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Reasons for leaving – wonderful little pearls of insight at the end of each role
“Can you tell me what made you leave your previous employer?” This is an interesting question to ask a potential candidate, as their response can provide immediate insight into the type of employee they are, their passions and what drives them. The thing about leaving...
Pay transparency in professional services – a worthy change
The recent announcement by professional services firm PwC about releasing projected pay ranges for staff has reignited the argument for pay transparency being introduced across the board in the private sector. PwC is not alone in taking this step. Earlier this year,...
Key issues to consider when interviewing supply chain candidates
Logistics and supply chain positions play a pivotal role in the manufacturing space, and in a tight employment market, finding the right candidate can have a huge impact on the overall success and productivity of your operation. Supply chain has arguably taken one of...
Intuition
There is a scene in one of my favourite movies, Hunt for the Wilderpeople, where a main character talks about a conclusion they have come to based on a feeling they have, saying they just know – “it’s the knack”. This “knack” he is referring to, or this “gut feeling”...
Be curious, ask questions and show creativity
Curiosity has long been deemed a leadership skill. In fact, at Carroll Consulting, curiosity is a key attribute we seek to uncover through our CDI-PRO leadership assessment process. But more and more, team leaders and managers are looking beyond just their leadership...
Is “a big, happy family” really the best way to describe your workplace – or is it something that makes candidates steer clear?
Have you ever sat in an interview where your prospective employer has said “we are all one big happy family here!”? Does this statement inspire you, or fill you with dread? Is this something you look for in an organisation, or would it automatically rule them out as a...
Guest Blog – The key ingredient for success for the small to medium enterprise by Stephen Ross
Stephen Ross shares his key observations developed over 20 years… Having worked with small to medium enterprises (SME) as a consultant for almost 20 years, I have developed great insight into what drives their owners, and what makes their businesses most successful....
With the employment market tighter than ever before, how do you find good people?
The short answer: Know who you’re looking for, their current working conditions and what they want so you can make them an offer they can’t refuse. As with the past few months, the challenge to source quality candidates continues. Although job advertisements are at...
Common goals for a better customer experience – a supply chain perspective.
Many business-to-business buying decisions are influenced by the sales process experience and less influenced by price. Supply chain can be integral to creating a positive customer experience. Metrics such as on-time delivery and quality can have an impact on...
To thine own self be true
We often have a guest at my monthly CEO Institute syndicate meeting. There has been an interesting array of speakers talking about their challenges and achievements, with guests providing unique insights into how they have handled situations. Often what they discuss...
A valued and engaged workforce is key to tackling the Great Resignation
With the Great Resignation currently being a hot topic, there has never been a more important time to create a highly engaged and empowered workplace – and a culture that truly embraces your employees’ desire to achieve success in their roles and balance in their home...
Salary observations in the legal sector
The COVID pandemic has surprised us all in many ways. Lockdowns, social distancing, mask wearing and working from home arrangements are now permanently inserted into our way of life. There is no denying the devastating impact lockdowns have had on small businesses and...