AJ Cheponis
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.
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AJ Cheponis
Aug 8, 20234 min read
Mastering Collaboration: 5 Qualities of a Great Team Player
we believe that the key to talent optimization is developing and leveraging your team’s collective strengths.
AJ Cheponis
Jul 25, 20237 min read
Don't Guess, Measure: The Benefits of Tracking Talent Acquisition Metrics for Your Business
How can you ensure that your recruiting efforts are sustainable and cost-effective in the long run?
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.
AJ Cheponis
Jul 5, 20233 min read
The Future of Work: How Intent-Driven Team Design is Shaping the Workplace of Tomorrow
Talent optimization, which is a framework that helps organizations align their business strategy with their people strategy.
AJ Cheponis
Jun 22, 20236 min read
Harnessing Introverts and Extroverts: The Power in Company Meetings
The belief that only active participants are necessary in meetings overlooks the unique strengths of introverts and fails to harness their..
AJ Cheponis
Jun 13, 20233 min read
Beyond Foosball Tables: The Real Sources of Employee Motivation
Creating an ideal working environment takes time and effort.
AJ Cheponis
Jun 6, 20233 min read
The Top 5 Hiring Blind Spots Every Manager Needs to Know About
Hiring the right people is crucial for any organization's success, but sometimes, managers can make mistakes that have serious consequences.
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.
AJ Cheponis
May 9, 20232 min read
How to Build a Successful Team: Key Factors for Hiring and Development
Building a successful team requires a thoughtful approach to both hiring and development.
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.
AJ Cheponis
Apr 4, 20233 min read
The Secret to Smarter, Faster Team Decisions: Trust and Behavioral Awareness
Teams that consistently make good decisions share three common traits.
AJ Cheponis
Mar 16, 20233 min read
Achieving More with Less: The Power of Talent Optimization and the 4-Day Workweek
By focusing on talent optimization, businesses can find new ways to engage employees, improve productivity, and achieve greater success.
AJ Cheponis
Mar 7, 20232 min read
The Cost of Disagreement in Your Organization
The cost of misalignment on your organization's strategy can be high.
AJ Cheponis
Feb 9, 20233 min read
The Surprising Link Between Talent Optimization and the 2023 Super Bowl
The Eagles and the Chiefs happen to be PI clients—and subscribers to the discipline of talent optimization.
AJ Cheponis
Jan 4, 20234 min read
How to Develop Effective Career Paths So You Can Keep Your Best People
Before thinking about what you’re hiring for today, take a moment to meet with key stakeholders across the business to determine...
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.
AJ Cheponis
Dec 7, 20222 min read
Self-awareness: The key to leadership success
Self-awareness is a mandatory trait for successful leaders. Yet, fostering self-awareness isn’t easy for some people.
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 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.
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