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Patricia McCann

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Regional Internet Manager, AT&T Advertising

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Aug. 31, 2011

Patricia McCann and 42 other people answered this question

What do you do when a candidate has misspellings on their resume?

Depends on the job requirements & the frequency of errors IMO. If hiring editors, proofreaders, writers, people who prepare proposals, more than 1 error is problematic.
Maybe spell check auto corrected incorrectly. Maybe English isn't their native language. I've coached a number of ESL folks ... more

Human Resources

Career Development

Aug. 31, 2011

Patricia McCann recommends this answer by Carl Herrick

What's the best project management advice that you've ever been given?

Ask the tough questions up front. Don't assume anything.
Set clear upfront verbal contracts, especially on deliverables, to validate commitment by all parties and the consequences of failure to keep those commitments.
Create opportunities for early victories to build confidence and momentum and take time ... more

Information Technology

Project Management

Project Planning

Aug. 15, 2011

Patricia McCann and 104 other people answered this question

What do you think successful people do that others don't?

Ability to learn from failure, revise your plan and keep working toward the dream or goal deserves a top 10 spot in "success" list. more

Aug. 12, 2011

Patricia McCann recommends this answer by Christine Crandell

What are the top 5 questions that you ask every prospect/customer?

There are never 5 general questions but I use 5 themes when I talk with B2B C-level leaders on their Buyers Journey alignment.
1. What is happening in their business?
2. What percentage of their sales teams make quota?
3. Does Marketing know what Buyers do and ... more

Sales Qualification

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