SRA Update

31 08, 2016

Interviews: Traditional or Transparent?

By |2016-08-31T17:18:41-04:00August 31st, 2016|

It is commonly known that all individuals should put their best foot forward throughout the interviewing process – both applicants and hiring managers alike. Offices are tidied up, everyone is polite with introductory small talk, and professional game faces are on. "My greatest weaknesses? I work too hard. I [...]

4 01, 2016

Extreme Home Makeover: Workplace Edition

By |2016-01-04T19:26:03-05:00January 4th, 2016|

For nearly a decade, Extreme Home Makeover reigned supreme on Sunday night television. In less than seven days, the crew is tasked with rebuilding an entire house - every single room, plus the exterior and landscaping. Residents, neighbors, and viewers watch with joy and perhaps a twinge of jealousy; [...]

2 11, 2015

Turning the Grind into the Goal

By |2015-11-03T13:07:34-05:00November 2nd, 2015|

A world-renowned athletic coach was asked once what the difference was between the best athletes and everyone else. In other words, what do really successful people do that most people don’t? Of course, there were the typical responses of genetics, luck, and talent. But there’s an added element that [...]

31 08, 2015

Letting Go

By |2015-08-31T22:54:16-04:00August 31st, 2015|

Think about your personal path to achieving the professional success you have experienced thus far. What attributes or characteristics are you most proud of that got you here? What abilities do you have that allowed you to separate from your peers over the years? Second question: Is there a [...]

30 06, 2015

Who, What, Where, When, How…But Why?

By |2015-08-03T16:51:49-04:00June 30th, 2015|

There are two simple words that have the power to completely change one’s approach to work and life forever. These words have the potential to evoke fulfillment, enhance productivity, and create daily peace of mind. You may have found yourself saying some of these already today: I have to [...]

30 04, 2015

Establishing Mutual Commitments

By |2015-06-04T23:20:39-04:00April 30th, 2015|

According to a recent report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were 2.8 million individuals who voluntarily quit their jobs in January 2015. This is a 17% increase from January 2014, proving that opportunities for employees are abundant and we have shifted back to a candidate-driven marketplace. [...]

26 02, 2015

Entrepreneur or Wantrepreneur?

By |2015-06-04T23:19:35-04:00February 26th, 2015|

Being an entrepreneur, or having entrepreneurial abilities, is an admired trait in our society. If you asked a candidate in an interview if they view themselves as entrepreneurs, the socially acceptable answer is a resounding “absolutely.” If you asked individuals on your current team or in your department if they [...]

30 12, 2014

Topgrading

By |2014-12-30T20:22:47-05:00December 30th, 2014|

The beginning of the year represents a timely opportunity for employee reviews and providing feedback regarding performance and development. This is a cherished time for most leaders; it is the chance to reflect on the milestones achieved in the past year and the creation of new objectives for the [...]

27 02, 2014

Are We Addicted To Stress?

By |2014-03-03T13:50:58-05:00February 27th, 2014|

For many, pending deadlines and packed schedules are not overwhelming, but instead can be a driving force that pushes them toward greater productivity. We have processes to streamline, goals to achieve, promotions to earn, debt to eliminate, exercise regimes to master, dreams to chase, and people to help and [...]

31 12, 2013

The Millennial Challenge

By |2014-01-30T18:06:38-05:00December 31st, 2013|

By the year 2030, Millennials, also known as Gen Y (those born in the 80’s and 90’s) will make up 75% of the workforce.  The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that by 2015, this hyper-connected and tech-savvy demographic will come close to overtaking the majority representation of the workplace. [...]

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