Friday, June 28, 2024
by Bailey
Great leaders can impact the effectiveness of the work environment and the discretionary effort by a team. Leaders that can acclimate and adapt a style to a situation are the most effective.
There are six leadership styles that employees can apply to the situations they encounter:
· Affiliative – create harmony and avoid conflict; relies on building internal relationships and consensus
· Authorative – provides long-term direction and vision; relies on “dialogue” with others
· Coaching – focuses on long-term development of employees
· Coercive – immediate compliance; relies on “directives” rather than “direction”
· Democratic – very participative; building commitment and generating new ideas
· Pacesetting – establishing high standards of excellence for completing tasks
The most effective style depends on the situation, task, employee that needs to be managed in addition to other variables like times pressures, risks, resources, etc. Great leaders are able to diagnose the demands of the circumstance and use multiple leadership styles to persevere.
As a company, you face an unlimited number of different situations. As an organization, you need to ask the following critical questions:
· What does the situation require of us to compete in a challenging environment?
· Do I have the bench strength to handle the situation at present?
· Am I grooming the next generation of leaders?
· Can I diagnose the leadership style(s) that are most “natural” to our organization?
Companies need leaders that complement each other, but also need to acquire leaders to compensate for what you do not have. Companies that are open to this dialogue and aware of blind spots internally are forward thinking, and ahead of the talent acquisition curve.
How can we help you find top talent?
We present individuals distinctive to the personality of the organization. We evaluate on technical qualifications, cultural fit, leadership capabilities/styles, critical and creative thinking capabilities, and interpersonal skills.
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Friday, May 3, 2024
by Bailey
Digital Content/Copywriting Specialist – CPG, New Haven, CT
JOB ID: 6199 VISION: Global CPG company with market-leading products. High growth environment, fueled by global expansion & innovation. Commitment to sustainability! REWARD: Salary $75,000-$85,000 plus bonus and comprehensive benefits package.
Senior Production Manager, Farmington, CT
JOB ID: 6181 VISION: Specialty Materials company with a global presence is seeking an experienced Senior Production Manager. Their materials are used in a variety of industries including coatings, inks & graphics, 3D printing and specialty chemicals. REWARD: $100,000-$130,000 DOE, plus bonus and a generous benefits package – many starting on first day! 401k, tuition reimbursement, and upside!
Quality Director, Wallingford, CT- LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY
JOB ID: 6192 VISION: Exclusive. Parent company is growing organically and through acquisitions; expectations are to double revenues over next 3 years. CT division is a strategic component of the growth plan and due to existing contracts, improved processes, and business development, expectations are to grow locally at 10-12% annually. Report to Division President REWARD: $130,000 to $155,000 DOE plus 10% bonus
Wastewater Engineer, New Haven, CT
JOB ID: 6202 VISION: Company is a market leader in their industry and growing! They are experts in design and manufacturing of water treatment products and wastewater treatment facilities. REWARD: $110,000-$120,000, bonus eligible and excellent benefits package
VP Marketing, Shelton, CT
JOB ID: 6204 VISION: Profitable, expanding CPG manufacturer and distributor of branded products serving primarily North American markets. Company has strong relations with retailers and end customers. Sustainability, quality and customer happiness drive success. Lead evolution, have P/L responsibilities and expand authority. Report to CEO. Looking for upside potential. REWARD: $240,000 to $270,000 DOE plus 25% bonus, LTIP, excellent benefits, and upside to SVP
Human Resources Manager, West Hartford, CT
JOB ID: 6193 VISION: Senior leadership is committed to best practices, employees, customers, and quality for this high performing company. Looking for a hands-on #1 Human Resources Leader for a growing family owned multi-state company. From the CEO down the company culture fosters a family oriented collaborative, empowering, proactive environment. As HR leader you will bear hug all facets of this area. Must have a “customer-comes-first” attitude with a diplomatic and self-motivated style. REWARD: $115,000 - $145,000 (DOE) plus bonus. Solid company benefits including health, disability, vacation, excellent 401k match and any other perks and flexibilities. 100% On Site opportunity.
