Marina Gorbis's Blog, page 88

Navigating the New Geopolitics of Tech

How companies can prepare for future upheavals, make strategic decisions, and remain agile.

How to Answer “Why Should We Hire You?” in an Interview

A step-by-step guide to help you craft a winning answer.

The Case for Taking a Gap Year Before College

It can reduce burnout, improve your academic performance, and help you find your purpose. Here’s how to make it happen.

Research: How WFH Can Actually Strengthen Bonds Between Coworkers

A series of studies found that virtual meetings offer workers valuable glimpses into each other’s nonwork lives — which boost feelings of trust and authenticity.

Boost Your Team’s Productivity by Hiring Force Multipliers

Look for the candidates whose skills and energy encourage everyone around them to perform better.

Don’t Overlook This Critical Skill When Interviewing Executives

Leaders spend almost 40% of their time making decisions, but it’s rarely discussed in the hiring process.

Research: Performance Reviews That Actually Motivate Employees

A study of 1,600 U.S. workers examined their preference for narrative or numerical feedback — or a combination of the two.

Future of Business: SAIC’s Toni Townes-Whitley on Leading Strategic Transformation

A conversation with SAIC’s CEO about leading through technological disruption, managing strategic transformation, and more.

When a Performance Improvement Plan Could Help Your Employee

The dos and don’ts of PIPs.

To Help Your Team Learn, Set Them Up for Productive Failure

How to create the opportunities employees need to explore, grow, and succeed long term.