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You can't be truly innovative if no one signs off on your biggest ideas. As part of our Creative Team of the Future project, Disney creative director Will Gay shares some tips and insights on how to sell your ideas and win over decision makers.
Q. Why should a hiring manager schedule a phone interview? A. Once you have your applicant pool narrowed down, dialing up candidates to ask some initial questions – and further narrow down your list – can be more efficient than inviting them all in for in-person interviews.
For some managers, employment references are just a resume tack-on, barely worth a glance. The truth is, checking job references can be invaluable when it comes to thoroughly evaluating your candidates.
Find out which six positions in tech and creative have rising starting salaries for 2015, according to research from The Creative Group and Robert Half Technology.
Some people think that to be a successful creative business leader you need a killer instinct or take-all mentality. But Stanley Hainsworth, founder and chief creative officer of Tether, says true leadership requires generosity, compassion and a willingness to let others lead.
