According to Jeff Bezos, being able to admit that you were wrong is the number one sign of high intelligence. Bezos surrounds himself with smart people so that he can achieve his objectives. How does he filter for smart people? He looks for people who can admit they are wrong and are willing to change their […]
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Before entering into the subject of task switching, we need to talk about multitasking. Multitasking is performing different tasks simultaneously. Many professionals believe they are multitasking when, in fact, they are task switching. Neither is great for productivity. According to the American Psychological Association, three types of multitasking exist. Classic multitasking: this is when you are genuinely performing […]
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Whether it’s tweaking settings to boost business performance or using tech wizardry to save an organization from potential ruin, IT specialists like programmers are on the front line. While their skills and objectives vary massively, they always have one thing in common — a lot of screen time. Poor lighting, consecutive hours sitting, and the […]
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According to a LinkedIn study, creativity is the most in-demand soft skill for this year, but it’s not about being artistic. Continue reading to find out what it really refers to. Can you guess the top hard skill? Anything related to cloud computing, which is probably no surprise to people in the IT industry. To […]
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Each year the St. Louis Business Journal holds the esteemed Best Places to Work Award. For 2019, Concero was selected as the winner in the small business category of this esteemed and competitive designation. “We’re appreciative of this recognition,” says Jay Murchison, president and senior managing partner. “Our people are driven, compassionate and fun. We […]
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As the old saying goes, do what you love and you will never work a day in your life. It’s a nice sentiment, but it is something that is harder to accomplish in real life than it is on paper. Lots of people are dissatisfied with their jobs. Recognizing when you are unhappy with your […]
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After experiencing consecutive years of growth, Concero, a recruiting firm leader in St. Louis, expanded to a new location. After months of planning, the company relocated to a more spacious office to create a dynamic and inviting environment for both its team and consultants. A core belief of Concero is that interviewing should be more than […]
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For many people, a new job means that you’re leaving your current company. Keep in mind, however, that your “exit strategy” should make sure that people remember you for the right reasons. There are many tangible benefits to ending things on a good note. Leaving a good impression can be a valuable investment — think […]
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Professionalism means everything. It’s your currency, your hallmark, and what will ultimately keep you moving up in your career. Your professionalism has to be backed by your actions and your attitude, not just what you say. This quote by author and executive leadership coach, John C. Maxwell, should be the mantra for every working professional. […]
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In a typical interview situation, a company needs help and somebody is looking for work. Employee qualifications and job details will have been clear in writing. But there is more to it than that — the true purpose of the interview is to dig deeper and get a feel for the potential fit. In fact, […]
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