Undoubtedly your company’s interview process is set-up to assess the capabilities of candidates and determine whether or not individuals can perform essential job functions. Is it designed to assess cultural fit – does the job candidate’s behaviors, motivations and values match those of the organization? Assessing cultural fit in addition to whether the candidate fits the job description will not only ensure a happier workforce but also a more competitive and productive one.
Archive for May, 2009
Are You Recruiting for the Right Reasons?
Tuesday, May 26th, 2009
Navigating The Turbulent Waters of Change
Wednesday, May 20th, 2009It’s an indisputable fact that we are living in a time of unrelenting and seemingly ever accelerating change in nearly every aspect of our lives – how we work, how we communicate, social mores, technology, finances. The list goes on and on.
It’s also a fact that most of us do not really like change on any type of grand scale. Sure, a new car, new clothing, or a new home can be exciting. Of course, these are changes we choose to make. However, when we enter the realm of changes that are beyond our control – corporate mergers, reorganizations and downsizing – it’s a different matter.
How Would You Like to be Let Go?
Tuesday, May 12th, 2009Every day the media reports on companies experiencing more layoffs. What techniques and styles do you think these companies are using to deliver the unpleasant news? A couple of years ago Radio Shack was in the news for laying off employees over email. Not the best way to create loyalty and foster trust among remaining employees or the media.
So we have to ask – what is the best way to let someone go?