ASSESSMENTS The corporate world today is focused on concepts of leadership, retention, management, attracting the "right" type of employee and other various aspects of the people-side of business. Organizational development professionals are using buzzwords such as "talent" and "attitudes". Focus is on retaining and developing a company's most valuable asset-people. This concept is what we refer to as Human Capital Management. Management of an organization's human capital starts prior to hiring. It starts with only hiring individuals that possess the characteristics needed for the job, matching the motivators satisfied by the job and the culture of the company. We offer assessments to determine the behavioral characteristics and attitudes that naturally "fit" with a position. Employing a person with these characteristics and attitudes will decrease job stress, increase job satisfaction, and increase productivity. Once an individual is on the team, you need effective and time-conscious ramp-up and training. Giving an individual the tools and resources necessary to be successful in a position is critical. Targeted training based on the pre-assessed requirements of the job is most effectively delivered in an individualized, blended learning program. This would include the basis of how to communicate effectively with all behavioral styles. This will assure that the all team members maximize their strengths. Effective communication between management and staff is essential. We have assessments to determine how a person will interact with peers, subordinates and supervisors. We offer self-development assessments and interactive processes as well as 360-degree assessments for performance management. What drives you to live the life you live everyday? Many of us strive to achieve balance between our professional and personal lives. We firmly believe in this development of the total person. This balance is partially accomplished by knowing yourself and how to effectively communicate your convictions. Another aspect in achieving balance is finding your passion. Fulfilling one's passion will give the individual a stronger sense of purpose and a renewed sense of self. Our assessments and professional development processes will help each client find and harness this passion.