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In every company that we work with we find two problems: a lack of communication and a lack of accountability. We find these issues in every industry, at every size, and at every location. No one ever communicates enough. And no one likes holding others accountable. The good news is that there is an easy … Continue Reading

Last month we talked about defining roles. So now that you’ve properly defined the role you are hiring for, it’s time to start talking to candidates. The first step is to find applicants. Attracting candidates can be difficult when unemployment rates are as low as they are. If you’re not collecting enough applicants on your … Continue Reading

If you want to go on vacation, do you just get in the car and start driving? No! You define where you want to go and how to get there. If you want to break up a sidewalk, what type of hammer should you use? If you’re framing a house, what hammer should you use? … Continue Reading

Many managers we speak to complain about their inability to hire great talent. They often feel they could just as easily flip a coin to make the choice. But you don’t have to settle for the odds of a coin flip! What would be the impact of increasing your success in hiring to 60, 70, … Continue Reading

Last month we wrapped up our series on the three sections of the PSE One Page, so this month we’ll turn our attention to the next tool in the PSE toolbox, the Talent Plan. Put simply, a Talent Plan is a future-focused look at your Key Accountabilities Chart. It is a tool designed to help … Continue Reading

This month we’ll be exploring the second section of the PSE One Page, the Strategy Section. The Strategy Section serves to get everyone aligned and clear on what you want and who you serve. It helps everyone understand where you’re going and who you’re helping along the way. It consists of Big Hairy Audacious Goal … Continue Reading

This month we’ll be exploring the first section of the PSE One Page, the People Section. The People section defines who the Right People are to be working at your company. It consists of Core Values, Core Purpose, and Core Competence. The Right People for your organization will share those Core Values, get excited by … Continue Reading

This month we’re exploring the concept of Right People Right Seats. You have to have both in order for your company to succeed. Right People means that your people match the culture of your company. They get it. They like to work the way that you like to work. Their values align with the company … Continue Reading

This month we’ll be discussing the PSE Dashboard. The Dashboard is a tool designed to keep certain numbers in front of you every week. It will help you make decisions and identify issues before they become full-blown fires. It’s a simple tool with 5 to 15 metrics tracked every week, in your Weekly Meeting. In … Continue Reading