March marks the start of spring. It’s also jam-packed with basketball thanks to the NCAA Men and Women’s Division-I Basketball Tournament featuring dozens of college basketball teams competing for top bragging rights. While it’s a fun time of year for sports fans, some businesses are concerned that employees will be distracted by their game brackets […]
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Leadership Lessons from College Coaches
This week, 64 college basketball teams from across North America will begin competing with a single goal in mind—to reach the panicle of college sports and raise the 2023 NCAA Tournament Championship trophy. While blue blood, behemoths like Kansas and Houston have their eyes set on claiming what each one-seed sees as their destiny, smaller […]
Making the Most of Your Skills as a Leader: Communication
Every leader has specific traits and characteristics that help build a cohesive set of skills needed to successfully manage a team. And while no two leaders are alike, they do possess similar qualities that, when utilized effectively, help their employees flourish in their roles. From strong communication to empowering others to effective conflict management, each […]
Top Qualities to Look for When Hiring for Office Services Positions
Office Services positions are the backbone of businesses across North America. From administrative and customer service to office managers and bookkeepers, having talented professionals in these important positions is imperative to maintaining productivity, ensuring continued success, and creating a well-rounded environment for all your staff members. And while there has been a push for AI […]
The Great Divide: Utilize This Resource to Close the Hiring Gap
Everyone—employers, employees, policymakers, nonprofit leaders, and educators—plays a role in addressing issues caused by barriers in today’s modern job market. It’s not just individuals’ livelihoods that are at stake. It’s the strength of the overall economy. (more…)
Helping First-Generation Professionals Succeed in the Workplace
With a diverse workforce comprised of several different generations, ethnicities, and skills, just to name a few characteristics, it’s important to create an inclusive environment for all, including first-generation college students who go on to become first-generation professionals (FGPs). According to the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Office of Civil Rights, FGPs are “those who are […]
Bear Bryant on Quitting
Fall is in the air, and for many, that means college football is well under way. From tailgating with friends and family to cheering on your alma mater, North America enjoys one of its favorite pastimes during this season. And while it may simply be entertainment for some, leaders can find inspiration and advice on […]
Working for a Small vs. Large Company
Does the size of a company matter to you when deciding where you want to work? Deciding on working for a large or small company could depend on many factors, including the number of employees or how profitable the company is. (more…)
Improving Your Culture of Service
Regardless of the industry, service should be the foundation of every organization. How you interact with your customers, clients, and other businesses defines who you are and what your company stands for. This truth isn’t merely relegated to the service industry. And for successful organizations, service doesn’t stop at the point of sale or business […]
Leading a Team During Organizational Change
One of the most difficult times a leader faces during the course of a career is dealing with change within an organization. From company mergers and account closings to employment shifts and adopting hybrid workforce solutions, leading a team through the uncertainty of change and company transformation can be challenging. However, leaders can expect at […]