Insights into the Sales Professional: Hiring and Training Trends, Part 2

  David M. Madeo, President of Tilli LLC, and Certified Sales Coach and Trainer, recently sat down with Geoff Farwell, Morgan Hunter Senior Recruiter in the Sales & Marketing division, to discuss hiring and training trends in the sales industry in Part 2 of this Q&A series. Dave: I have thousands of hours of coaching… Read More »

Insights into the Sales Professional: Hiring and Training Trends, Part 1

  David M. Madeo, President of Tilli LLC, and Certified Sales Coach and Trainer, recently sat down with Geoff Farwell, Morgan Hunter Senior Recruiter in the Sales & Marketing division, to discuss hiring and training trends in the sales industry in Part 1 of this Q&A series.   Geoff: When It comes to placing sales… Read More »

4 Career Resolutions You Should Make for 2018

  Every year, you vow to hit the gym more, drop that bad habit, or finally book that trip you’ve been longing to take. But how often do you make career resolutions for the new year? Maybe you’ve been pining for a new job, or that big promotion. Or maybe you’d just like to enhance… Read More »

How to Motivate Temporary Employees

  When companies need extra help, many turn to temporary employees. Whether you require additional people during the holidays, or you need to expand your staff for a special project, temporary employees are the perfect solution. The problem? Some organizations find that temporary employees are not as engaged as their permanent staff. How can you,… Read More »

Company Facing Uncertain Times? How to Adjust Your Staffing Strategy

  When it comes to running a company, you experience many ups and downs. From employee turnover to company mergers, to the loss or gain of a big client, all of these situations impact your bottom line. How can you weather the change successfully? By partnering with a Kansas City recruiting firm to adjust your staffing… Read More »

9 Management Communication Mistakes Holding Your Team Back

  As a manager, it’s your job to lead your staff. And a good part of that involves communication. But seemingly small mistakes in how you communicate can actually derail your team in a big way. Here’s a look at 9 missteps – and how to avoid them. Mistake #1: Not listening. Being in charge means… Read More »

Building Trust: The Importance of Impact Career Conversations

  Where do your employees see themselves in the future? The answers may surprise you. In fact, many workers are reluctant to tell their bosses about their career aspirations due to a lack of trust. Yet, when you know where your employees want to go, you can help them get there – while also having… Read More »

Extending a Job Offer: 5 Things “Star Players” Look for in an Offer

  A Kansas City recruiter can source and screen top quality candidates. But when it comes time to craft the compensation package, that’s one area where you have to take control. While your recruiter should certainly help and offer advice, it’s up to you to put forth an offer that star players will want to say “yes” to. With… Read More »

Are You Getting the Full Power from Performance Reviews?

  Getting ready for performance reviews? Don’t simply wing it and then file the information away until the next round of reviews. If you want to get the most out of them – and more from your employees – you need to define action items, regularly monitor and track goals and progress, and communicate all… Read More »

The Proper Etiquette to Ask if Someone is Hiring

  You know that if you’re searching for a new job, networking is an important part of the process. In fact, according to a report by ABC News, up to 80 percent of jobs are found through networking. And yet, asking your connections about possible career opportunities at their own companies can get awkward. You… Read More »