Employees like to be led by charismatic executives. Because they are authentic. Because they inspire. Because they electrify. It has been said that one either naturally has charisma or not. Oops! Error! Charisma can actually be thoroughly learned and used wisely. Our tips will tell you just how to do it. Even if you can…
It feels like a trap – “Why are you interested in this job?” There are plenty of ways not to respond: “I need the money… My old company fired me. My friend on the executive board said you give great bonuses!” But it’s one of the most important questions in any interview: “Why us? Why here?” This kind…
Oh, my God. This headhunter contact could really be worth gold! Everything has gone smoothly so far – an informative phone call, a pleasant initial conversation – but now comes the first real hurdle: the job interview at the company. Just being good is not enough anymore, you’ve got to be great. Top Headhunters reveal…
Individuals in a new position are thrust into the spotlight, with high pressure to perform. How can you make the most of the first 100 days in a new job?
Being in contact with a suitable headhunter can give your career a real boost, but make sure not to fall into these traps if your career is important to you! After all, you never get a second chance to make a first impression. One either has an existing professional network, or they’re currently building one….
One of our team leaders waited until his last day at our company to tell us how old he was. Apart from the fact that he looked much older than he really was, I was suddenly aware of why. The rest of his team was older than him and he wanted to avoid that this might call his leadership into question. Yes, ageism in the workplace has become an important issue.
In negotiation situations, most people analyze the body language of their counterpart to gauge their trustworthiness. But as researchers from USC recently discovered, this can be a dangerous mistake. Other factors play a much larger role. One of the most widely discussed potential smiles is that of Melania Trump. In one particularly damning video, captured…
Do you want to make a career change in 2018? Congratulations, you’ve overcome the first hurdle – you’ve made the decision. But are you struggling with not knowing how to reach your goals, or believing that they may be too high? Today, we’ll take a close look at the success strategies of top athletes, to…
Why do we sometimes ignore opportunities that open up right under our noses? In this video we asked 8 managers if they have any regrets, in regard to their careers, and received surprisingly honest answers. One point of view we found particularly fascinating… Not every career path is straightforward, not every decision feels right…
Kick start your new career and succeed as an expat professional with these practical tips from international managers who have been in your shoes.
