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Fight Ageism, Fuel Growth with Inclusive Hiring & Retention

Harmonious Workplaces

In 2022, at the age of 46, I interviewed for a marketing executive position with a tool manufacturer. After five or so interviews, the hiring manager stated that they wanted a “digital native.” The interview ended. I interviewed with several members of the team, including the parent of one of the executives. MarketWatch.

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Jamie Candee—Proving That Women Can Lead Businesses To Success

On the Brink Podcast

Meet Jamie Candee. I interviewed Jamie for this podcast back in 2018 and it was such a terrific conversation that I'm reposting it for Women's History Month. Ever wonder how some business leaders can take a company forward, build its bottom line, and engage its employees and customers in such a way that everyone does better?

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OC&C Strategy Consultants Interview and Culture

Management Consulted

OC&C STRATEGY CONSULTANTS INTERVIEWS & CULTURE . As always, you will be working in a team intensive environment, so be sure to network and collaborate as you will be meeting plenty of new people. Andy Anson (leader of England’s bid for the 2018 Football World Cup). Notable Alumni . OC&C STRATEGY CONSULTANTS CULTURE.

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First Six Months – Adjusting to Consulting Life

Tom Spencer

Bill Nielsen graduated from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business last June, and began working at Bain & Company in Chicago in September 2018. It was a great way to meet and get to know my start class, learn more about the office and tech, and finally settle in. Bill, how did your first week on the job go?

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3 tips to help you have a good feedback conversation

Halo Psych

Whether I’m chatting on a podcast such as my most recent interview for the Jobsworth Podcast , or whether I’m being asked to give a talk or run a course – the topic de jour has been feedback. Engage in deep listening According to a 2018 study, an empathetic, non-judgmental, attentive listener may make people feel less anxious and defensive.

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Holiday Human-Capital Culling Could Cost

Harmonious Workplaces

Job seekers report on peer-support calls and during networking meetings that they have had their interviews postponed or canceled. Candidates who may have undergone two, three, or even six rounds of interviews may find that they must now wait to see if organizations actually fill the positions, much less whether they will have a job.

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Strategy Consulting – Reflections on the First Six Months

Tom Spencer

When you’re interested in working at a consulting firm, there are clear things you can do to prepare: meet associates, prepare for case interviews, and do your homework on what sets the firm apart from its peers. One of the best aspects of the first day was meeting my cohort of fellow MBA new hires. How did you feel?