Interviewing people: The overlooked importance of building and maintaining rapport

Strike-up a conversation with Human Resource professionals, Business Psychologists, or Interview Coaches about best practices related to interviewing and you’ll quickly hear discussion about using behaviorally based interview techniques, asking questions about what people did do in business situations rather than what they would do, listening for behavioral anchors that align with company competency models, …

What’s one of the best things I can do to advance in my career?

I’m asked this question often in my work as a Business Psychologist and Human Resource Consultant.  One of my answers is “find a mentor”.  Working with a mentor can have tremendous benefits, and it’s one of the most valuable things you can do to enrich your career.  Ideal mentors are experienced professionals who are familiar …