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Courtney Evans

Courtney studied English Literature and Creative Writing at University and is the Editorial Assistant for CEO Today, Lawyer Monthly and Finance Monthly writing articles for all three publications. Courtney is an experienced writer who enjoys researching for the articles. When she’s not working, Courtney can be found planning her next budget friendly trip and trying to tick off new experiences on her ever-growing bucket list.

How Can Hiring and Onboarding Boost Employee Retention and Reduce Turnover?

September 18, 2025
Onboarding for Retention: How to Keep New Employees Engaged from Day One Retaining top talent starts well before an employee’s first day. A thoughtful hiring process ensures the right people join the team, while a structured onboarding program sets them up for long-term success. When organizations neglect this early investment, the risks are high—new hires […]
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From Tap to Trust: How Tokenized Credentials and Agentic AI Are Revolutionizing Transit Payments—Q&A With Rahulkumar Chawda

September 18, 2025
From Tap to Trust: How Tokenized Credentials and Agentic AI Are Revolutionizing Transit Payments—Q&A With Rahulkumar Chawda Written by Winslow Schmelling CEO Today September 2025 Transit systems, historically conservative with digital innovation, are accelerating change at a rapid pace. Public transportation is emerging as one of the most active proving grounds for intelligent, seamless payments. […]
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Are Background Checks the Key to Smarter Hiring?

September 18, 2025
What Are the Best Practices for Conducting a Comprehensive Background Check in 2025? Why Background Checks Are Now a CEO-Level Priority Hiring and onboarding processes have always been important, but in today’s environment they are a direct determinant of business performance. A single mis-hire can drain financial resources, disrupt team culture, and put compliance at […]
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How Do You Build an Employer Brand That Attracts Passive Job Seekers?

September 18, 2025
Winning the War for Talent: How Do You Build an Employer Brand That Attracts Passive Job Seekers? Why Employer Branding Is Now a CEO Priority In today’s hyper-competitive landscape, the traditional model of recruitment is obsolete. The global workforce is not made up primarily of job hunters; according to LinkedIn, more than 70% of professionals […]
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How Can CEOs Ensure New Hire Success in the First 90 Days?

September 18, 2025
The Strategic Imperative: Engineering New Hire Success in the First 90 Days For today’s CEOs, hiring and onboarding are no longer side projects handled by HR. They are strategic imperatives that shape culture, innovation, and financial health. A single mis-hire can drain resources, damage morale, and slow growth. The U.S. Department of Labor estimates that […]
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Is Free Speech in America on Life Support?

September 18, 2025
License to Silence: How FCC Threats Are Undermining the First Amendment The abrupt removal of Jimmy Kimmel Live! from the schedules of many local ABC-affiliated stations following pressure from the Trump administration has sent shockwaves through media and politics alike. On the surface, this may look like just another late-night controversy. But beneath the headlines […]
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What Is the True Cost of a Bad Hire for CEOs in 2025?

September 17, 2025
The Cost of a Bad Hire: A CEO’s Guide to Mitigating Risk When it comes to scaling a business, few mistakes are as costly—or as avoidable—as hiring the wrong person. Recruitment and onboarding are no longer HR side projects but CEO-level priorities. In 2025, the CEO’s guide to hiring and onboarding is clear: a single […]
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Leveraging AI to Streamline Your Hiring and Recruitment Process

September 17, 2025
For CEOs and HR leaders, hiring top talent has never been more competitive. Traditional recruitment methods are often slow, costly, and prone to human bias. Enter artificial intelligence (AI): a game-changing tool that is transforming how organizations source, evaluate, and onboard employees. By streamlining both hiring and onboarding, AI not only reduces inefficiencies but also […]
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Should You Hire for Culture Fit or Culture Add?

September 17, 2025
Beyond the Resume: Screening for Culture Add, Not Culture Fit Hiring decisions are among the most consequential choices a CEO or business leader can make. Traditionally, companies leaned heavily on the idea of “culture fit” — seeking candidates who blended seamlessly with existing teams. But in today’s dynamic environment, that mindset can limit innovation and […]
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How Can You Spot True Leadership Potential in an Interview?

September 17, 2025
5 Interview Questions That Reveal a Candidate’s True Leadership Potential Hiring a leader is one of the highest-stakes decisions a business can make. The wrong choice can cost millions, stall productivity, and disrupt team dynamics. The right hire, on the other hand, can unlock innovation, improve retention, and elevate an entire organization. For CEOs and […]
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How Can CEOs Perfect Onboarding for Remote & Hybrid Teams?

September 16, 2025
The Ultimate Onboarding Checklist for Remote & Hybrid Teams For today’s CEOs, managers, and HR leaders, onboarding isn’t a box to tick—it’s a business-critical strategy. In remote and hybrid workplaces, the way you welcome and equip new hires directly impacts productivity, retention, and long-term team performance. If onboarding feels rushed or fragmented, you risk disengagement, […]
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How Do You Write a Job Description That Attracts Top-Tier Talent?

September 16, 2025
Why Job Descriptions Are More Than Just Paperwork A job description is often treated as an afterthought — a checklist of duties and qualifications slapped together before posting. But for companies competing for top-tier talent, that approach won’t cut it. Think of the job description as the opening line of your pitch to the market. […]
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