More than a living

Apparently, they still haven’t fixed the job description/want ad problem.
Mr. Peabody, could I borrow that thing for a sec?
In light of Guy Kawasaki going off on want ads and 37signals going off on want ads, we’ve gone back in time to pretend we didn’t publish this, this, or this, until now.

Rick and I were recently having a conversation about the value of a consultant or contractor’s time, and how the concept of “consultative value” may or may not translate into a meaningful bill rate. Rick observed that too often the line of tactical versus strategic advice is backwards, with “strategic” insights being given away for […]

Day One at a new company – who will you be here? What will your work say about you?
Not that you can’t be the same person you were yesterday – that person got you hired after all. But how will you be more of who you are? The best version of what you can be?
Remember, […]

Here are good ol’ More than a living, we like to think we’re pretty upfront about our mistakes.
It’s not that we like making them.
But once they’re made, there’s a certain amount of catharsis in delving into the causes and results of the mistake. Especially when it helps us see the correct path for solving the […]

When was the last time you sought the most average potential candidate for your next employee? When you said, “competent is great, but a solid ‘C’ candidate is the real sweet spot?” Are you hiring for the tasks that need addressed, or to meet the bell-curve of your pending performance reviews?
I hope you haven’t been […]

When you cast about your organization, who epitomizes your organization’s values? Do you see it just in the executive suite, or do you see it in the line (or in walking among the cubes)? How is your messaging reinforcing the definition of success at your company?
Who actively communicates what your organization stands for, inside and […]

You’re special.
And I don’t mean that in a touchy feely way. Although if you feel like you need it, go ahead and take it that way.
But take it this way, as well:
You’re special. You’re not general.
You’re special in what you demand. You’re special in how you present yourself. You’ve  had your share of ups and […]

So I’m doing some research for a client, looking at the staffing measures of peer finance departments in other organizations, and found the Demandments from Talent Mindset. Some pretty smart observations if you find yourself searching for in-demand talent.
Why didn’t we get this breakdown coming out of school? I’ll be surprised if you are surprised […]

I couldn’t let this one slip by us:
Open only to people who hate their jobs. Make a video of yourself demonstrating why your job is an insult to your intelligence and a squandering of your abilities.
For more information or to enter, visit Vimeo.

Enjoy the weekend.

My Visit to Trek: Two Guys in a Barn
“Employees make good use of the commuter program. Each day someone rides, walks, skates or car pools to work, that employee receives credit for Trek products or cash for the cafeteria. This is an incentive to keep in the latest gear and promote general wellness. […]