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12-Step Leadership

Cycle through the 12 Steps for Effective Leadership, each time with greater nuance, on a higher level. By Robert Pater Nov 01, 2011 You’ve likely heard about 12-step programs to combat a range of addictive behaviors. These interventions have helped millions, including several people I know whose lives have turned around with their support. Similarly, there [...]

The Generous will Feel Abundance

I don’t know what it is that makes it work, but giving begets receiving. There are times when it feels the deck is stacked against your forward progress, that others are getting a better deal, and that you’re somehow always falling behind. I’m in one of those situations now. Outward appearances aren’t always what they [...]

It’s Not What The Candidate Has Done

“Let me see your list of questions,” I asked. I could tell by the quick look that Claire didn’t have a list. “I don’t have them written, just in my head, but I could probably write the questions down for … Continue reading

7 Simple Tips That Will Turn You Into a Powerful Leader

You don’t have to be in a position of authority to be a leader. Conversely, just because you have authority doesn’t mean that people will follow you. You must be a leader to get others to follow you.There are many books on leadership. They can have lot…

9 Famous Quotes That Will Supercharge Your Day

In this article, I’ve gathered 9 famous quotes that will not only supercharge your day and make you wise, but also inspire you to go after your wildest dreams and aspirations.

The truth of the matter is that you can become and have anything you want in this world

First 30 Seconds of the Interview

From the Ask Tom mailbag: Question: I am the HR Director for a large company. Part of my role, is assisting managers in the hiring process. Very frustrating. Most times, these guys will make a hiring decision in the first … Continue reading

How to Become Wildly Successful at Anything

“We are made to persist. That’s how we find out who we are.” — Tobias Wolff, WriterThe interesting thing about success is that anyone can do it. If you simply do what successful people do, you are inevitably going to be successful. Right? Well, ok, …

Hiring Talent – New Online Program

Pre-registration is now open for our new program – Hiring Talent. Most of my conversations the past few weeks have been about recruiting. Business volume is picking up (slowly). There is movement in the candidate pool. Most companies are totally … Continue reading

How to Identify the Needs that Motivate Others

We are all motivated by unique desires, expectations, and interests, but there are still overarching tendencies and values people possess that impact their motivation.So, when it comes to motivating others, tapping into what they need and how they want…

Motivation Issues and Management Issues

Wes was turning inward, thinking about his role. “I never really thought about the people system that I’m responsible for. I always thought of recruiting as a necessary evil. We never plan for it. Conducting interviews is always inconvenient. I … Continue reading