AJ Cheponis
Teacher Talent Optimization for Burnout Reduction: Strategies for Schools.
The pressing needs of students, faculty, and teachers may appear overwhelming, yet they can be effectively addressed.
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AJ Cheponis
- Nov 2
- 3 min
The Brutal Truth: Your Misaligned Hiring is Crippling Your Dreams
Every wrong hire isn't just a number on a balance sheet; it's a direct stab at your dream.
AJ Cheponis
- Oct 26
- 3 min
Every Business Challenge is a People Challenge
It’s not the machinery or algorithms that drive businesses but people with their aspirations, strengths, weaknesses, and passions.
AJ Cheponis
- Oct 4
- 2 min
The Crucial Intersection of Talent Optimization and Life-Saving Medical Procedures
Jean-Paul was a skeptic. But once he and his star performers underwent the PI Behavioral Assessment, the results spoke volumes.
AJ Cheponis
- Sep 21
- 3 min
The Alchemy of Leadership: Why the Golden Rule is Dead and What’s Taken its Place
Leadership is not for the weak-hearted; it’s an emotional, psychological, and strategic labyrinth.
AJ Cheponis
- Aug 15
- 2 min
Navigating the New Normal: Building a Thriving Workplace Culture in the Era of Remote Work
While remote work offers benefits such as flexibility and autonomy, there are also potential downsides to being physically separated from...
AJ Cheponis
- May 30
- 2 min
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.
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
- 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 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
- 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 14
- 2 min
Creating Respect in the Workplace: A Guide for Employers
If employees feel appreciated and respected, they will do their best work and be more committed to the company's success.
AJ Cheponis
- Feb 28
- 2 min
Building a Thriving Company Culture: Five Proven Strategies
In today's fast-paced business world, a highly engaged company culture is crucial for success.
AJ Cheponis
- Dec 14, 2022
- 3 min
Inclusive Language: A Growing and Evolving List with Alternatives
Words (and meaningful silences) matter enormously in our lives. They enable us to cooperate, collaborate, and ally with one another as....
AJ Cheponis
- Nov 23, 2022
- 3 min
The Power of Good Communication in the Workplace
In the workplace, good communication isn’t just about mitigating conflict...
AJ Cheponis
- Nov 9, 2022
- 3 min
4 Ways to Improve Collaboration
While having strong employee collaboration has numerous benefits, it takes hard work to foster this business practice.
AJ Cheponis
- Oct 31, 2022
- 5 min
How To Give Feedback That Actually Helps People Grow and Improve.
By understanding someone’s behavioral drives, you’ll know the kind of feedback they prefer and can anticipate how they might respond.
AJ Cheponis
- Oct 25, 2022
- 3 min
5 Ways We Can Help You Design and Build Winning Teams
Whether you’re tackling an ambitious goal, navigating a delicate client call, or adapting in the face of unprecedented change, you want...
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