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Building Great Teams

The Value of Employee Skill Assessments

by Kristin Moreno on July 16, 2010

When used properly, employee skill assessments are extremely beneficial to businesses. According to Aberdeen Group’s “Talent Assessment Strategies” published in March 2010, companies that use assessments are generally more successful.

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Teaming Products to Create a Talent Assessment Program

by Megan Bullard on July 16, 2010

The majority of organizations use teams of employees to complete objectives. The idea behind the team construction is that different people with different strengths, weaknesses and viewpoints are more likely to successfully complete a task. If multiple elements contribute to an organizations success, why use that method only with teams of employees?
You know that one [...]

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Do Tiger’s Troubles Trump Mickelson’s Master Win?

by Megan Bullard on April 16, 2010

Phil Mickelson is now the proud owner of his third green jacket after winning the 2010 Masters. His win was exciting, amazing and even heart-warming. After Mickelson, the second-highest paid athlete in the world, won the tournament he greeted his cancer-stricken wife with open arms and a long embrace. It was like a scene from [...]

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Superstar Employees

by Megan Bullard on April 9, 2010

In these economic times, it can be difficult to retain superstars. Superstar employees are often valuable enough that they can afford to leave one organization for another. How do you keep superstars in your organization while maintaining morale and productivity?
Enlighten yourself with “How to Keep Your Star Performers in Trying Times,” by the Harvard Business [...]

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Help Wanted

by Megan Bullard on March 25, 2010

Profiles International has been featured in the January edition of American Executive Magazine. Eric Slack writes, “One challenge shared by every company on the planet, irrespective of industry, is making sure that the right people are in the right seats. It is a daunting task that many companies don’t get right, limiting their success. Founded [...]

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The Gift of Job Fit (Part 3)

by Megan Bullard on December 23, 2009

Companies also need to research if they are to find a truly original employee.
Originality is a third element to consider when giving gifts this holiday season, which might require some research on your part. Companies also need to research if they are to find a truly original employee. Balance is the key to creating effective [...]

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The Gift of Job Fit (Part 2)

by Megan Bullard on December 23, 2009

Assessments can help you understand the deepest levels of a person in order to put them in the best position.
When buying gifts, you should always consider the recipient’s tastes. Favorite colors, hobbies and interests add weight to the decision-making process. Companies can look at a person’s preferences and personality traits to determine if they would [...]

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The Gift of Job Fit (Part 1)

by Megan Bullard on December 23, 2009

No one likes packages full of underwear and socks for Christmas because holiday gifts are supposed to reflect the individual’s preferences and personality, not her shoe size.
Picking the perfect holiday gifts for family and friends can be stressful. With so many stores, sales and selections it can be difficult to narrow down your search. When [...]

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Not-so-Secret Santa

by Megan Bullard on December 21, 2009

In this clip from The Office, Michael is jealous that Phyllis has taken the role of Santa Claus at the Christmas party. In order to fill his need for attention and importance, Michael haphazardly decides to play the role of Jesus instead. Not only does he create tension and discomfort in the office, but he [...]

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Agree to Disagree, Find Diversity Before You Hire

by Megan Bullard on December 21, 2009

“Hiring someone who is opposed to your ideas is not the same as hiring someone who is opposed to you.”
Managers often forget that diversity is the key to success. It is typical for a manager to want to hire someone whose personality traits are similar to her own. But managers need to understand the difference [...]

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