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You created the killer resume, you applied to the perfect job. You’ll definitely get it, right? You’re, like, super qualified – checking off every box in the “ideal candidate” category like a boss. Bigger than a boss. They’ll take one look at your resume and experience and decide, “that’s it, you’ll be the boss’ boss.” They…

With unemployment at its lowest since 1969, hiring is becoming a competitive sport. The window of opportunity is shorter, the applicant pool is smaller, and the offers from competitors are strong. So, what can you do about it?  The good news is that the outlook isn’t all bleak. People love small business. They love family…

Have you ever heard “what if you get hit by a bus” used in a business setting? Chances are, it was 1.) uttered with terror, and 2.) in reference to the potential of a team member being rendered incapable of returning to work or completing their job — and the ability of the rest of…

One a week. One every two weeks. Eighty-percent of the day. Three hours per day. What is this? Sitcoms watched? Screen time through the day? Try again. The above numbers represent the number of books read or amount of time dedicated to reading by some of the most successful individuals in the world. Bill Gates.…

The Prevue Assessment is a tool used to measure core personality and is based off of the highest level of personality assessment – the 16PF. While the 16PF is administered by a psychologist over a 2 ½ hour private session, the Prevue Assessment takes approximately 40 minutes to an hour and is completed online in…

Millennials. Lazy, entitled, demanding. The list goes on, with each descriptor becoming more cringe-worthy than the last. And, as an employer, your business’ future hinges entirely on these less than appealing employees. Ugh, right? Well no, actually. Not right. In fact, the more previous generations gripe about their youthful counterparts, the more studies emerge to…

In the Mind Of: Common Financial Advisory Employee Questions By AES Placement | December 15, 2017 There’s no shame in asking questions. The problem is in knowing who — or when — to ask.  Your boss is always busy (or it’s a touchy subject), the internet is a great resource — but maybe doesn’t fully answer your…

Elite Team Training is a two-day operational excellence course that has something for everyone — from your newest employee to an Operational Excellence Academy graduate who could use a refresher. There is even a beneficial component for associate producers. To ensure all attendees get the training they need, Elite Team Training breaks the group into…

Hiring. “Help! I needed someone yesterday! I have to have a warm body in this chair ASAP!” Sound familiar? Oh, you know you’ve been there. We know you’ve been there. The whole world knows you’ve been there. How? As a business owner, it’s an inevitable scenario. Maybe your star employee blindsided you with their resignation…

Ah. The oft fabled work-life balance. Employees tell of it. Employers scoff at it. It’s the golden standard which no one can liv… — wait, what? No, no, no. Employees can live it — and some forward-thinking employers have already realized the importance it plays in the productivity and subsequent success of their companies. With…