Posts by Robin
Do you know where you’ll be going in 2017?
As 2017 looms just ahead, it’s the perfect time to undertake some planning activities. As Yogi Berra once said, “If you don’t know where you are going, you’ll end up someplace else.” Do you know where you’ll be going next year? In late January of this year, I wrote of my new year’s aspirations for 2016.…
Read MoreNovember 2016 Round Robin
In this month’s Q&A session, Robin addresses the challenges of addressing conflict, especially in light of what we’ve seen through the presidential election. There are additional questions asked about hiring and individual development plans for employees. https://youtu.be/AFRNlxHyc2k
Read MoreHow to deal with a manager (or president) that you can’t stand
There are times in our lives when we are faced with dealing with someone or something that we don’t like. Sometimes that is a co-worker or manager, and this week, half of the country is faced with a president-elect that they can’t stand. I fell asleep on the sofa Tuesday night around 11:00 and as…
Read MoreWhat Makes A Good Assessment?
The Department of Labor defines a good assessment as one that is reliable and valid. In this video, Robin explains reliability and validity so you can be sure to identify a good assessment for your talent management decisions.
Read MoreMake Feedback Your Friend!
Managers who make a habit of soliciting formal feedback can learn valuable information, helping them work with employees more successfully and preventing problems before they happen on projects. Learn the many benefits to receiving formal feedback and the advantages over informal feedback.
Read MoreOctober 2016 Round Robin
This live Q&A session covered the topics of effective communication, getting a team to be responsible and accountable to the rest of the organization, giving feedback, and whether to hire someone who may not fit into the existing culture. https://youtu.be/caCpeLUG6o4 For audio only:
Read MoreOnline learning options ideal for small businesses
This article was originally published in the October issue of the Business Journal (page 25). It’s a vibrant publication, check it out! Improve training retention and effectiveness at lower cost Need to fix that broken shaft on your lawn mower? Or assemble a photography studio light that was shipped with sparse instructions? No worries; a quick scan…
Read MoreDog’s birthday party provides opportunity to celebrate in creative way
How can a dog help non-profits? Why, with a birthday party, of course! In October, I’m hosting a birthday party for my dog, Grace. The gathering has a twist, which is to help non-profits gain exposure to new audiences, receive new donations, and have the opportunity to win a facilitated leadership workshop. This month-long virtual event is designed…
Read More15 Life Lessons Learned from 15 Years of Business Development
From Ground Zero to Graceful Leadership: What I have learned as Founder of PeopleSense Consulting September 2016 marks the 15th anniversary of PeopleSense Consulting. My first day “on the job” was September 10, 2001. I sat in the small bedroom sparsely outfitted as my home office, filled with excitement and promise for my new start.…
Read MoreThe Best Interview Questions May Come from Your Candidates!
All hiring managers want to learn the best questions to ask during an interview. But you might be surprised to know that you can determine a lot about the individual’s fit to the job by listening to the quality and type of questions that they ask of you!
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