CPI World Report
 
2nd Quarter 2009
 
Success Story

Candidate Bounces Back Strong in Ailing Industry

Margie Allen's determination, energy, and coaching from CPI firm Torchiana, Mastrov & Sapiro (San Francisco Bay area) landed her a great new position in retail. The retail industry has been hit especially hard by the economic downturn; Allen became a victim.  However, using CPI's self-assessment process gave Allen the assurance that she was aligned with her career passion. That and one-on-one coaching added to her momentum in finding short-term consulting and permanent  positions in the retail industry.  more
 
 
 
Doing the Right Thing

If your company will be forced to go through downsizing, you'll be interested in knowing more about the severance packages that others are offering. Packages are being routinely scrutinized and compared by pundits. How will you stack up, as you try to do the right thing by your employees? more


 
Talking a Good Game

Michael Moran of CPI firm Fairplace in UK offers advice to management on initiating talent management discussions with employees. Open conversations that map organizational needs to employee development needs help both parties, he explains. more

 
Hitting the Up Button

Like deciding which button to hit on the elevator, your morale doesn't have to be controlled by external circumstances. Kris Girrell of CPI firm Camden Consulting Group offers a practical approach for both managers and employees to "take control" and stay upbeat in spite of the economy. more

 
National Nuances of Coaching

As an international firm, no one knows better than CPI how coaching practices can vary from nation to nation, even though the basic principles and tenets remain largely the same. In addition, a cross-cultural component is included in many executive coaching programs, especially for those who are unaccustomed to other cultures. Founding partners of CPI firms in the U.S. and Columbia share some of their insights. more

 
Why Companies Are Investing in E-Learning Now!

Join our webinars to see why e-Learning is up in a down market:

  • May 12 –  10:00 a.m. EDT and 4:00 p.m. EDT
  • June 23 – 10:00 a.m. EDT and 4:00 p.m. EDT
These CPI e-Learning events are designed to help you select learning solutions that will increase employee engagement and business performance. more details
 
 
Who's In the News
Career Partners International is pleased to announce the addition of four firms - two in South America, and two in North America. more
 
Media outlets often turn to CPI for commentary, particularly for tips on managing during volatile economic times. Visit CPI In the News to read what our partners have to say.
Join Us at SHRM
CPI invites you to join us at this year's Society of Human Resource Management in New Orleans!  We'll be in Booth #146. The convention theme is HR Leadership for the New Economy. More details at:
Ask the Career Coach
Q: How can I develop my own career plan?

A: Following your heart should be a guiding principle. more
 
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