Sales Consultants of Alexandria

When is the Best Time to Hire?

Posted on February 24, 2021June 24, 2021 by Markay Reeves

One of the most common stressors for companies is knowing when to hire. Many lay out hiring plans late in the year while in budgeting mode and start hiring in Q1 when top talent is willing to make a move....Read More

How to Handle a Leadership Change in Your Organization

Posted on February 9, 2021June 25, 2021 by Markay Reeves

Changes in leadership often come with a natural apprehension. What direction will the new leader take? How does that impact your future? However, with the right mindset and a smart approach, changes in leadership can lead to great opportunities. Be...Read More

BLS Employment Situation Report – January 2021

Posted on February 5, 2021July 5, 2021 by Markay Reeves

BLS Employment Situation Report - January 2021 Total nonfarm payroll employment improved slightly in January as robust gains in professional and business services were offset somewhat by declines in leisure and hospitality and in retail trade sectors. The January job...Read More

Global Talent Update – January 2021

Posted on January 27, 2021July 5, 2021 by Markay Reeves

Global Talent Update – January 2021 “More than ever before, business leaders around the globe must demonstrate stability, optimism, and creative thinking in order to continue growing their people and their businesses. To guide our clients through the ever-evolving World...Read More

How to Build a Hybrid Workforce

Posted on January 19, 2021June 25, 2021 by Markay Reeves

By now we’ve heard a lot about the hybrid workforce. Although the prospect of this new organizational structure offers many advantages, it also comes with difficulties that you should be preparing for now.  Here are some tips on navigating the...Read More

Four Ways to Update Your Hiring Strategy This Year

Posted on January 5, 2021June 25, 2021 by Markay Reeves

From how we schedule meetings and manage teams to how we fill positions and promote culture, we’re continually adjusting to the demands of the hybrid workforce.  Outlined are four ways leaders can optimize their talent attraction and retention strategies for...Read More

Making a Good Hire Remotely

Posted on December 16, 2020June 25, 2021 by Markay Reeves

Hiring a new employee remotely can seem like a daunting task. How can you possibly assess a potential candidate when you can’t read their body language over a Zoom call? Even more importantly, how can you determine if they will...Read More

Financial Planning in an Unusual Year

Posted on December 9, 2020June 25, 2021 by Markay Reeves

Those charged with creating viable budgets are used to accuracy, consistency, and fairly predictable planning cycles — not the uncertainty their organizations are living with today. Although the primary focus for most companies is to determine how they will survive...Read More

Conducting Performance Reviews When Your Team is Remote

Posted on November 23, 2020June 25, 2021 by Markay Reeves

Workplace dynamics have changed drastically over the last few months, and the word “office” has taken on a whole new meaning. As the year-end approaches, this leaves many companies wondering about the best way to conduct performance reviews. How can...Read More

How to Foster Positive Thinking Among Your Workforce

Posted on November 16, 2020June 25, 2021 by Markay Reeves

In the years ahead, when the pandemic is long behind us, people will remember how their companies made them feel during this difficult time. As you lead your remote team, it’s important to ensure that they stay positive and have...Read More