of your team members and adjust your approach accordingly.

Unlock the Power of People Data: 3 Ways to Transform Your Workplace

AJ Cheponis

Apr 11, 20232 min read

Unlock the Power of People Data: 3 Ways to Transform Your Workplace

You have a treasure trove of people data at your fingertips. It's time to put it to good use.

The Hidden Influencers: How Cognitive Biases Impact Your Business Decisions

AJ Cheponis

Apr 6, 20234 min read

The Hidden Influencers: How Cognitive Biases Impact Your Business Decisions

At its core, cognitive bias refers to a systematic error in thinking or decision-making that can lead to incorrect judgments or decisions.

Say Goodbye to Ineffective Performance Reviews with These Expert Tips

AJ Cheponis

Mar 28, 20232 min read

Say Goodbye to Ineffective Performance Reviews with These Expert Tips

Performance appraisals are a vital aspect of managing a team, yet they're often viewed as demotivating and time-consuming.

Creating Respect in the Workplace: A Guide for Employers

AJ Cheponis

Mar 14, 20232 min read

Creating Respect in the Workplace: A Guide for Employers

If employees feel appreciated and respected, they will do their best work and be more committed to the company's success.

Building a Thriving Company Culture: Five Proven Strategies

AJ Cheponis

Feb 28, 20232 min read

Building a Thriving Company Culture: Five Proven Strategies

In today's fast-paced business world, a highly engaged company culture is crucial for success.

Inclusive Language: A Growing and Evolving List with Alternatives

AJ Cheponis

Dec 14, 20223 min read

Inclusive Language: A Growing and Evolving List with Alternatives

Words (and meaningful silences) matter enormously in our lives. They enable us to cooperate, collaborate, and ally with one another as....

The Power of Good Communication in the Workplace

AJ Cheponis

Nov 23, 20223 min read

The Power of Good Communication in the Workplace

In the workplace, good communication isn’t just about mitigating conflict...

AJ Cheponis

Nov 9, 20223 min read

4 Ways to Improve Collaboration

While having strong employee collaboration has numerous benefits, it takes hard work to foster this business practice.

How To Give Feedback That Actually Helps People Grow and Improve.

AJ Cheponis

Oct 31, 20225 min read

How To Give Feedback That Actually Helps People Grow and Improve.

By understanding someone’s behavioral drives, you’ll know the kind of feedback they prefer and can anticipate how they might respond.

5 Ways We Can Help You Design and Build Winning Teams

AJ Cheponis

Oct 25, 20223 min read

5 Ways We Can Help You Design and Build Winning Teams

Whether you’re tackling an ambitious goal, navigating a delicate client call, or adapting in the face of unprecedented change, you want...

AJ Cheponis

Jun 14, 20224 min read

How To Create Compelling Career Paths

According to the 2022 Employee Engagement Report, lack of adequate career pathing is one of the top 10 reasons your people leave.

AJ Cheponis

Apr 26, 20222 min read

Why Do We Behave As We Do?

Human behavior is no mystery, not even in our corporations and organizations. We know a great deal about why people behave as they do.

Performance Evaluations: Four best practices.

AJ Cheponis

Apr 19, 20223 min read

Performance Evaluations: Four best practices.

Only 37% of North American companies find their performance evaluation programs effective.