Organizations have joined the fast growing line of inclusion by increasing the number of under-represented candidates and achieving diversity hiring goals. However, that doesn't translate into being more inclusive. Instead, high turnover rates, hostile work environments, and legal issues follow. Other organizations have had executives communicate the need for more inclusion and diversity efforts at the lower management level and suddenly the quest to hire more people that are

After several months of gathering information, the results are finally in. Thanks to all of the hard working people and organizations who voluntarily participated and took the time in taking the two surveys, we can finally verify our observation in organizational hiring practices and effectiveness. Our research included responses from current students, employees, ages 18-65 and small and mid-sized organizations in diverse industries from all over the united states. At NXGEN H

Are traditional job interviews and applicant testing keeping you from recognizing real talent? Have you ever experienced buyers remorse after interviewing a candidate from Yale university, hiring them, then realizing that they completely blow? How about the candidate who did a horrible job selling or presenting himself that you rejected and later found out he is a superstar managing his own company or a rockstar working at your competitor. Yup! You dropped the ball on that on

Why being open to opportunities can be a game changer. Growing up, I quickly learned the importance of career moves worthy of learning from my father. My father went from being a butcher, city employee, to becoming an ASE automotive technician earning well over $75,000 annually, an industry expert, and becoming a 2nd place winner in Nascar's Talladega speedway competitions. In addition, my father engaged in real estate and automotive investing that allowed him to unlock his e

Why accepting and learning from feedback will help you grow. Feedback is vital for positive reinforcement, constructive criticism, and performance appraisals. Never underestimate the power of feedback and the impact its has on people and organizations. “Wake up, take it personal, take action, and set yourself free!” Feedback of any kind is arguably one of the most crucial parts of any individual's journey to growth and success. For many, negative feedback is a tough drink to

Why you should rethink your recruiting strategy. Employees are our greatest asset, they keep the wheels rolling on your vehicle(business). It's important to have employees who love coming to work. Especially to invest in key players and other vital hardworking members who are not worth losing. "A role without learning, growth, and purpose is a dead end job.” Ever experienced the Monday morning feeling of not wanting to wake up or no enthusiasm to get up and go to work? It sho

Why negotiation is key to unlocking endless potential. Throughout the years, I have had the privilege of meeting very talented and skilled women who should be in leadings role. Unfortunately, many of them were very shy, timid, lacked confidence, and were very pessimistic. Don't find yourself in these shoes, your only holding yourself back. “Be bold or you will continue to get the short end of the stick.” Time and time again, we hear stories about people complaining regarding

Why decisions are key to your success. Everyone has a time in their life when they realize they took their decision making ability for granted. Often being followers and suppressing the leader within. Many go through life dormant, manipulated,distracted, and never utilizing their God given wings. “ the last thing you want, is to end life regretting what you didn't do ” For many, making tough and sound decisions isn't a natural gift. However, every decision made will impact an