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Steve Williamson

Innovator/Banker - VP Digital Content at eRep

Steve Williamson writes about work, teams, and the practical challenges of building systems that have to function in the real world. His background spans three decades of project management, software development, and technical team leadership across a range of industries. Outside of eRep, Steve is the author of a series of fantasy novels and most recently a murder mystery set in Portland, Oregon, and enjoys cycling and old-school tabletop role-playing games.

Articles

Are You a Fish Trying to Climb a Tree?

By: Steve Williamson, VP Digital Content at eRep
Posted: February 21, 2022

We value perseverance in the face of adversity. The tenacity to push on in spite of challenges is respected and admired. But do you honor those who insist on pushing against "pull" doors, no matter how hard they try?

Engagement is the Rx for S.S.D.D.

By: Steve Williamson, VP Digital Content at eRep
Posted: February 14, 2022

Employee engagement is a state of being that benefits both the employee and the employer. The employee has a sense of enthusiasm and self-worth that adds value to their life. The employer gains a productive member of their team that positively contributes more than their cost.

Everyone is in Sales

By: Steve Williamson, VP Digital Content at eRep
Posted: February 7, 2022

Sales is persuasion. It is convincing another person to take an action. Relatively few of us spend our day persuading others to buy something, but all of us find the need to persuade others to take actions.

Maximize The Value Of Your Core Values Index Profile

By: Steve Williamson, VP Digital Content at eRep
Posted: January 31, 2022

Once you take the Core Values Index psychometric assessment and read your report, you’re done, right? Nope. The CVI provides ongoing value for many years to come — perhaps your entire career and even your entire life. Here's how.

Defend Against The Great Resignation With One Powerful Act

By: Steve Williamson, VP Digital Content at eRep
Posted: January 24, 2022

Before it comes to the point of needing to ask departing employees, "As you leave, can you tell us why?" how do you determine what will motivate your staff to stick around? The answer is surprisingly simple.

Fight the Peter Principle: How to Avoid Bad Promotions

By: Steve Williamson, VP Digital Content at eRep
Posted: January 17, 2022

Hiring the wrong person for the role has obvious costs. What about promoting someone above their level of competency? That can cost even more because the top reason people quit their jobs is bad bosses.

Ethical Hiring in 2022

By: Steve Williamson, VP Digital Content at eRep
Posted: January 3, 2022

The Great Resignation has thrown employers into turmoil as they struggle to maintain existing staff and hire replacements. Desperation can motivate some to pursue methods that are not only unproductive, but may even be unethical.

Should Hiring Be Like Dating?

By: Steve Williamson, VP Digital Content at eRep
Posted: December 27, 2021

Many people seek relationships via dating apps. These apps gather numerous types of information about people and use algorithms to find matches between individuals who share a lot in common and have similar tastes. Why should hiring be any different?

Focus: Get More Done With Your Core Values Index Profile

By: Steve Williamson, VP Digital Content at eRep
Posted: December 20, 2021

We live in a world filled with too many distractions. Never in human history has it been harder to stay focused, and it's because we have filled our daily lives with Too Many Shiny Things. What can we do to regain a sense of focus?

Common Questions About the CVI

By: Steve Williamson, VP Digital Content at eRep
Posted: December 13, 2021

Even though the Core Values Index psychometric assessment only takes 8-10 minutes to complete and the report is easy to understand, there are still some commonly asked questions about the CVI. We have answers!

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