Keeping External Distractions Out of the Workplace
“Different ideas are not a bad thing. Where they become a bad thing is when people either avoid them or they deal with them in a way that is not very constructive.” A pressing issue faced by many organizations is how to prevent external events and distractions from infiltrating the workplace. From hockey matches to […]
One Year of World at Work
“This is a great exercise for many reasons, not the least of which is that, people get to learn. Actually, it has also made me, better at what I do.” It’s incredible how time flies when you’re busy creating valuable content and engaging with listeners. Podcasting has allowed me to offer value beyond my business while also making me better at what I do. The […]
Building a Culture as a New Company
“Once I knew what the mission and vision were, and how to execute the work, it became a little bit easier to figure out how to welcome people in as employees.” Strong company cultures do not happen by accident. They require deliberate actions and decisions. Jamey Stegmaier, founder of Stonemaier Games knows this firsthand. Using […]
How to Write an Effective Job Posting
“You should never blindly put out the same post that you had last time. Because when you do that, you’re going be hiring for yesterday, not hiring for tomorrow.” Too many organizations create job postings that lack the impact they should have. When you know how to write an effective job posting, you will attract […]
Manage Like a Mother
“If you look around your organization and you all look the same, you’re missing out. You are missing out a whole bunch of other tools and talents and skills.” – Valerie Cockerell It is not often you hear people talk about the similarites between eadership and motherhood. Until now. Valerie Cockerell brings her wealth of […]
3 Things I Wish I Knew About Making a Career Change
“You’re better off being decisive and making it happen than you are prolonging things even further.” Have you ever found yourself at a crossroads in your career, knowing deep down that it’s time for a change? Recently Katie and I have a conversation diving into our experiences with career shifts, knowing many are held back […]
How to Decide Who to Interview
When the applicant tracking system chooses a person for you, it’s almost like a suggestion. You still have to be the one that makes the conscious decision to choose who you interview. – Tim Dyck The first time I had to sift through a pile of resumes without the aid of an Applicant Tracking System […]
Ways to Showcase Unique Employment History
Don’t let a career break define you. Highlight the incredible work you did as a stay at home parent or caregiver, because that’s just as important and valuable. – Tim Dyck Employment gaps happen and they are nothing to be ashamed of. There is no reason to hide your employment gap on your resume. Embrace […]
Creative Ways to Address a Career Gap
Your colors and graphic design mean that three to five seconds are spent admiring your colors and graphic design, instead of focusing on how you can help the employer. Spend those precious seconds sharing with people how you can help them. – Tim Dyck Many creatives feel a need to inject creativity into their resume […]
Three Things Every Hiring Manager Should Know
“Attitude trumps experience every time. Someone who is eager to learn and willing to do what it takes will always outperform someone who relies solely on their past experience.” – Tim Dyck When I think back to the time I first started hiring, I was overwhelmed with the number of applications I'd collect. I definitely […]