Leigh Branham

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How do so many generations get along in the workplace? Leigh Branham joins Jim Blasingame to report that there are at least four generations represented in the workplace and how that's working out.
The two younger generations don't always speak the same language. Leigh Branham joins Jim Blasingame to report on how Generation X and the Millennials are working and playing together.
What is the protocol of respect between generations? Leigh Branham joins Jim Blasingame to report that members of Gen Y are not as respectful of older generations and the challenges this creates.
Leigh Branham joins Jim Blasingame to explain that you should never underestimate the value of any job and that you should give equal consideration to each position in your company when hiring new employees.
Leigh Branham joins Jim Blasingame to explain that employee referrals are the best method for hiring that results in long term retention and that most people find jobs through information connections, plus why it's risky for an employee to refer someone to job.
Leigh Branham joins Jim Blasingame to explain that business owners tend to hire the opposite of the person that didn't work out, but should instead stick to list of traits and competencies.
Do a better job of hiring and you won't have to do so much firing. Leigh Branham joins Jim Blasingame to discuss why patience and discipline is necessary to find, interviewing and hire the right person for the job.
Take the time to properly screen prospective employees. Leigh Branham joins Jim Blasingame to reveal some of the common pitfalls of the hiring process, including failing to do proper screening of prospective employees.
What if you hire and accountant personality to be a salesperson? Leigh Branham joins Jim Blasingame to reveal common hiring pitfalls, including failing to use personality profile tools to put the right people in the right assignment.
Leigh Branham joins Jim Blasingame to explain that employee engagement isn't just the responsibility of the employer, it's the responsibility of the employee too.