Recent articles on hiring, talent management and leadership: January 2012

Four questions to ask your recruiting partner

Stephanie Klein is a regular columnist in the Denver Business Journal; her latest column looks at how you should evaluate and ultimately choose a potential recruiting partner in your search for the best talent. >> See more

 

Getting real about corporate wellness

The holidays have come and gone, and many have made resolutions to be healthier in the New Year. How can you as a leader instill a culture of wellness among your employees (and thus experience decreased healthcare costs and more productivity)? Read on to find out. >> Check it out…

 

Durability: How to equip your company

A resilient company is one that will survive the test of time. It’s a business that can withstand the blows of a bad economy. How can you equip your company to weather obstacles and emerge better than ever?  >> Read on… 

 

The importance of influence

Being an effective leader today means not just leading, but influencing. How do you exercise influence over your team members? Do you inspire? Negotiate? Demand? Use this Harvard Business Review piece to determine your style, and then learn from it. >> Keep reading… 

 

Universal traits to keep in mind

Whether you’re looking for a sales person, a designer, an office manager, a freelance writer, or anything in between, there are some universal traits you should keep in mind – and keep and eye out for – when looking for potential candidates. >> See the list… 

 

From dysfunction to adaption

If you’ve been put in charge of a dysfunctional team, the thought of turning it around may seem impossible. Don’t throw your hands up yet; check out this piece from Forbes for solid steps you can take to turn a dysfunctional team into a smooth operation. >> Read more…