Columbus, OH

Washington, DC

Deryl McKissack is no stranger to spotting toxic traits. McKissack, 63, is the founder and CEO of Washington D.C.-based construction firm McKissack & McKissack, which she launched with $1,000 from her savings in 1990. She churned through employees who weren't the right fit in her company's early years and the business struggled, she says.

63-year-old CEO shares the top 3 red flags she sees in employees: ‘No one wants to be in their presence'

It takes an expert's eyes to spot toxic traits in the people they hire for their business or company. Entrepreneur Deryl McKissack is one such expert. The 63-year-old founder and CEO of Washington D.C.-based construction firm McKissack & McKissack had humble beginnings, kickstarting her business with $1,000 in 1990, reports CNBC. McKissack has since grown her company to generate $25 million per year in revenue. She shared her success story on CNBC Make It, weighing in on how a successful business requires contribution from the right kind of employees.

CEO reveals the three major red flags she looks out for when hiring and people are taking notes

Editor's note: This article was originally published on April 11, 2022. It has since been updated. Most of us in the workforce are familiar with the anxiety and dread attached to the "I'm quitting" talk with a manager. In far too many cases, such conversations are met with hostility and resentment from higher-ups who make the employees feel as though their decision to move on to greener pastures is nothing less than a betrayal. But this doesn't have to be the case, according to Human Resources expert and TikTok user Daniel Space—better known as Dan From HR on the social media platform. Space believes that managers should respond to an employee leaving a company with support.

HR expert shares what managers should ideally say when an employee decides to quit

Everyone needs a bit of resilience at some point in their lives. You might need to bounce back from a tough breakup, learn a seemingly impossible skill at work or recover from a surgery. No matter the form, adversity requires mental toughness and self-reassurance to overcome it successfully. Some people...

3 common phrases mentally resilient people never use, from psychologists and an executive coach

Entrepreneur

Cathryn Lavery built planner and conversation card deck company BestSelf Co. without any formal business education.

She Had Less Than $800 When She Started a Side Hustle — Then This Personal Advice From Tony Robbins Helped Her Make $45 Million

Community Voices represent independent, third-party users who have joined our contributor program but not yet verified their accounts. Community Voices are expected, like all users, to adhere to our Community Standards.

community_voice

NewsNinja

A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

Writers represent independent, third-party users who have joined our contributor program and self-verified their accounts. Writers are expected, like all users, to adhere to our Community Standards.

writer

Dontae

An intelligent person has solutions for everything except self-love. What is hidden in the inner world of extremely intelligent people that makes them constantly doubt themselves?

8 Signs You're Smart But Don't Realize It Because of Low Self-Esteem

Jessica Jackson was afraid of heights when she first started her job as a wind turbine service technician — now, she spends most of her days working 300 feet in the air. Jackson, 37, is a technician at Vestas, a wind turbine manufacturer, in Bee County, Texas, and earns $73,000 per year.

37-year-old mom earns $73,000 in one of the most in-demand jobs in the world—and it doesn't require a degree: 'I love what I do'

Chris Pyle spends the entirety of his workdays wearing a white tank top and boxer shorts, sitting in a recliner. It's an unusual setting for a mechanic, but a profitable one. Pyle started answering strangers' questions about their gas and diesel engines on JustAnswer as a side hustle in October 2006.

45-year-old mechanic quit his full-time job for his side hustle—now he makes $14,200 a month: My paycheck is 'very consistent’

Herbie J Pilato

Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

New York Post

Do you ever feel like you’ve been put on pause?

A therapist’s explanation of stress resonated with TikTok users after a patient shared their wise words in a recent post on the app.

“My therapist told me,” the user wrote in a recent text-based video with 2.7 million views. “The reason you are in bed rotting each day, won’t text people back and won’t leave the house is because you are stuck in ‘functional freeze’ after living with such extreme stress that your brain feels disassociated from your body, so even the simplest of tasks now feel overwhelming.”



While not a bona fide...

What is ‘functional freeze’? Therapist explains why you’re overwhelmed by everyday tasks

rolling out

The phenomenon of men leaving women with children to create new families is a complex and multifaceted issue. It raises questions about commitment, societal pressures, and the challenges of modern relationships. This article delves into the reasons behind this behavior, offering insights into the emotional and psychological factors at play.

Why men leave women with children to create new families

This test has taken the internet by storm with its astonishing accuracy. Find out what this test reveals about your personality. Experts emphasize that the way you perceive and evaluate others says a lot about your own character. Research shows that people who often evaluate others negatively are more prone to anxiety and self-doubt, while those who are more empathetic tend to be more confident. This is because our worldview and perception of others is a direct reflection of our own personality.

Personality Test: Which Woman Is the Oldest? Your Answer Will Tell You What Kind of Person You Are

Colorado State

Contributors represent independent, third-party users who have joined our contributor program and self-verified their accounts. They have also demonstrated their experience writing hard news for other outlets. Contributors are expected, like all users, to adhere to our Community Standards.

contributor

David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Small talk may not always be much, but it leaves a lasting impact than we think. Even though some people may think that making small talk is pointless or boring, others consider it a vital part of meeting new people, especially in strange places. Also, it offers an opportunity to express who we are while building personal connections with people. Similarly, in an interview with CNBC Make It, Stanford Graduate School of Business lecturer, podcast host and communication expert Matt Abrahams shares the importance of small talk and the top phrase that people who excel at it always use.

Expert believes this one phrase can make people's small talk meaningful and interesting

21Ninety

The seven year itch is a term that suggests couples may feel dissatisfaction or restlessness in their relationship around the seven-year mark. This concept has been popularized in media and psychology, reflecting a period where relationships might face challenges and stagnation. Understanding the seven year itch can help couples navigate this phase and strengthen their… Continue reading What is the Seven Year Itch in Relationships and How to Combat It

What is the Seven Year Itch in Relationships and How to Combat It

Parade

9 Red Flags of Workplace Manipulation and How to Respond, According to Psychologists

Personality tests have gained popularity as tools for self-knowledge and reflection, helping us gain a deeper understanding of our traits, values, beliefs, and behavior. Among the various types of personality tests, those that use optical illusions are particularly appealing. These tests provide an intriguing and unconventional look into our inner world, revealing hidden aspects of our consciousness.

Quick Personality Analysis: The First Thing You See in 4 Images Will Tell You a Lot About You

In a world where more people are working remotely or in a hybrid situation, it is even more challenging to hire, train and retain great people. And, how you communicate with your new hires greatly impacts the odds of their success. It is one thing to communicate in writing through a job description what is expected and required of the new team member in terms of performance, but such formal and static communication isn’t nearly enough. Often, employees can become disillusioned if there is little informal and proactive communication coming from colleagues or their direct supervisor. This can lead to feelings of isolation, which in turn can have a negative impact on the new team member’s performance.

Lessons in Leadership: Communicating with New Hires

Libby Shively McAvoy, ANMAB

At some point in life, we all have encountered the typical know-it-all -the person who thinks they have a wealth of information on every subject you bring up, and this person will dominate every conversation. The know-it-all has difficulty listening to or valuing anyone else's opinion on any given topic. Their novelty wears off, and they are not fun to be around.

The Struggle with Know-It-Alls: Seeking Attention and Lacking Emotional Intelligence

NewsBreak

3 phrases the most successful employees never use at work, from CEOs and psychologists

Sometimes, what separates successful people from everyone else isn't what they say — it's what they don't say. You might want to avoid jargon in the...

3 phrases the most successful employees never use at work, from CEOs and psychologists

Comments / 0