Why is everyone (just now) talking about corporate culture? It seems to be the latest buzz word among the big search firms. Hardly a day goes by that I don't hear about it or see it in an article. “Corporate culture” has been a hot topic here at Centennial since…
Being the Best Doesn't Make You a Winner I love watching sporting events with my kids, but as my kids have gotten older and more perceptive, I've become more and more disgusted by poor sportsmanship. I want my three kids to see good role models that not only perform well…
Last year leadership team members at Centennial were able to see, first-hand, how team chemistry is built among New York's Bravest - @FDNY. Our team attended a leadership conference in New York City and on the last day of our trip we traveled across the city to experience the 9/11 Memorial. It was the same…
One of the best parts of working at Centennial is our wonderful internship program. I am always amazed by these shining stars. They are on the cutting edge of research and frequently have refreshing, valuable, unbiased insights since it is early in their careers. We learn so much from them in our short…
Centennial is passionate about recruiting. I, personally, have been doing it for over 40 years and I haven’t tired of it yet. Nonetheless, there’s another topic I feel equally passionate about: retention. Recruiting excellent leaders is only part of the equation. Retaining those leaders is the other vital component. Keeping…
2016 is upon us, and executives are evaluating talent gaps on their teams and the subsequent hiring decisions that will be necessary. In searching for new talent, a fresh crop of millennials is likely to spring up in company's applicant pools. They’re bright! They’re creative! They’re current—but frequently disengaged (insert frowny face emoji here.)…
At this time of year, many employers wish to demonstrate their gratitude for their employees with a holiday ham or even a monetary gift. Employers may think of this as more than a kind gesture. They may perceive that holiday gift giving is a positive contributor to corporate culture. However,…
“The most wonderful” time of the year is upon us! Food! Gifts! Carols! Conflict? Families that work together will soon gather ‘round holiday tables. Requests like “Please pass the turkey” inevitably get sandwiched between the latest company news. When this happens, productive, healthy conversation can ensue—or not. Conflict may arise,…
Recruiting talent is a multi-step process that involves everything from writing a compelling job description to screening applicants, coordinating interviews, and negotiating offers. It usually involves a great deal of time and can become a real challenge if you are searching for very specific qualifications. What can improve your recruiting…
