My team and I were having breakfast with a bank president in Oklahoma City. This banker named Sean remarked on how friendly and attentive our waitress was to our needs. Later, Sean informed our group how difficult his bank had found it had become recently to find friendly employees. Later, Sean went to his car for a job application. “I’m ...
As a new grandparent, I’ve noticed that a new baby in the home can change the dynamics. Everyone seems so focused on the new baby that others can feel overlooked or jealous. That can be a husband, another child, or even a pet. In business, the same dynamic can happen. While trying to onboard a new employee, some staff members ...
As a young banker, I opened a personal bank account for the new CEO of a large nonprofit organization. Although this led to a relationship that enabled me to secure some large accounts with his employer, it also came with some expectations on his part. This CEO began referring some of his newly hired executives who turned out to be ...
As many businesses rebuild from the pandemic, some may be looking for new talented leaders. In Deuteronomy 1:13, God told Moses to select wise, discerning and experienced leaders. The final attribute we’re discussing in our series is experienced. The original Hebrew word discusses those who are known or recognized or are respected for their experience and skills. It reflects well ...
As many businesses rebuild from the pandemic, some are looking for new talented leaders. In Deuteronomy 1:13, God told Moses to select wise, discerning and experienced leaders. Today let’s focus on discernment. The original Hebrew word describes discerners as those who can separate mentally or distinguish different concepts or ideas. Some translations use the word “understanding.” Discerning people are gifted ...
Many companies dismissed staff during the pandemic. As they rebuild, many may be looking for new talent. God told Moses in Deuteronomy 1:13 to select wise, discerning and experienced leaders. As we unpack three attributes, let’s focus first on wisdom. The Hebrew word translated as “wise” has several synonyms describing this word. For instance, a wise person is defined as ...
Many companies furloughed or dismissed staff during the pandemic and, as they rebuild, may be looking for new talent. Rather than squander this opportunity, it is a great time to develop some guidelines for selecting talented leaders for your company’s future. Now’s an opportune time to turn to the directions God gave Moses when he was overwhelmed and needed help. ...
Recently, the Wall Street Journal featured a story on Nehemiah Manufacturing in Cincinnati that has some interesting hiring practices. 80% of their employees have criminal records! As I expected, the founders of this business are Christian men who wanted to rebuild a city more than a company. Within the inner city of Cincinnati, they are rebuilding the lives of people ...
A family member of mine was downsized at 61 years old. He assumes that getting hired for a permanent position at his age is doubtful. Unfortunately, this possibility is based on past assumptions. Many employers currently assume employees will retire at 65. Recent research by Transamerica has revealed that 54% of people now believe they will work longer than 65. Only ...
In the Bible, the qualities of a good shepherd are similar to six qualities Jim Collins identified in Level 5 Leaders in his book, “Good to Great.” The fifth quality is “finding the right people.” When business is brisk and you’re overwhelmed, it’s easy to want to hire anyone who can fill a slot, especially in a tight job market. ...
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