People often ask us, “How can someone exhibit such stellar leadership qualities at one organization but then miss the mark at the next?” We often expect effective leadership qualities to transfer, independent of the environment. We teach leaders and aspiring leaders to do things a certain way; to “be” certain behaviors. We chase the leadership model of the month. Kurt Lewin, the father of social psychology, famously said, “Behavior is a function of a person in their environment.” He posited what personality research now confirms: our behaviors relate both to ingrained personality and our ability to adapt behaviors intentionally and…

Finding the right employees is critical to the success of any organization, but interview processes typically lack the clear set of operating practices that provide stability, clarity, and objective measurement. Unless organizations clearly identify the employee characteristics needed to succeed, the hiring process will become time-consuming, frustrating, and risky. In the end, hiring the wrong person can lead to conflict and delays that end up costing you time and money. Make sure your organization is set up for hiring success by using the process we’ve outlined below. Before The Interview Process Begins Internal discussions that generate a clear vision for…