Why Leaders Need to Believe in Training

For most organizations, training can be an expensive endeavor to undertake in both time and money. Many leaders will see the cost but not necessarily the benefits. Cost is directly associated to the bottom line, but it is difficult to know just how much of a benefit the training has provided. In some cases, it takes time to see the beneficial impact training has on an organization. Leaders who struggle to see training as a good idea should consider the following. …continue »

You Received a Promotion, Now What?

Everyone gets excited when they receive a promotion at work. It is a validation of their contributions, a vote of confidence to take on more responsibililty, and an increase in pay. So after the good news is delivered to you, what is next? It depends on the position to which you are being elevated and on the process the organization will go through to get you to your next assignment. In most cases, there will be aspects of the new role with which you are not familiar. Acknowledge with humility that you have an opportunity to learn new skills and consider the following: …continue »

Are There Enough Quality Employees to go Around?

Even though the economy is still in a recovery, some leaders are asking themselves, “What happens if I don’t give in to the demands of the candidate to whom I have offered a position?” Qualified candidates seeking a new position do have some leverage based on their skill set. However, they should not hold you hostage when it comes to negotiating a job offer. At the time, it may seem as though they are the only candidate for the job, but they are not. Listed below are some strategies to consider when negotiating with a potential new employee …continue »