Knowledge Base \\ Differentiating Yourself with Soft Skills and Character Skills
by Pauline Fournier I’ve seen a lot written recently about soft and/or character skills. Many job seekers struggle to demonstrate such skills. Being able to listen and speak about your soft and character skills could give you a competitive advantage over candidates who list only the technical skills required to do the job. Soft skills…HR M&L
Knowledge Base \\ Executive Coaching vs Life Coaching: Different Goals, Different Approaches
Being a great leader is not easy. Executives, even high-performing ones, often face challenges that can stall their progress or limit their impact. This is where executive coaching comes in. But how is it different from life coaching, and what value can an executive coach bring to your professional journey? Life coaches provide a supportive…HR M&L
Knowledge Base \\ Executive Coaching: A Catalyst for Leadership Excellence in Higher Education
by Dr. Parmpreet Kalsi In the ever-evolving landscape of higher education, the role of academic leadership has never been more critical. Leaders in higher education are tasked with steering their institutions through a myriad of challenges: Legislative and policy changes, enrollment declines and financial pressures, technological advancements (including AI and cyber security), the shift to…HR M&L
Knowledge Base \\ Thriving Amid Uncertainty: Proactive Strategies for Career Management
by Marta McManus Diving into the job market feels like exploring uncharted territory - unpredictable, dynamic, and full of twists and turns. Today, the once-solid concept of job security seems like a fleeting dream, overshadowed by rapid technological advancements, economic rollercoasters, and global disruptions. But fear not, job seekers, for within this uncertainty lies a…IND
Knowledge Base \\ From Lab Bench to Leadership: Navigating the Transition to Biotech Leadership Through Executive Coaching
by Leslie Kaufman Long days turn into long nights studying biology, chemistry, physics, and the myriad of other subjects that result in the depth of knowledge required for a successful career in the sciences. Years are spent tending to experiments in labs or toiling over patients in an effort to achieve the coveted PhD, MD,…HR IND M&L
Knowledge Base \\ Four Strategies to Maintain Engagement and Trust After a Staffing Reduction
By Kathleen Teehan Navigating through a reduction in staffing is undoubtedly a challenging time for the organization, the individuals in transition, and those who remain. The emotional toll on the individuals impacted is significant and obvious, however an event can also leave those who remain in the organization feeling untethered, disengaged, and possibly unwilling to…HR IND M&L
Knowledge Base \\ Connecting for Success: How Networking Paves the Way to Your Dream Job
by Pauline Fournier Why is networking a critical component of job-seeking? For the same reason that hiring managers and recruiters know they need to rely on it to fill open roles: On average, about 75% of jobs are filled through networking. Even when presented with that impressive statistic, many people shy away from networking when…IND
Knowledge Base \\ The Power of Executive Coaching in the Financial Services Industry
by Skip Bates In the fast-paced and highly competitive world of financial services, leaders need to stay ahead of the curve. To excel, executives need more than just technical expertise; they need emotional intelligence. Serving customers, supporting employees, complying with regulators, and driving profitability: these competing concerns require resiliency, adaptability, and focus on priorities. Executive…HR IND M&L
Knowledge Base \\ Using AI for Recruiting and Job Searching
by Pauline Fournier I’ve read a lot about AI and generative AI recently and wondered how it can help the employer and the candidate seeking a new role. I tested two of the more popular AI tools (Bard and ChatGPT) to see how they work and how they could be helpful in the process. How…HR IND
Knowledge Base \\ Top of Mind For HR: A Point of View From ClearRock
ClearRock’s leadership team, talent consultants, coaches, and career consultants convened to discuss what is top of mind for employees and leaders this year. This is what was shared.HR M&L
Knowledge Base \\ Pay Transparency and 'The Dreaded Salary Question'
by Pauline Fournier In each edition of our Insights newsletter, Senior Career Consultant, Pauline Fournier responds to career questions that have recently come her way from people with whom she is working. In our Winter 2023 edition, Pauline shared some insights for both job candidates and employers on tackling 'the dreaded salary question.' QUESTION: Over the…HR IND
Knowledge Base \\ Does Anyone Hire During The Holidays?
by Pauline Fournier In each edition of our Insights newsletter, Senior Career Consultant, Pauline Fournier responds to career questions that have recently come her way from people with whom she is working. In a recent edition, Pauline shared some important tips on job searching during the holiday season. QUESTION: Does anyone hire during the holidays? ANSWER:…HR IND
Knowledge Base \\ 6 Strategies to Minimize the Negative Impact of Employee Separations
By Laura Poisson There are few things leaders must do that are more difficult than terminating someone’s employment. The key to minimizing the negative impact on the affected employee and protecting morale in the workplace is to ensure that separated employees at every level are treated with dignity and respect in the process. While there…HR IND M&L
Knowledge Base \\ Just lost your job? Say "yes" to outplacement support...a bridge to your next opportunity.
by Laura Poisson Getting laid off can feel like a punch in the gut. Even if the reason wasn’t personal, the impact is; it’s also considered one of the top 5 most stressful life events. Having worked with thousands of individuals during this difficult time, we would like to share five reasons you should say…IND
Knowledge Base \\ Quitting Without Burning Bridges
by Laura Poisson As career transition consultants, we often provide guidance to employers regarding how to notify employees of a job loss in a way that minimizes the negative impact, honors the values of the organization, and treats every person with dignity and respect. Given that relationships are a two-way street, the same is true…IND
