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The Hidden Opportunity in "Grumpy Stayers"

AJ Cheponis

Sep 7, 20233 min read

The Hidden Opportunity in "Grumpy Stayers"

You've heard of the "Great Resignation," but what about the "Great Resistance?" Meet the "Grumpy Stayers"—those employees who are...

Mastering the Talent Symphony: Dodging the 'Wrong Hire' Crisis

AJ Cheponis

Aug 3, 20232 min read

Mastering the Talent Symphony: Dodging the 'Wrong Hire' Crisis

A staggering 59% of your workforce, your rock band, might be 'quiet quitting'. Worse still, 18% are openly discontented, and over half are..

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.

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

AJ Cheponis

Jul 13, 20233 min read

5 Tactics to Mitigate Employee Turnover

you have significant control over many elements that influence retention.

Mastering the Art of Candidate Selection: A Guide to Talent Optimization

AJ Cheponis

Jul 11, 20232 min read

Mastering the Art of Candidate Selection: A Guide to Talent Optimization

A data-driven approach to candidate selection, you can reduce turnover, increase employee engagement, and ultimately drive business growth.

What is The Predictive Index and how does it work?

AJ Cheponis

Jun 29, 20233 min read

What is The Predictive Index and how does it work?

PI assessments can help leaders make more informed and objective business decisions.

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.

Talent Optimization: The Key to Startup Success and Attracting Investors

AJ Cheponis

Jun 15, 20233 min read

Talent Optimization: The Key to Startup Success and Attracting Investors

Talent optimization strategies can help startups create a positive work environment that fosters employee engagement, leading to better...

Stop Losing Money: 5 Retention Strategies to Keep Your Best Employees

AJ Cheponis

May 23, 20232 min read

Stop Losing Money: 5 Retention Strategies to Keep Your Best Employees

The typical cost of turnover for positions earning less than $30,000 annually is 16% of an employee's annual salary.

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.

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.

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.

Transform Your Organization with These 5 Proven Tips for Shaping its Culture

AJ Cheponis

Feb 21, 20232 min read

Transform Your Organization with These 5 Proven Tips for Shaping its Culture

A strong and intentional culture, communicated effectively, is the secret sauce that sets successful companies apart.

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.

Employee development: Why it pays to invest in your people

AJ Cheponis

Dec 21, 20223 min read

Employee development: Why it pays to invest in your people

Investing in the professional development of your team members can result in a wide range of advantages.

Controlling Your Turnover Rate: Learning the Art of Accommodation

AJ Cheponis

Nov 30, 20222 min read

Controlling Your Turnover Rate: Learning the Art of Accommodation

A little accommodation goes a long way toward stemming the flow of quality workers from bleeding out your doors.

AJ Cheponis

Nov 16, 20224 min read

Streamline Your Hiring Process

Companies are scared of making bad hires, as a result, they have designed bloated bureaucratic hiring processes. Learn how to solve it.

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.

Seven Key Questions Every Leader Must Ask Before Letting Someone Go

AJ Cheponis

Nov 3, 20223 min read

Seven Key Questions Every Leader Must Ask Before Letting Someone Go

The more trust they have in you as a leader, the more they'll trust you to do the right thing when things go wrong.