Why organizations should focus on core competencies and growth potential rather than pursuing unrealistic "perfect candidate" profiles.

Question for a Job Candidate to Consider: Before I accept this position, how can I determine whether the organization's culture is likely to fit me? Core Premise to Keep A candidate may fit the role, the leader, and even the team, but organizational culture adds another dimension. Two nearly identical jobs in two different organizations can produce very different experiences. The candidate cannot fully know the culture before working there. The objective is not certainty—it i

Welcome to Your Team! We've all experienced it. The excitement of accepting a new position...followed by that first morning when we walk through the front door wondering: "Where do I fit?" The interview is over. The offer has been accepted. The paperwork is signed. Now comes the real work—not simply learning the job but learning the people. If you've already explored your own Birkman results and discussed your supervisor's style, you've been given a tremendous head start. Now

How hiring managers can use Birkman before the hire, during the interview, throughout onboarding, and long after the employee joins the organization.

How candidates should evaluate opportunities beyond compensation and title. Questions to consider regarding supervisor style, culture, team environment, and long-term career growth.

WHAT IS A “BIRKMAN FIT”? No… it’s not an emotional meltdown. We’re talking about a candidate’s fit for a role — and that goes far beyond whether someone can technically do the job. When organizations evaluate fit, they often focus only on behavior: “Can this person perform the tasks required?” But there are several other important questions worth exploring: Why did the previous person struggle in the role? Was it a lack of skill… or a mismatch in work style, communication, pa

As we move through this season—whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Winter Solstice, Las Posadas, or simply enjoy the softer pace of winter—I’ve been reflecting on how differently joy shows up for each of us. When I was growing up with had a Color Wheel that shone on the Christmas tree and it changed from Red to Yellow to Green to Blue. When we had a “flocked” tree or an aluminum tree, the whole room would be reflected in one of the four colors. Because we ha

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At CCG, we use the Birkman Method to help leaders understand their unique style and how it impacts performance. While we don’t know...

At Corbett Consulting Group (CCG) , we’ve spent over 30 years helping leaders and organizations build stronger, more cohesive teams —and...