Quality Director, Purchase, New York
JOB ID: 6197 VISION: Exclusive. Profitable and expanding SBU with long term customer base. Parent company is growing organically and through acquisitions; expectations are to double revenues over next 3 years. SBU is a strategic component of the growth plan and due to existing contracts, improved processes, and business development, expectations are to grow at 10-12% annually. SBU is AS9100 certified. REWARD: $145,000 to $160,000 DOE plus 10% bonus
Corporate Tax Manager, West Hartford, CT
JOB ID: VISION: Key expansionary hire for this tax department reporting to the Tax Director serving as their right hand person and # 2 slot. Join this fast growing financial investment company which offers a very diverse mix of domestic tax compliance, research and planning focused on offering a work life balance and promotional opportunities. This is a professional yet fun-loving family oriented environment with collegial, outgoing, and communicative employees. One of the few in this marketplace where business is thriving, and the company is looking to add team members and leaders! REWARD: $140,000 - $185,000 (DOE) plus bonus. Solid company benefits including health, disability, 3 weeks’ vacation, excellent 401k match and any other perks and flexibilities. On site opportunity.
Corporate Purchasing Director, Trumbull, CT
JOB ID: 6137 VISION: Every customer is their best customer. Employees, customers, quality, and sustainability are the drivers that have yielded consistent growth and profitability over the last decade. This CPG leader has a history of developing, manufacturing, and distributing products targeting grocery, food service, and hospitality channels throughout North America. Have a voice and make a difference. SALARY: $150,000 to $170,000 DOE plus bonus, superior benefits, relocation assistance & upside opportunities.
Senior Tax Accountant or Tax Manager, West Hartford, CT
JOB ID: 6196 VISION: Key expansionary hire for the tax department of this fast growing financial investment company! The Tax leader and CFO offer a very diverse mix of tax work with great work life balance and promotional opportunities. This is a professional yet fun-loving family oriented environment with collegial, outgoing, and communicative employees. One of the few in this marketplace where Business is thriving, and the Company is looking to add team members and leaders! REWARD: $115,000 - $155,000 (DOE) plus bonus. Solid company benefits including health, disability, 3 weeks’ vacation, excellent 401k match and any other perks and flexibilities. On site opportunity.
Senior Accountant or Accounting Manager, Southbury, CT
JOB ID: 6194 VISION: Expanding CT CPA practice seeks experienced accounting and tax professionals. Support a diverse multi-state client base with revenue ranges from $5M – 150M+ within the privately held growth practice involved in real estate, distribution, healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, entertainment, professional services, non-profit, and technology, among others. Be mentored and trained by the Partners. Great career steppingstone to developing your technical skills, and business knowledge. Personalized one-on-one training. SALARY and REWARD: $90,000 to $125,000 (Depending on experience) plus overtime and benefits.
Senior Tax Manager, Southbury, CT
JOB ID: 6127 VISION: Expanding CT advisory CPA practice seeks a Senior Tax Manager to partner with clients and internal partners while guiding staff. Provide tax compliance, research and planning in support of a long standing client base with revenue ranges from $3M – 250M+ within the privately held growth practice involved in manufacturing, distribution, construction, real estate, property management, healthcare, financial services, entertainment, professional services, non-profit, and technology, among others. Serve as the go-to in dealing with clients. SALARY and REWARD: $115,000 to $185,000 (Depending on experience) plus benefits.
Controller, Shelton, CT
JOB ID: 6195 VISION: High visibility and value adding role within a profitable CPG leader that serves North American markets. Privately held business has consistently grown revenues and gained market share due to quality and development of products as well as a customer focused approach where every customer is their best customer. If you are looking for a long-term solution within a culture that is empowering and cares about their employees and customers, then keep reading. REWARD: $175,000 to $200,000 plus 15% target bonus (paid every year) and excellent benefits.
Assistant Controller, New Haven, CT
JOB ID: 6191 VISION: Global CPG company with market-leading products. High growth environment, fueled by global expansion & innovation. Commitment to sustainability! REWARD: Salary $100,000-$120,000 plus bonus and comprehensive benefits package.
Category Manager – CPG, New Haven, CT
JOB ID: 6190 VISION: Global CPG company with market-leading consumer health & nutrition products. High growth environment, fueled by global expansion & innovation. Commitment to sustainability! REWARD: Salary $140,000-$160,000 plus bonus and comprehensive benefits package.
Project Design Engineer, Madison, CT
JOB ID: 6187 VISION: Seeking a highly motivated engineering talent with upside potential! This company partners with Fortune 500 corporations globally on engineering solutions. Company is based in CT and has a history of promoting engineers within product development, quality, process improvement, and marketing. SALARY: $85,000-$110,000 + DOE plus profit sharing, superior benefits including company-paid health insurance, tuition reimbursement, and daycare subsidy and upside potential
Staff Accountant, Naugatuck, CT
JOB ID: 6173 VISION: Promotion creates a need to hire an accountant under the Accounting Manager. Join this stable and profitable $50M+ high volume metal fabricator supplier of precision finished products to consumer products and industrial market OEMs. The leadership team fosters an interactive, family oriented and stable culture with a history of developing and promoting talent filled with talented mentors! Strong financial footings and international resources. REWARD: $70,000 to $83,000 (depending on experience) plus excellent benefits.
