AJ Cheponis
The Key to a Bright Future: Career Pathing for Employee Growth and Business Success
The lack of adequate career pathing is one of the top 10 drivers of turnover intent.
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AJ Cheponis
- 5 days ago
- 2 min
Technology Can’t Solve the Problem of Poor Management
While technology has transformed the way we work, it cannot solve the problem of poor management.
AJ Cheponis
- May 23
- 2 min
Stop Losing Money: 5 Retention Strategies to Keep Your Best Employees
The typical cost of turnover for positions earning less than $30,000 annually is 16% of an employee's annual salary.
AJ Cheponis
- May 18
- 4 min
How Talent Optimization Can Drive Employee Engagement
Studies have shown that companies with highly engaged employees outperform their peers in areas such as revenue growth, profitability...
AJ Cheponis
- May 16
- 3 min
How to Align Your Executive Team on Strategic Objectives
The emotional cost of tension within executive teams can result in goals being sabotaged by leaders who work against strategic objectives.
AJ Cheponis
- May 11
- 2 min
Beyond the Paycheck: The Importance of Purpose in the Workplace
Peter Drucker argued that for innovation to sustain itself, we need a sense that what we are doing really matters.
AJ Cheponis
- May 9
- 2 min
How to Build a Successful Team: Key Factors for Hiring and Development
Building a successful team requires a thoughtful approach to both hiring and development.
AJ Cheponis
- May 4
- 7 min
Understanding Your Predictive Index Score
Understanding your Predictive Index scores can increase objectivity and help you gather data you wouldn’t glean from a typical interview.
AJ Cheponis
- May 2
- 3 min
More Than Just Words: Why Small Business Values Matter and How to Create Them
Articulating your company's values is essential for long-term success, and can help provide direction, focus, and clarity to your employees,
AJ Cheponis
- Apr 27
- 3 min
Overcoming Confirmation Bias: 3 Actionable Strategies for Better Team Performance
Confirmation bias is a natural tendency that can negatively impact team performance, hurt morale, and limit innovation.
AJ Cheponis
- Apr 25
- 2 min
Are you still living by the Golden Rule?
As a leader, you must understand what drives and motivates each of your team members and adjust your approach accordingly.
AJ Cheponis
- Apr 20
- 3 min
Why Corporate Values Matter and How to Revisit and Update Them
Corporate values are the guiding principles and beliefs that determine how a company conducts business, interacts with stakeholders, and...
AJ Cheponis
- Apr 18
- 3 min
Beyond the Norm: How Exponential Organizations Challenge the Status Quo to Achieve Strategic Success
Companies should try out new techniques on a smaller scale before implementing them on a larger scale.
AJ Cheponis
- Apr 13
- 3 min
The Importance of Hiring the Right Person: A Tale of Talent Optimization
But it's not just about hiring the right person; it's also about keeping employees engaged and motivated.
AJ Cheponis
- Apr 11
- 2 min
Unlock the Power of People Data: 3 Ways to Transform Your Workplace
You have a treasure trove of people data at your fingertips. It's time to put it to good use.
AJ Cheponis
- Apr 6
- 4 min
The Hidden Influencers: How Cognitive Biases Impact Your Business Decisions
At its core, cognitive bias refers to a systematic error in thinking or decision-making that can lead to incorrect judgments or decisions.
AJ Cheponis
- Apr 4
- 3 min
The Secret to Smarter, Faster Team Decisions: Trust and Behavioral Awareness
Teams that consistently make good decisions share three common traits.
AJ Cheponis
- Mar 30
- 3 min
Elevate Your Sales Game: The Importance of Pre and Post-Meeting Questions for Success
asking the right questions before and after a client meeting is essential for sales teams to achieve their objectives
AJ Cheponis
- Mar 28
- 2 min
Say Goodbye to Ineffective Performance Reviews with These Expert Tips
Performance appraisals are a vital aspect of managing a team, yet they're often viewed as demotivating and time-consuming.
AJ Cheponis
- Mar 23
- 3 min
Attracting Top Talent in 2023: Tips for a Successful Hiring Approach
But fear not – there are several strategies you can use to create a talent strategy that attracts the best and brightest in your industry.
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