Category: Talent Management

Growth, Market Share, and Your People

Growth, Market Share, and Your People

Years ago, we predicted that for all but the biggest players in the Private Equity Sector, growth through the recession would be all about market share.  We said, if the…

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The Art of Succession Planning and Bench Strength

The Art of Succession Planning and Bench Strength

Ask a CEO if they have good succession planning and bench strength, and many would unfortunately roll their eyes and think themselves lucky if they have all key positions filled,…

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How to Be a Great Mentor

How to Be a Great Mentor

If you are in business leadership, chances are you have already been called upon to be a mentor, and if not, you likely will be at some point. Being a…

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The Dangers of Cronyism in Hiring

The Dangers of Cronyism in Hiring

Cronyism: The appointment of friends and associates to positions of authority, without proper regard to their qualifications. Many employers use networking to find prospective candidates, especially for executive roles.  They…

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Don’t Call Me an Applicant!

Don’t Call Me an Applicant!

To employers, an active job seeker is sometimes considered to be an “Applicant.”  Applicants can be contrasted with passive candidates- those people who have been recruited for a job, but weren’t necessarily looking.…

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Is There a Skill Gap In Management?

Is There a Skill Gap In Management?

Controversy has sprung up in recent articles and books about whether a skills gap really exists in US business. But HR experts like Peter Cappelli and Paul Krugman have said it…

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Ego or Leadership?

Ego or Leadership?

Sigmund Freud popularized the concept of “ego” as one of three components of our personality structure (along with id and superego).  Ego is generally thought of as the “manager” part of our…

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How to be a Great Employer

How to be a Great Employer

If you are in leadership, and you read an article listing the top employers in your area, or in your business sector, how do you feel?  Do you say to…

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Thinking Out Loud- Creative or Damaging?

Thinking Out Loud- Creative or Damaging?

Thinking Out Loud [TOL]  – we’ve all done it – just saying to others whatever we are thinking – raw, unfiltered, unpolished, spontaneous, creative, original ideas.  At its best, the…

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Employee Upskilling: Why Is It Crucial for Your Company’s Future?
Employee Upskilling: Why Is It Crucial for Your Company’s Future?

Employee Upskilling: Why Is It Crucial for Your Company’s Future?

Upskilling is a strategic imperative for any forward-thinking organization. Particularly in niche industries such as aerospace, defense, and private equity, where the rapid pace of technological and regulatory changes demands…...

The Role of Soft Skills in Modern Hiring Processes
The Role of Soft Skills in Modern Hiring Processes

The Role of Soft Skills in Modern Hiring Processes

In today's dynamic job market, particularly within Aerospace, Defense, Space, and Industrial sectors, the emphasis on soft skills has never been more pronounced. These skills, encompassing everything from communication to…...

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