My definition of employee engagement:  Discretionary effort that you don't have to threaten someone to get.  . Having managers that can have a two-way conversation is a good follow up to that. Threatening or even asking means the resulting effort is not discretionary - funny how that works. Hiring the right people is a start. MORE >>

If so, then you will definitely want to prepare yourself for job interviews with potential employers. NY Ad Guy: Some of this just makes me want to say, "Grow up!". Aug, 2010 posted by Bill in Employment News , Interviewing Are you currently in the process of trying to find a new job? ’ ‘What are your weaknesses?’ MORE >>

Following up an interview/meeting. When your interview or meeting is over, follow-up is important. But how you follow-up will make the difference between a potential next interview and being offered the job, or for a business owner, whether you’ll be forging a business relationship. Integrity? Or character? MORE >>

I’m not addressing follow up yet but I do promise that will be next.  So I want to address that before we move on to the follow up to make sure your extra-super-well equipped to make an excellent impression at events and functions (since your follow ups will yield a less than desirable response if you’re not). MORE >>

Who have you called, who do you need to follow-up with, what jobs have you applied for and a thousand other things to organized. “ Unless commitment is made, there are only promises and hopes; but no plans. ” – Peter F. Drucker. Not to disappoint, but my guide is not so bold or interesting. First and foremost, you are not alone. MORE >>