by Jonathan | Jul 12, 2021 | Communication, Core Values, Culture, Leadership
Every firm has a set of core values, whether explicit or implicit. When judged on core values, every firm occupies space on a spectrum. On the far left side of the spectrum are firms with core values that are unintentional, unwritten, and influence decision-making. On...
by Jonathan | Jul 6, 2021 | Communication, Core Values, Culture, Hiring, Leadership
Can you articulate your firm’s culture and core values? A recent survey showed that 66% of candidates consider culture and core values the most important factor when considering a new job. I have asked about these items in interviews. I have never heard a good...
by Jonathan | Jul 5, 2021 | Communication, Culture, Leadership, Relationships, Teams
Looking to build trust with a new team member quickly? Then move faster than you usually do to deepen the relationship. Deepening a work relationship doesn’t mean we become besties with each of our team members. This isn’t about building the type of...
by Jonathan | Jul 2, 2021 | Communication, Core Values, Culture, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership
Change, in any organization, requires a stump speech. In political campaigns, candidates will typically create a stump speech that they deliver at every campaign stop. It’s the exact same speech, but it’s for a different audience each time. They talk about...
by Jonathan | Jun 30, 2021 | Culture, Leadership, Work From Home
Apple wants you back in the office. JPMorganChase wants you back in the office. Amazon wants you back in the office. The key reasons companies like these are calling you back to the office: Innovation. Collaboration. Creativity. Innovation happens best in the...
by Jonathan | Jun 29, 2021 | Core Values, Culture, Hiring, Leadership
“What’s your culture like?” A 3-point response cheat sheet A/E/C professionals can use with prospective employees. 1. MISSION. Start with talking about the mission, not the mission statement. The difference? The mission is shorter, cleaner, and has...
