Some people think magnetic leaders are born that way, but that’s not quite how I see it. I believe magnetic leadership is a state that evolves over time. In fact, most of the magnetic leaders I interviewed for my book, The Magnetic Leader were people who wanted to be...
Talent Maximization

Should You Accept Every Promotion That Comes Your Way? Maybe Not
When it comes to accepting a promotion, any offer is a good offer, right? Not always. If you're made an offer, it may be tempting to accept right away. But before you say "yes," assess it thoroughly. Here are some questions you need to consider and the conversations...

Amazon Scraps HQ2 Plan in New York: What it Means for Employers Nationwide
Amazon delivered some shocking news last week when the company announced it was canceling its plans to build an expansive corporate campus in Long Island City, New York. Employers in and adjacent to their proposed new co-headquarters city are probably relieved to hear...

The Real Truth About Teams
I’m from New England, where I guess you could say we know a lot about teams here. Our New England Patriot’s just brought home their sixth Super Bowl championship and our beloved Red Sox are the number one team in the nation. If you truly have a team, then the team...

Why You Shouldn’t Hang Onto All of Your Talent
We’ve become so obsessed with hanging onto talent at all cost that we forget that there is a price to pay when no one leaves. If no one ever departs, then you are breathing your own exhaust. Attrition can be healthy for an organization. When you bring new people into...
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Finding the right talent is hard. Finding the right talent that will prosper and stay is even harder when you do it alone.
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