Posts by Max Hansen
You already know that having strong leadership is essential for the success of any organization. But have you ever considered the critical role resilience plays in effective leadership, particularly in times of uncertainty and change? As the business landscape continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, leaders who possess the ability to navigate through turbulent…
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Cutting your losses… Hiring a new executive is a significant investment for any organization, both in terms of time and resources. However, despite the rigorous selection process and high hopes, there are instances when it becomes evident that the newly hired executive may not be the right fit for your company’s needs. Recognizing the need…
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Dr. Britt Andreatta is an internationally recognized thought leader who uses her background in leadership, neuroscience, psychology, and education to create science-based solutions for today’s workplace challenges. Britt is the CEO of Brain Aware Training and former CLO for Lynda.com (LinkedIn Learning). She has over 10 million views worldwide of her online courses and she…
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Loyalty… It can be a fleeting concept in today’s competitive job market. We all know the drill – organizations invest time and resources in finding top talent, only to see them slip away to a new opportunity (in what seems like the blink of an eye). Employee retention has become a challenging puzzle to solve,…
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Resumes… They can be a playground of embellishments and wishful thinking. It’s no secret that candidates often put their creative writing skills to the test when crafting their resumes. But here’s the unfortunate irony…most companies heavily rely on these very resumes to find their next superstar leader. For many companies hiring for key roles, they…
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As a child, Johnjay Van Es always dreamed of being on the radio. So the Johnjay and Rich era began in 2001 with their first show airing on KRQQ in Tucson. In 2014, the program joined Premiere Networks lineup of nationally syndicated programs. Airing Monday through Friday from 5 to 10 a.m. MT, The Johnjay…
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You know what’s scarier than a horror movie? Conducting job interviews without a clue on how to score candidates. Sadly, that’s the reality for many companies. Hiring the wrong person can turn into a nightmare for a company, with lost time, money, and productivity. And relying on “gut feeling” instead of a systematized process? That’s…
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Ah, the age-old question for CEOs: when is the right time to bring on new leaders? As a CEO, deciding when to bring on new leaders can be a daunting task. It’s a delicate balance, like adding ingredients to a recipe. Too much of one thing too soon, and the dish may be ruined. Wait…
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Most companies stink at writing job descriptions. They copy and paste a list of duties and requirements from other job postings and end up with a generic, uninspiring document. But if you want to attract top talent, especially for key executive hires, you must stand out… Y Scouts has created the PERFECT job description framework…
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You already know that bringing on board A+ executive hires can be a game-changer for your business… But what you might not realize is just how much damage a WRONG executive hire can cause. It’s not just a matter of reduced productivity or team morale issues. The repercussions of a bad executive hire can be…
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