Product Design Engineer, Westbrook, CT
JOB ID: 6186 VISION: Looking for a challenging role with a stable, growing company – keep reading! Design – Develop – Prototype – Test - this is a ‘hands-on’ role in an organization where you are always close to the product and its application. With greater than 50% market share, this company is expanding into new markets and products and has dramatically improved productivity in the past few years with continuous innovation in manufacturing. Another production facility is under construction and this role will support the expanding product line. SALARY: Base compensation $100-115,000 depending on experience, plus excellent benefits.
Tax - Director, Manager to Seniors, Milford, CT
JOB ID: 6168 VISION: Seeking a Tax Director, Senior Manager or Manager level who has UPSIDE to senior leadership roles. These are expansionary hires for this elite tax team. Work with national firm groomed CPA/MST professionals with hands-on world class knowledge that can train and mentor also. Be exposed to cutting edge technology, business leaders, executives, and external tax and legal advisors. GREAT WORK LIFE BALANCE! Diverse tax compliance, research and planning work supporting entities that range from $10M to $600M+ with consolidated multi-state returns. REWARD: $95,000 to $185,000 (depending on experience) plus bonus, benefits, and impressive perks.
Assistant Controller, Stratford, CT
JOB ID: 6185 VISION: B2B ranked #1 in North America, best in class, and expanding footprint in Europe, Far East and Latin America. Business model is a combination of engineering services supported by IP, AI and SaaS. Revenues are growing; next generation of technology is forthcoming; customer retention is 95+%; and customer satisfaction is 99%. Company is profitable and poised for growth due to pending new AI technology that will attract new business and reduce operating expenses. SALARY: $140,000 to $170,000 DOE.
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Friday, April 26, 2024
by Bailey
On the average, one out of eight job applicants receives an offer. Over 80% of the time, the best candidate for the job does not get the offer because of either poor interviewing habits or lack of proper preparation. As William James once said, “Whenever two people meet there are six people present. There is each man as he sees himself, each man as the other person sees him, and each man as he really is.” So goes interviewing. In today’s world, companies have reasons to hire and not hire. Interviewing is both an art and a game. Art is the style, soft skills and characteristics displayed. The game is to get an offer and winning comes with practice, planning, and strategy. Although some have tried, you can’t accept or turn down an offer unless you get an offer. Here are the five most common ways to not get an offer:
APPEARANCE
Under-dressing is viewed as disrespectful. Clothes need to be conservative, neat, pressed, and appropriate for business formal even if the setting is business casual. Shoes need to be shined. Make-up minimized; light or no perfume or cologne; hair must be combed and not distracting; minimize jewelry and accessories.
LACK OF ENTHUSIASM
If you are not interested in the opportunity and the company, why are you going on the interview? If you are interested, then show it. Here are the most common ways of displaying lack of interest: Didn’t research the company; failed to ask meaningful questions about the position, company, culture, management style or industry; and provided at best short or vague answers to questions rather than showcasing meaningful knowledge, personality traits, and acquired skills.
ME, NOT WE
Remember the first part of William James quote, “There is each man as he sees himself.” There goes the problem. The interviewee is all about the interviewee. Too much accent on money, title, or other ego-satisfying stimuli. As Ben Franklin said, “He that falls in love with himself, has no rivals.” We too often fail to appreciate that what gives money, perks and title value is that you must exchange work for it.
UNCONSCIOUSLY SELF-DESTRUCTIVE
Consider interviewing as being an invited guest to an event that you want to attend. Bad form is arriving late for an appointment (indicative of poor planning); not fully completing the application (lack of compliance); limp, fishy handshake (lack of professionalism), failure to look at interviewer when conversing (lack of confidence or respect); poor posture (lack of poise or confidence); condemnation of past employers (lack of respect); make too many excuses (may not accept criticism well); provides evasive and/or conflicting information (perception of fabrication); poor manners (lack of courtesy); and doesn’t show appreciation of interviewers' time (lack of tact and professionalism).
BEYOND THE CALL
Interviewing is an exchange of information. It is an opportunity to exhibit your personality and communicate knowledge and experience that is appropriate to the needs and requirements of the opportunity. All that being said, some people are too forthcoming (treat the interview as a confessional and expose negativity); high-pressure (attempt to close too quickly or force decisions); aggressive (come off as conceited or with a know-it-all complex); verbose (treat interview as a lecture rather than an exchange); opinionated (lack of flexibility or inability to endorse change); and/or demanding (three for me, one for you attitude).
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