By Lydia Dishman January 14, 2024 “If I had an hour to solve a problem and my life depended on the solution, I would spend the first 55 minutes determining the proper question to ask . . . for once I know the proper question, I could solve the problem in less than five … Continue reading Asking these types of questions will make you look smarter
By Samantha Leal May 03, 2023 “Do you know Spanish?” It’s a question I’m all too familiar with at work—and I know what comes next: “What does this mean?” “Is this the right word?” or even: “Can you translate this bit of copy?” (To be clear: I can’t. Though I’m Latina, my Spanish is … Continue reading Stop asking bilingual employees to translate your work. It’s not their job
By Greg Kratz—FlexJobs February 19, 2022 Contrary to belief, remote work isn’t all pajamas and coffee shops. Working remotely means working, which means getting the job done and being productive all day, every workday. As a remote-friendly employer, you know this. However, applicants may apply for the job because it’s remote, not because … Continue reading Interview questions you should be asking if the job is remote
Manisha Sukhyani November 4, 2021 The deal is sealed. You already sent the invoice and are waiting for your smartphone screen to come alive and give you a message “$ $ $ credited to your account.” But wait… The payment hasn’t arrived yet. It’s been one day. Two Days. And you are still counting. You … Continue reading 3 Tips for Getting Customers to Pay You Fast Without Asking Again
Justin Wong October 26, 2021 When recording an interview for content it’s important to make the most out of it; ask the right questions, the right way. Each question you ask has to be well researched, well timed, and well thought out in order to get a good response from your interviewee. Here are four … Continue reading 4 Tips for Asking Good Interview Questions
Liz Kislik September 30, 2021 The pandemic has created many opportunities to see senior execs in action as they work to galvanize their teams, present new goals, and push for accomplishment and accountability, and I happened to notice two very different ways of inviting — or dissuading — participation from team members. At one … Continue reading The Surprisingly Meaningful Difference Between Asking for Ideas and Questions
Laura Krajewski September 5, 2021 As a hiring manager, there’s a lot riding on your ability to have a productive interview and find the right agents and supervisors for your call center. If taken too lightly, interviews can end up being a formality that wastes time and doesn’t help you find the right person for … Continue reading Asking the Right Questions: 5 Questions to Use in Your Next Call Center Interview
Kyle Gordon June 7, 2021 Protecting your business against current and future health and safety risks should be your company’s top priority. From dealing with COVID to protecting your workplace from potential security threats, you have much to consider. To guide your strategy in delivering a safer, healthier and overall better experience for your employees, … Continue reading 3 Questions You Need to Be Asking Yourself About Your Business
Amy Drader April 30, 2021 There is a common misstep every leader makes at some point in their career. Many leaders never actually overcome it and become “that boss” who routinely exhibits it. Their behavior can increase workload and undermine team performance. It will irritate people. Bosses who do this are sometimes met with silence … Continue reading Your Leadership Superpower: Asking Questions
By Academy of Management August 15, 2020 Lots of managers try to hire employees who share Mark Twain’s view on work: “Find a job you enjoy doing, and you will never have to work a day in your life.” But earning a living is important, too, so shouldn’t candidates prioritize pay and benefits as well? According … Continue reading Asking this question during an interview can wreck your shot at getting the job
