Ropella 360
3.5 Types of People – And the Key to Success
Some people just seem to have “it” – that mysterious, intangible characteristic that lets you know that they will be successful no matter what they decide to do. From selling copiers fresh out of high school to invest in a health club as a young professional to being Chairman and CEO of the world’s leading […]
Workplace Personalities ACED
Assessments are unquestionably valuable, they can be costly and time-consuming. With a little practice and common sense, however, you can learn to recognize other people’s personality types quickly. Want to become more attuned to behavioral styles at work? We suggest you make sure you have ACED these four main personality types: Analyzers, Conversationalists, Energizers, and […]
Courting the Superstar Candidate
Relationship Building During the Interview Once you’ve laid the proper groundwork prior to your face-to-face meeting, your next focus is to keep the momentum going with a great interview. It’s a chance for you to sell the candidate on the company, the position, and the community (if it’s a relocation). But beware – the psychology […]
Hiring Smarter, Faster, Boosting the Odds
Is there anyone in the world who doesn’t hate the phrase “Because that’s how we’ve always done it”? In today’s rapidly evolving marketplace, driven by hard data and analytics, “because that’s how we’ve always done it” is no longer a good enough rationale. Corporations the world over have applied this new logic to their fundamental business processes […]
Workplace DNA: The Proper Profile
In scientific circles, DNA is short for deoxyribonucleic acid. It is the essential component of life, carrying the genetic information that dictates the organization and function of living cells. It is the blueprint that determines who we are. From physical and personality traits to criminal convictions, DNA is a powerful aspect of our lives. Every […]
Ready, Set, Jump! – An Employer’s Perspective
A Candidate’s Market According to the article “Ready, Set, Jump!: How to Profit From the Ultra-Tight Job Market Right Now,” published in the most recent edition of Fortune magazine, “About 6 million jobs are open at U.S. companies, near an all-time high.” Meanwhile, unemployment is near a record low, with Management occupations at 2% and […]