24 Jun, 2022 | Attributes, Process, Recruitment, Services
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”... 
17 May, 2022 | Attributes, Culture, Recruitment
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... 
26 Nov, 2021 | Attributes, Culture, Recruitment
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... 
1 Oct, 2021 | Attributes, Capability, Culture
Winning Teams – The Eight Characteristics of High Performing Teams by Tim Baker Book review by Ian Hamilton The Eight Characteristics of High Performing Teams In our last newsletter I promised I would review Dr Tim Baker’s recently released ninth book, ‘Winning Teams:... 
7 Sep, 2021 | Attributes, Culture, Strategy
A client and I were recently discussing the difference between “Culture-Fit” and “Culture-Add” when it comes to bringing new talent into a business. Culture-fit is sometimes described as a poor cousin to culture-add. I’ve even heard it suggested that a culture-add... 
24 Aug, 2021 | Attributes, Culture, Recruitment, Strategy
‘I need someone in their late 20’s or 30’s with 40 years’ experience and wants the salary of a graduate’. It’s always interesting coming into a recruitment exercise when the employer has a very clear idea of what they are looking for in their desired candidate.... 