The concept of a skill matrix was introduced when a manager’s supervisor asked about coverage during vacation and whether a matrix of key competencies was in place. This highlighted the importance of ...

A person who was a top specialist two years ago may now have critical gaps—not because they became worse, but because the ...

In the busyness of life, it's easy to succumb to the tyranny of our day-to-day tasks and responsibilities. Some of which certainly have to get done, like ensuring our family eats, bills are paid, and ...

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What is the Eisenhower Matrix? The Eisenhower Matrix, also known as the Urgent-Important Matrix, is a powerful tool that can help you prioritize your activities more effectively. By categorizing tasks ...

Suddenly, skills weren’t everything. Sure, they had the talent, but tasks brought something else–focus, purpose, and direction–all the things skills were missing. It was like finding that missing ...

When you get ready to apply for a new position, typically it begins with reviewing your resume or CV to ensure it is up-to-date. But to be truly ready for a job hunt that involves taking the next step ...

The World Economic Forum (WEF) is upon us this week, and the Future of Work is one of its key themes. This is a good opportunity to catch up on the trends unfolding in this domain right now, and to ...