April 2012

The Problem with Inclusion

April 26, 2012

There’s a problem or two with diversity and inclusion efforts. It’s just not the one(s) you probably think. Similar to the efforts to increase employee engagement – if you can just win the hearts and minds of employees they’ll be more productive, have less turnover, and engender greater customer satisfaction  - inclusion and diversity efforts in [...]

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[Life Back West] April 2012 – “Home Alone”

April 24, 2012

There is no place like home. And when you want a break, sometimes there is no place like home alone. Even with just my spouse, our engaging 9-year old son and one spunky canine pup at home, it can be a relief to have two out of the first three leave town so you have [...]

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Hiring Season: Can I Be Asked If I’m a Gamer?

April 18, 2012

Yes. No. Maybe? You can tell when the economy’s improved because there’s an uptick of interviews. More experienced managers revisit what they’ve done before that’s worked well when hiring and novice supervisors surface this season’s new crop of oddball, silly questions. “Can I be asked if I’m a gamer?” will likely be one of the [...]

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How to Say “No” – and Leave the Door Open for a Down-the-Road “Yes”

April 10, 2012

It happens all the time with work; the job offer, the investment opportunity, or the candidate you surfaced are great but the timing is wrong. So how do you say “no” and leave the door open to return? Here’s one thought on how to keep the door open rather than permanently shut when you reject someone. [...]

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