Hiring a top-level employee is admittedly a big deal and is not a decision you want to rush into. Making a final decision feels so…well, final. Many times this weighty decision drags on--spanning weeks and weeks--to the detriment of the whole process. Those vacuous weeks can have a very big…
If you have ever seen The Lion King either on screen or on stage, you know Mufasa as the father with much wisdom to impart to his son. In this podcast episode, Alton Fitzgerald White, who played the role of Mufasa on Broadway 4,308 times shares his personal brand of…
I recently returned from the Global Leadership Summit (GLS), which is a Leadercast-style simulcast featuring thought-leaders and their insights. The day did not disappoint, and if you’ve never attended either Leadercast or the Global Leadership Summit, you should consider at least one for 2020. Investing in your leadership is never…
Most organizations are “in it to win it.” Winning is defined in different ways, depending on the organization. Obviously, winning could mean more points, or maybe a bigger market share. Or, winning could mean extending the organizational reach to help others more. Or, winning might be being perceived as the…
Author's note: Recently, my daughter Ellen spent 3 days learning about the working world and exploring career options. Her high school allows its students time off to do this; to help them as they explore their "next steps." Even better, Centennial's CEO and President allowed Ellie to spend the day…
No one wants a hiring process to end poorly. Whether you end up with the wrong hire or don't hire anyone at all, bad results are frustrating. Because hiring is time-consuming and costly – especially for your senior roles – you want your efforts to end right the first time. …
For over 4 decades Centennial has gone the extra mile to ensure that the executives we place are not only competent, but are the right fit for our clients. We know that success only comes when the client and candidate enjoy a chemistry that makes working together a winning combination. …
On this special episode, we’re looking back on the first year of the Talent Magnet Institute Podcast with host Mike Sipple, Jr. We’re highlighting some of our best topics and episodes, telling stories from behind the scenes, and sharing insights from the year that was. Beginnings This podcast began as…
Finding employees to fill a production line or to expertly lead a team is always a concern. Talent is currently in short supply and growth cannot happen without it. Surprisingly, attracting and finding employees is not the biggest problem facing organizations. Rather, it is only a small component of a…
