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Melinda Bremley: How to Assess and Hire Top Talent for Your RIA

Nov 26, 2024
Melinda Bremley, a partner at Chapman & Co. Leadership Institute specializing in leadership assessment, shares her insights on identifying and nurturing effective leaders. She emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence (EQ) in career progression and discusses innovative hiring methods that go beyond traditional interviews. Bremley also explores the balance of cultural fit in hiring, the significance of clear performance management systems, and emphasizes self-reflection as a tool for overcoming leadership blind spots.
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INSIGHT

Traits of Top Leaders

  • Top leaders exhibit change agility, adapting to dynamic circumstances.
  • They use critical thinking to anticipate challenges and strategize solutions.
INSIGHT

Importance of EQ

  • Emotional intelligence (EQ) is crucial for success at all career levels.
  • While essential throughout, EQ is trainable and can be improved with coaching and practice.
ADVICE

Effective Performance Reviews

  • When delivering performance reviews, prepare thoroughly and avoid winging it.
  • Initiate a conversation by asking the individual for self-assessment before providing feedback.
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