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The 2 Dilemma

Your COO (#2 Leader) is pivotal to your organization’s success. They either strengthen the entire operation by connecting the pieces...

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Hiring the Wrong 2 Leader

Introduction: Why a Strong #2 Leader Matters Hiring the right #2 leader is essential for any organization aiming to scale...

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How to Hire an Integrator

Hiring the right Integrator is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a business leader. This key role...

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#2 Leader Appreciation Day

Announcing the “Number 2 Leader Appreciation Day” Celebrating the Unsung Heroes of Business Success In the world of business, the...

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What is a #2 Leader?

In a small business, the #2 leader is the person the founder or CEO counts on to keep things running...

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What Is An EOS Integrator?
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Communicating Culture

You’ve defined your open position, created a position profile, screened your candidates, and at last, you are at the interview...

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Onboarding Strategies

The onboarding process is a new employee’s first impression of your organization. That’s why it’s best to give them information...

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VisionSpark Assessment

“Your competitors can take your ideas, products, and services, but the one thing they cannot replicate is your people.” -Alec...

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Listening During Interviews

When you sit down to interview a candidate for your open position, you might think you are only asking questions....

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Onboarding #2 Leaders

How to Onboard a #2 Leader If you’re onboarding a COO, Integrator, or Second in Command (2IC), doing it right...

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5 Questions Candidates Ask

The interview is the time for you to ask questions of your candidates to learn about their experience, interest, qualifications,...

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Effective Hiring Habits

Successfully Hiring Top Talent Successfully hiring top talent is crucial to building and growing your business. But it doesn’t happen...

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2023 Hiring Resolutions

As we approach the end of 2022, it’s the perfect time to reflect on our accomplishments. Did you reach a...

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Resume Screening

If you’ve ever questioned the authenticity of a resume, you are not alone. A survey by HireRight reported that 85%...

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Saying Goodbye to Employees

Good friends who move away, co-workers who are offered a career-changing opportunity, mentors who embark on well-deserved retirement – it’s...