Business Articles
Tim Toterhi, CHRO
(Toe-Ter-Rye)
Tim has over 20 years of management experience in the Americas, Europe, and Asia. He’s been quoted in publications such as Fast Company, Forbes, Fox Business News, and the HuffPost as well as profiled in the book, Magnificent Leadership.
HR’s Role in M&A
HR is often overlooked or underutilized during M&A projects. This article identifies reasons for the oversight, associated risks, and ways to change the paradigm. To realize the benefits forecasted during strategic planning, organizations have to do more than...
The Power of Delegation
A Leading Indicator of Managerial Success As an independent contributor, success stems from one’s efforts. Sometimes, you differentiate yourself from those in the same role by producing more at a faster pace. Other times, the quality and complexity of work are...
Is It Time to Quit Your Job?
Over the past 20 years as a CHRO and executive coach, I’ve noticed that the most successful people actively manage their careers. This goes beyond showcasing high performance and then actively lobbying for promotions and high-visibility projects. True “A-players”...
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How to Say No at Work
Being customer focused is a strength, but strengths can be overused. Sometimes in our quest to be of service we forget that saying Yes can actually be a disservice. If you feel you’re undervalued or being taken advantage of an endless stream of requests, try these...
How to Ace a Second Interview
While first interviews are often used to validate the experiences and skills listed on a resume, the second round is all about a deeper dive. Specifically, hiring managers want to learn more about “how you do what you do”. If you want to ace the second round, be sure...
Back-up Career Plans
In 1970 American folk musician, Stephen Stills advised listeners to “Love the one you’re with”. The zen-like concept centered around being present and appreciative of what you have instead of lamenting what you’ve lost. The sentiment was well received and rocketed...
How to Nurture Your Network
Mark Twain once said, “If you’re looking for friends when you need them… it’s too late.” The lesson is clear. Relationships take effort at every stage, but meaningful connections are harder to create than maintain. Rather than watch them wilt, take time to nurture...
Breaking Bad News
No one wants to be the bearer of bad news. It’s awkward and risky. Just ask the proverbial messenger. But breaking bad news is an essential part of a manager’s role. Do it correctly and you’ll provide a service to both the employee and the organization. Performance...
How to Build Staff Confidence
Confident employees are more likely to contribute ideas, offer different perspectives, and respectfully challenge leadership. These high-performance behaviors not only add value to an organization’s offerings, but they can also reduce risk, enhance quality, and...