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Your Opinion matters

Written on 8 Feb, 2010 at 9:45 in CEO Blog | viewed times | 0 Comments
Your Opinion matters

Every time I submit a blog, I look for topics that might be interesting to all of you. So I thought…let’s turn this around and this time ask you to share with me! What we are really trying to achieve with Orangeball? We... (Continue reading)

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Where are you in your leadership development lifecycle?

Written on 9 Dec, 2009 at 13:45 in CEO Blog | viewed times | 1 Comment
Where are you in your leadership development lifecycle?

As a leader of your company where are you now in your personal development? There are typically four areas of leadership development for entrepreneurs or for people with senior management positions in companies: Artisans – This is where we typically all... (Continue reading)

Rough Seas turn to Calm Waters

Written on 2 Nov, 2009 at 11:52 in CEO Blog | viewed times | 2 Comments
Rough Seas turn to Calm Waters

For the past 18 months recruitment companies have been feeling like ships being tossed about in very rough seas! The challenge facing us all, is to ensure that we stay anchored and don’t lose our way. Although our market has... (Continue reading)

So You landed a Job Interview…

Written on 14 Sep, 2009 at 15:26 in CEO Blog | viewed times | 0 Comments
So You landed a Job Interview...

So you landed a job interview Congratulations! Now, don’t mess it up! Listed below is a list of what employers will be looking for, so read it, study it, remember it and practice it! Tips: Things You’ll Need: Yourself Notepad and Paper Job Interview Step... (Continue reading)

How to build an effective management team

Written on 31 Aug, 2009 at 15:06 in CEO Blog | viewed times | 1 Comment
How to build an effective management team

To understand why a small business needs a management team, Sean Wise, professor at the Ted Rogers School of Management, Ryerson University, Toronto, sums it up succinctly: “People are central to business success.” Mr. Wise, also a venture capitalist, has... (Continue reading)

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A Rolling Stone Gathers No Moss

Written on 24 Aug, 2009 at 13:41 in CEO Blog | viewed times | 0 Comments
A Rolling Stone Gathers No Moss

One of the biggest challenges for the recruitment business is differentiation and credibility. Unfortunately, our business is often seen as a business full of ‘cowboys’ people who think it’s easy money and doesn’t require a lot of... (Continue reading)

Are we too spoiled to compete?

Written on 3 Aug, 2009 at 11:00 in CEO Blog | viewed times | 0 Comments
Are we too spoiled to compete?

We are all feeling the impact of globalisation in our daily lives, both for its benefits and sometimes for the difficult changes it creates. In today’s difficult economy many people are leaning towards protectionism, but like it or not, globalisation... (Continue reading)

To Lead More Effectively, Increase Your Self-Confidence

Written on 15 Jul, 2009 at 16:06 in CEO Blog | viewed times | 0 Comments
To Lead More Effectively, Increase Your Self-Confidence

“How can I feel confident when I am speaking?” asked a participant in a recent workshop I conducted. While the question was specific to public speaking, the answer I gave is relevant to any leader, whether she is on stage... (Continue reading)

The finesse language of effective resume

Written on 30 Jun, 2009 at 8:44 in CEO Blog | viewed times | 1 Comment
The finesse language of effective resume

I’ve used a few bad words in my life. But when the wrong words appear on your resume, it sucks. These ineffective words are not of the four-letter variety. These words are common. They are accepted. They litter the average resume... (Continue reading)

Changing KPIs in a reaction to the current economic conditions

Written on 22 Jun, 2009 at 13:14 in CEO Blog | viewed times | 0 Comments
Changing KPIs in a reaction to the current economic conditions

Recently I participated in a business leader discussion group about how companies have changed their KPIs in a reaction to the current economic conditions. It is interesting to see some of the different measurements companies are using. 1.... (Continue reading)

How to get the most from your recruiter

Written on 16 Jun, 2009 at 12:48 in CEO Blog | viewed times | 0 Comments
How to get the most from your recruiter

It is unfortunate that many recruiters out there are perceived as unprofessional and ineffective. The recruitment business is like any other, there are great recruiters and there are some poor recruiters. I strongly believe that to get the best from... (Continue reading)

Win or Lose it’s about the attitude!

Written on 9 Jun, 2009 at 13:04 in CEO Blog | viewed times | 1 Comment
Win or Lose it’s about the attitude!

During the uncertain times that we are experiencing at the moment, sometimes I find it difficult to stay positive and my determination can waver. I would imagine that I am not the only one who is or... (Continue reading)

Work on Your Backhand

Written on 18 May, 2009 at 12:08 in CEO Blog | viewed times | 0 Comments
Work on Your Backhand

When you’re particularly good at something, it’s easy to rely on that strength to get you through most situations. For example, if your forehand is your stronger tennis stroke, you’ll position yourself to use it much more often. But turning weaknesses... (Continue reading)

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