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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

You're fired! You're hired!

By: Steve Williamson, VP Digital Content at eRep
Posted: July 12, 2021

Many business leaders think that merely having warm bodies on staff is all that's required. They see these people as resources to be used and consumed, with a seemingly never-ending supply of replacements eager to take their place. Folly!

Secrets to Giving Effective Praise and Apologies

By: Steve Williamson, VP Digital Content at eRep
Posted: June 14, 2021

We asked several members of the business leadership and Human Resources communities to share their wisdom and advice on how to give effective praise and effective apologies.

How to Compete for Job Candidates

By: Steve Williamson, VP Digital Content at eRep
Posted: June 7, 2021

The current job marketing is tough right now — candidates are being very choosy and applications can be scarce — so you need every advantage you can get to make your job listing as effective as possible.

The Grace of Consideration

By: Steve Williamson, VP Digital Content at eRep
Posted: May 31, 2021

If someone's loved one had just passed away, would you give them more consideration to what you say and how you say it? Most people would temper their message to suit the recipient the best they could.

Preemptive Fear is Holding You Back

By: Steve Williamson, VP Digital Content at eRep
Posted: May 10, 2021

If you made a list of the things that made you feel fearful in a week, it's likely 90% or more of those fears are of what could be, not what actually is. Learn how to identify and overcome the source of your greatest fears.

CVI Bankers: The Value of Knowledge and Justice

By: Steve Williamson, VP Digital Content at eRep
Posted: April 19, 2021

Those who have high Banker scores in their Core Values Index psychometric profile find their joy in the acquisition, conservation, and dispensation of knowledge. Learn more in this four-part series.

CVI Innovators: The Value of Wisdom and Compassion

By: Steve Williamson, VP Digital Content at eRep
Posted: April 12, 2021

Those who have high Innovator scores in their Core Values Index psychometric profile find their joy solving problems backed by a strong sense of compassion. Learn more in this four-part series.

CVI Merchants: The Value of Community and Connection

By: Steve Williamson, VP Digital Content at eRep
Posted: March 29, 2021

Those who have high Merchant scores in their Core Values Index psychometric profile find their joy building connections and a sense of community with others. Learn more in this four-part series.

CVI Builders: The Value of Leadership and Action

By: Steve Williamson, VP Digital Content at eRep
Posted: March 22, 2021

Those who have high Builder scores in their Core Values Index psychometric profile find their joy in powerful and decisive action. Learn more in this four-part series.