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Emotional intelligence (EQ) is the ability to recognize, manage, and understand emotions in oneself and others. Helbling search consultants present why EQ is important in the workplace as well as outline and explain its five key elements to help with the evaluation of EQ in executive candidates. Read more

What sets the stage for a great interview? Helbling search consultants offer advice on conducting interviews based on their experience and observation of best practices. Read their 10 Tips. Read more

Many people hold leadership roles but what sets some individuals apart? Read how to evaluate aspects of great leaders in prospective or current team members. Read more

Personality tests can help organizations predict how different types of people will interact. They can also identify employee strengths and workplace challenges. Still, there are enough disadvantages of personality testing that it is not recommended for making hiring decisions. Read more

Use a hiring rubric to bring objectivity to the search process. View examples of applicant screening and interview rubrics! Read more

Helbling search consultants weigh in on soft skills: how they assess them in candidates, reasons to include the in position descriptions, and more. Read more

Helbling recruiters offer advice on how to determine a prospective hire's fit with your corporate culture and role - Part 2. Read more

Advice on how to determine a prospective hire's true career motivations - Part I. Read more