Posts by Chris Gardner
Why Your Team Plays an Important Hiring Position
Former Chicago Bulls Coach Phil Jackson once said, “The strength of the team is each individual member. The strength of each member is the team.” Team cohesion is crucial to business. But when it comes to hiring, many aspects of the process are individual. A list of skills on a resume, a one-on-one interview, a…
Read MoreHere’s Why Interesting People Get Hired
When choosing between two qualified candidates, it may come down to who is most interesting. Interesting candidates exude confidence and make memorable impressions on hiring managers. When asked “tell me something interesting about yourself,” it pays to prepare and practice a targeted answer. In the absence of a something specific, you lose an opportunity to…
Read MoreIs a Fear of Failure Sabotaging Your Career?
“The greatest mistake you can make in life is to be continually fearing you will make one,” says writer Elbert Hubbard. Yet so many of us live with a stymying fear of failure. This fear, called atychiphobia, straps us in our seats, holds our tongues, and keeps us in our comfort zones. What exactly is…
Read MoreManagers: Use Social Media Techniques to Make Feedback more Relevant
Social media. The vast majority of us use it on a regular basis. In fact, 69% of adults and 81% of teens use social media, according to the Pew Research Center. We use social media because it gives us something. We get a feeling of belonging when thirty people love the beach photo we post…
Read MoreHiring the “It” Factor Candidate
When it comes down to two equally-qualified candidates for one position, it comes down to the “it” factor. “It” is not seen on a resume, but “it” is nothing and everything in hiring. What exactly is the “it” factor? If you are a job seeker, how can you develop more of “it”? If you are hiring,…
Read MoreIs Your Business Ready for the Alpha Generation?
Look outside: the kids you see kicking the ball on the playground today will soon be kickin’ it in the workforce tomorrow. They are the Alpha Generation, the first generation born entirely in the 21st century (2010-2024), and this year the oldest among them enter middle school. In the years to come, they will join…
Read MoreThe Skill of Receiving Feedback
A young, eager employee sits for his first performance review. He beams as his manager lists off accomplishments. Lingering on every word, he soaks in the praise until… an inevitable pause. The manager shuffles in his seat. Avoiding direct eye contact, he starts to read “suggestions for improvement.” The employee scribbles notes, shoulders tightening, his…
Read More3 Ways to Tailor Feedback for Optimal Performance
When giving feedback on job performance, one size does not fit all. Some employees may shrivel at suggestions, while others may thrive on direct and honest critique. How feedback is delivered plays a significant role in the manager-employee relationship. So much so that Indeed lists “seeking a better management relationship” as one of the top…
Read MoreIn Global Labor Shortage, Be Willing to Train
You want a candidate with hard skills who checks all the boxes. You need them hired yesterday. You don’t have time to train someone. Many companies are starting to realize that in a global labor shortage, they need to be willing to train. At Artemis Consultants, we get it. But in today’s global labor shortage,…
Read MorePsychologically Safe Workplaces Empower Employees
When we think of safety today, images of hand sanitizer, masks, and plexiglass dividers come to mind. Physical safety is a top priority for employers everywhere. But, what about psychological safety? Employees who do not feel psychologically safe may fear negative reactions from their boss and feel uncomfortable sharing ideas. Others live in a state…
Read MoreStrategies for Adjusting to Your New Job
First of all, congratulations on the new job! You’ve made it through rounds of interviews and managed to land a position dozens of other people may have applied for. However, landing a job is just the first step in a successful career. Here are a few strategies for adjusting to your new job and help…
Read MoreWhat Happens to Employees When Company Culture Changes
A moment in time. If you really think about hiring, it comes down to a specific moment. What skills are needed for the company right now? Who has the qualities to lead this group of people? Whose personality will fit in to this company culture? A candidate is chosen. All is well at the company. …
Read MoreWays to Uncover Company Culture BEFORE Accepting a Job
Company culture is a million little things. It’s work-life balance, happy hours, and team dynamics. It’s unspoken things that matter like being heard, recognized, and able to share new ideas. For job seekers, a culture match is near the top of “must-haves.” In interviews, candidates try to decipher culture but always wonder what it’s really…
Read MoreForget Burnout, Are You “Bored Out”?
Cold calls, data entry, and zooming for the sake of zooming—does your workday feel like Groundhog Day? Does your 2pm sigh echo off nearby cubicles? Do you struggle to find coffee powerful enough to keep you awake all day? If yes, you may be experiencing job “boreout.” Just like burnout, boreout is a real phenomenon…
Read MoreWhy Now is the Time to Ask for a Raise
Now may be the perfect time to ask for a raise. After the “Great Resignation,” the labor market is tight, and companies are recognizing the importance of rewarding employees who kept them afloat during the pandemic. In fact, companies are setting aside an average of 3.9% of total payroll for wage increases in 2022, according…
Read MoreHow to Move Your Career Forward by Thinking Backwards
When we think of growth, we think of forward movement. We think “get bigger,” “push ahead,” or “move up.” But what if the best way to move a career forward is to think backwards? It’s called backwards design, and it’s a learning theory used in education and training. Instructors determine learning outcomes first before choosing…
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