by Paul Berggren, President, Crown Global HR | Apr 15, 2021 | People Relations
Sometimes I interview emerging leaders for clients who want to shift from an employee team to a manager or school administrator. One of the hang-ups we hear even among talented people is the way relationships change just by applying for a management job. There’s that...
by Paul Berggren, President, Crown Global HR | Apr 7, 2021 | People Relations
Asking questions may sound like a two-way conversation, but why do you ask? Are you asking so you can better understand the other person’s point of view or are you looking for something wrong for you to fix? Clients are often surprised at our reports summarizing how...
by Paul Berggren, President, Crown Global HR | Mar 28, 2021 | People Relations
My grandson is almost 18 months old and is already a car guy. From the time he could sit up he loved riding in any Little Tykes car he could see. Anytime, anywhere, for as long as the adult’s back could handle pushing or pulling that little car. I know the car well,...
by Paul Berggren, President, Crown Global HR | Mar 26, 2021 | People Relations
I often hear candidates respond to questions about potential conflict with, “I listen carefully to what they have to say, because I want the person to feel heard.” That sounds caring and empathetic on the surface, but sadly the response usually ends right there....
by Paul Berggren, President, Crown Global HR | Mar 24, 2021 | People Relations
Out of the blue an email or call comes from someone who came close to committing, then backed away. At the time I was respectful and understanding. Who can blame anyone in 2020 for having second thoughts about a big project with all the financial uncertainties? But...
by Paul Berggren, President, Crown Global HR | Mar 20, 2021 | People Relations
Responsibility yesterday leads to freedom today. — Matthew McConaughey There is an allergy going around that makes it sound offensive to talk about ancient farmer wisdom. If I want to harvest my food for the winter, I have to plant my seeds today and care for them. In...
