In June, the Bureau of Labor reported an increase of 287,000 jobs! The job market is ROARING – and you should be answering the call by lining up your next 5 rock starts, all dreamy-eyed and determined to join your team. ...
Posts by Joe Mechlinski
Want to Attract Intrepid Talent? This is the Only Step That Matters.
That’s right, I love the under-dog, the under-valued, the under-appreciated HR. If you’re serious about attracting top talent, I suggest everyone start throwing a little more love and appreciation in the direction of your HR...
Why We Need Teachers to Dare Us Towards Greatness
Have you ever had a teacher or professor challenge you in such a way that it influenced the direction your life took? Have you had a teacher make a lasting impact in your life? Have you had a teacher inspire you to challenge...
How to Stay Grateful Long After the Turkey Leftovers Are Gone [and a Quick Test to See How Grateful You Actually Are]
This week at eQ, as we quickly approach the holiday, gratefulness has been a buzz word – and there’s been a lot of talk around it. Now, with Thanksgiving only a day away, it seems fitting to take some time to reflect on all...
Does Your Organization Have This Single Most Important Ingredient Behind an Award-Winning Culture?
Above is a snapshot, from the Baltimore Business Journal BPTW survey, of how eQ's position on putting employees first stacks up against other organizations in Baltimore. A stocked liquor cabinet is not the crowning...
What Hanging out with Richard Branson for 3 Days Taught Me About the Power of Big-GER Dreams
I felt like I had just jumped out of a plane: that momentary feeling of exhilaration. Meeting Richard Branson for the first time, in the same room where he hosted the Elders, I was honored to be standing where such influential...
How to Be as Average as a Male Showgirl Getting Kissed by Richard Branson
“You’re the average of the five people you spend the most of your time with.” According to Jim Rohn. And me. I’m a strong believer of this. The people you surround yourself with will shape you; whether you like it or not. If...
Why Hearing “Things Are Looking Up!” Should Not Make You Think You’re Talking to an Optimistic Loony
In search of insight into the year ahead for job seekers and workers alike, and what you can expect to encounter this year? Well, we have good news for you... This year is shaping up to be a pretty good year. We;re well aware...
5 Kickass Elements of a Kickoff Meeting That Are Too Awesome Not to Steal
You’ve heard it a million times before: always make a good impression. Great advice, right? It’s time to do the same with your kickoff meetings. Start with a bang. Come out swinging. Now’s not the time to hold back. Anything...