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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 23, 20232 min read


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 18, 20234 min read


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 16, 20233 min read


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 11, 20232 min read


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 9, 20232 min read


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 4, 20237 min read


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
May 2, 20233 min read


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 27, 20233 min read


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 25, 20232 min read


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 20, 20233 min read


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 18, 20233 min read


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 13, 20233 min read


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 11, 20232 min read


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 6, 20234 min read


The Secret to Smarter, Faster Team Decisions: Trust and Behavioral Awareness
Teams that consistently make good decisions share three common traits.

AJ Cheponis
Apr 4, 20233 min read


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 30, 20233 min read


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 28, 20232 min read


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.

AJ Cheponis
Mar 23, 20233 min read


Are you tired of making bad hiring decisions due to groupthink?
When it comes to hiring, it's better to make decisions as a group rather than relying on the judgment of a single person.

AJ Cheponis
Mar 21, 20232 min read


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
Mar 14, 20232 min read
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