by Nancy Roberts | May 8, 2018 | Blog Posts
When I started my business sixteen years ago, I had no idea how to sell my services. So I decided to get a part-time job to supplement my income. And because I needed my days free, I decided to try my hand at bartending. The problem was I had never bartended before. I...
by Nancy Roberts | Mar 20, 2018 | Blog Posts
When using DISC for hiring, we have to remember that it doesn’t encompass the WHOLE person. There are many different aspects to a person and their performance, and likewise, to what each job requires. The first step is to spell out exactly what you are looking for....
by Nancy Roberts | Mar 14, 2018 | Blog Posts
Many companies don’t even attempt reference checks anymore. They don’t believe you can get any valuable information on a candidate because former employers aren’t willing to risk the legal implications of giving a reference. The strategy suggested below puts the onus...
by Nancy Roberts | Feb 27, 2018 | Blog Posts
Research shows that only about 25% of new hires turn out to be Top Performers. With 75% of people hired missing the mark, it doesn’t take a rocket scientist to calculate the hours and dollars lost. Yet with some people having a really good “interview persona,” how do...
by Nancy Roberts | Feb 20, 2018 | Blog Posts
Dear DISC Wizard, I have used your hiring system in the past and it’s great. Unfortunately, I’m now faced with the situation where I can’t find enough qualified candidates to even put through the assessment process. Any suggestions? ~ Michael A. Dear Michael, What...
