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What's the Core Reason People Quit?

By: Steve Williamson , VP Digital Marketing and Content, eRep, Inc.
Posted: March 28, 2022

It is common knowledge that more workers quit their job because of a bad boss than for any other reason. If this is true, it begs the question: Why are there so many bad bosses?

Are You a Fish Trying to Climb a Tree?

By: Steve Williamson , VP Digital Marketing and Content, eRep, Inc.
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?

Defend Against The Great Resignation With One Powerful Act

By: Steve Williamson , VP Digital Marketing and Content, eRep, Inc.
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 Marketing and Content, eRep, Inc.
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.

What is Best For My Clients is What is Best For Me: A CVI Success Story

By: Steve Williamson , VP Digital Marketing and Content, eRep, Inc.
Posted: November 29, 2021

We interviewed mortgage broker Gary Boyer before and after taking the Core Values Index psychometric assessment, and discovered the reason why he has been so successful.

If You Lead People, Read These Books

By: Steve Williamson , VP Digital Marketing and Content, eRep, Inc.
Posted: October 18, 2021

We review a pair of books intended for HR professionals that will leave you amazed at how appropriate and useful they are for anyone in a position of leadership. Learn why.

Tenacity: The Power of Never Giving Up

By: Steve Williamson , VP Digital Marketing and Content, eRep, Inc.
Posted: September 13, 2021

If we asked 2,000 people on the street, "Name someone who won," we can guarantee there would be one thing every person they mention would have in common.

Do you want to be happier?

By: Steve Williamson , VP Digital Marketing and Content, eRep, Inc.
Posted: August 23, 2021

You can buy a $100 framed "Live-Laugh-Love" poster and hang it on your living room wall. Or you can take a psychometric personality test backed by science that can actually help you be happier.

The Future of Work is in Good Hands

By: Dr. Melanie Peacock , Contributor
Posted: April 26, 2021

As a post-secondary educator, I am often asked to describe the characteristics of graduates. The disruption caused by COVID-19 has heightened the angst among employers about how well-prepared those leaving school will be to face new job realities.

5 Ways to Prepare for a Zoom Job Interview

By: Tina Martin , Contributor
Posted: December 14, 2020

Do you have a Zoom job interview scheduled in the near future? If you've never participated in a job interview over video chat, here are 5 tips to help you get ready.

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