Improving Assessment Results by Studying The Brain’s Reactions

The role our emotions play in our decision-making processes is actually much deeper than you may realize. The brain can act in many different ways when we are reading and then answering questions. While we make decisions every day, we may not be aware that many of our quick decision-making abilities are reliant on our emotions. Below, we will uncover […]

Tips on How to be an Empathetic Leader

2020 is a year that will go into history books having being disrupted COVID-19. However, thriving even amid this storm is the desire of every business leader. As the workplaces continue to change gradually and as a leader, you must deliver to your level best. Empathy should be on your priority list, being the leader in your style of leadership. […]

Choose the Right Personality Assessment for Your Workplace

If you have decided to use personality assessment within your workplace, there are several options available to you. Sifting through all the available options at your disposal can be overwhelming. To make it easier, we at XQ Innovation broke it down for you. The Top Two Options The Myer-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is the most well-known personality assessment. Its popularity […]

Hiring Gen Z The Right Way

Born after 1996, Gen Z — Generation Z — is a new breed. The plan was to inherit a low unemployment rate of record proportions. A strong economy was once Gen Z’s oyster. Along came the pandemic and reshaped the economic, political, and social landscape. Gen Z remains a desirable segment of politics. Still, our newest generation is walking toward […]

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7 Ways An Empathetic Leader Makes A Difference In Your Workplace

In 2020, the workplace continues to rapidly change. One of the key factors that leaders need to consider now is what role does empathy play in your leadership style. 96% of employees agree that showing empathy is a crucial way to advance employee retention, according to Forbes. But the same article found that while 92% of CEOs feel their organization […]

Benchmarking Basics: Build An Economy-Proof Team

Hire For Longevity Your company now has access to a higher-quality talent pool than ever before due to the job market being gradually reshaped by the pandemic. You are in a unique position to find the perfect fit for your next open role, and using a benchmarking process will ensure you build an economy-proof team. Consider benchmarking for longevity—now […]

Why is Self-Awareness Important? [Podcast]

On January 31, 2020, Joe Keshmiri and Cyrus Kennedy of XQ Innovation joined ORION to discuss the value of XQ — a combination of IQ (intelligence quotient), EQ (emotional quotient), and personality traits. When you triangulate these three things together, you can create amazing collaboration at work. We learn it’s about understanding the human mind and making sure strategies have your […]

Sparking Growth by Investing in Your Existing People

While most businesses are willing to invest in growth through the implementation of streamlined procedures, new marketing initiatives, or infrastructure improvements, many ignore their most precious resource for growth – their employees. A Japanese concept called Jinzai claims that people should be viewed as the single most important treasure of a company, not just another line item on a budget. […]

What is Happening to HR?

Human Resources (HR) is at a crossroads. Business leaders and HR professionals understand that disengaged and unhappy workers have a negative impact on productivity and profitability, yet not all modern HR strategies are addressing these concerns. In fact, a 2017 Gallup poll found business units in the top quartile of engagement realize 17% higher productivity, 20% higher sales and 21% […]

What is a Chief People Officer (CPO)?

Now, more than ever, employees are demanding a clearer focus on company culture, and a more holistic approach to people management. Especially among the millennial workforce, a company’s commitment to enrichment and continued employee growth is a crucial piece of the vetting process when considering employment opportunities. Chief People Officer (CPO) is a role that enhances the traditional HR focus […]