Nearly all managers understand their team’s daily tasks, see how those tasks affect a larger goal, and can explain which team members are best suited to which items on the to-do list. The greatest managers set themselves apart from the rest by cultivating skills that help them become effective leaders, as well as good managers…. Read more »
When hiring is difficult, you’re not finding the right candidates or the ideal candidates keep dropping out of your process before you can make an offer, it’s tempting to reach out to a recruiter. And that’s a good idea. But having a recruiter on your side is only the first step. To get the most… Read more »
If you’re a sales professional looking for an exciting and growing field, pharmaceutical sales might be right for you. Many salespeople who started their careers in unrelated fields have made a successful transition to pharmaceutical sales. Some pharmaceutical companies embrace sales staff taking their first step into the field. To move successfully into your first… Read more »
Every great team needs great leadership. If certain management habits are lacking, they may be harming not only your performance but also that of your team. Here are seven management habits to watch for and ways to improve them to move your team forward. Weak Prioritization Every manager is busy—but are you so busy you… Read more »
When the talent market or budgets are tight, it’s easy to let standards slip and settle for “good enough” hires. But subpar employees can impact your business – a lot. It’s worth taking the time and expense to get it right the first time rather than taking shortcuts. Here’s why: It lowers morale. Top performers… Read more »
In today’s fast-paced, Internet-focused world, the cover letter can seem obsolete. Email makes it tempting to reduce the entire cover letter to a few lines, and automated application systems make the cover letter seem superfluous. Is the cover letter still essential? Or is it an idea whose time has passed? Don’t let 21st-century technology fool… Read more »
It’s not your parents’ job search anymore. Today, job searching is changing as quickly as the rest of the world and in response to many of the same pressures. Here are four rapidly growing job search trends that can help you find a great job in less time – and how to use them. Going… Read more »