Looking for a job can be tough. You’re being judged and evaluated by strangers, and there’s money (your salary!) on the line to boot. That’s one of the reasons that hope rises so high during the interview process. If only they hire you, not only will you have a great new job and a boost… Read More »
It’s a good idea to review your training processes periodically. Spring, the time of cleaning out the cobwebs and of rebirth, is a great time to do that. First, think about why you do training. There are three basic reasons. The first is ensuring competence: employees need to know how to do the work they… Read More »
Work-life balance is increasingly important to employees. As a result, flexible hours are becoming a highly sought-after benefit in workplaces. Understand the Term “Flex Hours” Flex hours can refer to several distinct ways of working. The term can mean employees having a schedule that falls outside of the regular 9-to-5 office day. A working day… Read More »
Whether you’re looking for a job or have a job and are being recruited for a new position, there are times when you might want to ask if your new job offer is too good to be true. Why? Well, perhaps you’re being offered a lot more money – above the range for the type… Read More »
One of the primary tasks of a manager is to help their employees with their own career goals. Whether it’s making sure they are trained properly or developing a promotional path, career goals are a great way to promote engagement with you and the company and to motivate employees to maximum effort and success. What’s… Read More »
If you’re looking for a new job, you should make LinkedIn a crucial part of your search. Why? Because it’s an essential job market for every field and every position. A whopping 87 percent of recruiters use LinkedIn to find people, so if you don’t have a profile, the likelihood that you’ll be overlooked for… Read More »
Unhappy employees can be challenging. More importantly, they can damage the workplace. They are usually far less productive, and their lack of productivity can affect both the teams they are part of and the entire output of the company. They often have poor morale as well, and that can infect co-workers. Unhappy employees may also… Read More »
Searching for candidates to fill open positions can be tough when the job market is as hot as it currently is. Unemployment levels are at record lows. The pool of candidates actively seeking jobs is not deep as a result. One strategy is to recruit passive job seekers – those who are not actively looking… Read More »
Success in business is all about who you know. From your clients to your professional partners (and even your competitors), the size and quality of your business network shape your success both now and in the future. Are you interested in expanding your network? These networking tips will help you build a more stable and… Read More »
If you’re trying to manage staffing at your business during the holidays, the season doesn’t always bring tidings of good cheer. Juggling the needs of a busy season with inevitable requests for time off from many staff members keeps many managers working overtime, but it doesn’t have to be that way. These handy tips and… Read More »