When hiring a sales professional in the technology arena, there are only two essential criteria for evaluating a sales candidate. 1) Can they sell? AND 2) […]
Hiring top talent does not just happen miraculously. It requires a diligent effort to first define job performance expectations and then to source candidates based on this criteria. The following […]
In defiance of common thought, the level of skills required for a given position does not define “A” from “B” players. Entry-level does necessarily mean “B” […]
In 2009, we witnessed a year of mass layoffs. In 2010, be prepared for another wave. Yet, this wave will be different. This wave will be voluntary . […]
Small Business Hiring Tip: Don’t let Friends hire Friends without proper due diligence. Statistics reveal that a majority of job seekers find employment through referrals. This […]
Safari Solutions helps companies “hire better.” Notice I didn’t say hire the best candidate each and every time. Why? Because there are too many variables to […]
Part 1: CEO Focus Roundtable Discussion At a recent CEO Focus roundtable of eight entrepreneurs, I conducted a survey about top talent. I asked these experienced […]
I had lunch this past week with David Clegg, a well-respected business coach in Indianapolis. We discussed the subject of hiring “A” players in the small business world. […]
Last week I met with a client who has successfully grown his company to 750 employees. This national company has received numerous business awards in his industry […]
Let’s assume you own a business that is actually performing OK in this economy. Perhaps you may not be meeting your targeted stretch goals, but still moving along […]