Job ads that emphasize values can sound a bit corny. I've definitely found myself sneering at ads that gush about the company culture and how important cultural fit and values are. Like, I'm not dating you, I'm applying to work for you, right? But although some organizations emphasize culture over skill to the point of self-parody, culture and values really do matter. A lot. ... Read Full Article
5 Ways Recruiting has Become a Collaborative Process
Hiring the wrong candidate doesn’t just affect the hiring manager; it affects the company as a whole and the people that work hard to keep it afloat. If someone is not on board with the values and goals that your business wants to uphold, it can be detrimental. Bad hires waste time and resources. How do you know if your next hire will mesh with the ecosystem of your workplace? ... Read Full Article
Person-Company Fit: Drinking From the Corporate Punch Bowl
Is she a Googler? Is he a Briteling? Like snowflakes and fingerprints, each company is unique. They are much alike in many ways, just like all snowflakes are made of snow, but there are certain values, cultural elements, and eccentricities that make them like no other company around. Within our three legged-stool of person-job fit, person-organization fit, or person-company ... Read Full Article
Corporate Culture 101
People often ask me what makes a good culture. For some, it may be beer in the company fridge, for others it may be having a lot of processes in place for everyday activities. Everyone has different components that they like to see in a culture. One company’s idea of a fun celebration may be your idea of a nightmare. Like people, companies have their own personalities. If ... Read Full Article
Making New Employee Orientation Fun, Part 2: Company Culture & Incentives
In my last post, I talked about the style of new employee orientation. This week I will focus on how to incorporate company culture in your presentation and ways you can use incentives to make orientation fun. Company culture is not just about proper etiquette at holiday parties and dress code requirements. Orientation needs to include something about your company’s mission, ... Read Full Article