Monthly Archives: August 2007

Breaking News: Want ads still suck

Posted on August 31, 2007 by Rick Turoczy

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 … Continue reading →

Posted in Criticism, Hiring | 1 Comment

Valuing Consulting Services versus Contractor Labor

Posted on August 31, 2007 by Toby Lucich

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 … Continue reading →

Posted in Entrepreneur, Execution, Experience, Insight, Perception, Reputation | 4 Comments

Evolve Your Brand

Posted on August 30, 2007 by Toby Lucich

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 … Continue reading →

Posted in Branding, Career, Perception, Reputation | 3 Comments

37signals highlights some recent mistakes

Posted on August 29, 2007 by Rick Turoczy

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 … Continue reading →

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Recruit Mediocre or Learn to Reward Performance

Posted on August 28, 2007 by Toby Lucich

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/C+ candidate is the real sweet spot?” Are you hiring for the tasks that need … Continue reading →

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Cultural Messaging – Stop Neglecting It

Posted on August 26, 2007 by Toby Lucich

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 … Continue reading →

Posted in Branding, Change, Communication, Culture | 3 Comments

You're special

Posted on August 15, 2007 by Rick Turoczy

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 … Continue reading →

Posted in Experience, Honesty, Inspiration, Pride, Reputation, Talent, Value | 5 Comments

What is Talent Demanding?

Posted on August 11, 2007 by Toby Lucich

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 … Continue reading →

Posted in Career, Develop, Honesty, HR, Recruiting, Respect, Tips | 3 Comments

Weekend Bonus: Vimeo "Get yourself fired" contest

Posted on August 10, 2007 by Rick Turoczy

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 … Continue reading →

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Some weekend reading and thinking

Posted on August 10, 2007 by Rick Turoczy

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 … Continue reading →

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