A recent study by Accordion has sent shockwaves through the private equity world: 91% of CFOs in PE-backed companies report feeling less job security than before their firm received PE funding. This isn't just a case of nerves – it's a symptom of a deeper disconnect between PE sponsors and portfolio companies. Why the worry? 😟 Pressure Cooker Performance: PE firms prioritize aggressive growth [...]
Remember the saying, "It's not what you say, it's how you say it"? (7/38/55) In the world of work, a similar principle applies: "It's not just about firing you, it's about making you want to quit." This insidious tactic is called quiet firing, and it's on the rise. It’s not a new tactic, “smoking people out” or making them want to quit has [...]
Happy Friday! Hopefully you have some downtime and fun activities planned for the weekend. Ever wonder if your activities or hobbies have an impact on you over and above helping you blow off steam? Can they help with your career? Turns out, your hobbies might hold the secret career weapon you've been overlooking. 🎯 Let's take a closer look at how using some [...]
It's a familiar scene: a colleague announces their resignation out of the blue, and shock ripples through the team. "But they loved their job!" the whispers begin. What’s going on? Yes, sometimes, even dream jobs become chapters that need closing. While it might seem counterintuitive, leaving a beloved role can be a positive and necessary step for both personal and professional growth. The [...]
Interview time could equal high anxiety for the introverts in our lives. Many of my candidates – as CPAs and financial professionals – are either introverts or adapted introverts. Let’s consider some paths around or through this potential time of tension. While navigating the extroverted dynamics of a job interview can present unique challenges for introverts, it's important to remember that your quiet [...]
We’ve all seen and heard about keywords and phrases one should use on their resume to get noticed. By HR and by TAS/TMS. How about once you’ve cleared that gate and are in an interview? Are there phrases one can incorporate to get noticed? Or how about phrases to avoid? Turns out there are. You’re headed to your interview and emotions are running [...]
My folks are in town this week. So it got me thinking about the influence of parents on our lives. To that end, I certainly didn’t have to look very far to find where Gen Z’ers parents are influencing their careers. They are showing up with their kids to job interviews! Huh? This is really a thing? Is it acceptable? After 30 years [...]
“I’ve got an open-door policy. Come talk to me anytime.” How many people have heard that from their boss or manager? But is that really how it rolls out? 🚪 Building a strong relationship with your boss is crucial for career success. However, sometimes building communication bridges with your boss can feel like a challenge – but it doesn't have to be. Here’s [...]
Imagine this: two equally qualified candidates walk into your office for the same job. One nails the interview, leaving you convinced they're perfect. The other, despite strong skills and experience, falls short. But why? Gut feel or something specific? The culprit might be hiding in plain sight – unconscious bias. It's the monster under the interview table, influencing our decisions without us even [...]
🍾🥂Happy New Year! Resolutions still intact? Perhaps one of them is to finally give that resume some much-needed attention. Don't let an outdated document be the roadblock to your dream career! Let's transform it from a historical listing of positions into something that will stand out. Here’s a few ideas to get the ball rolling. 🏢 First, build on the core of "duties [...]