In recent years, companies are becoming much more aware of how they operate regarding diversity and inclusion. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) have come to the forefront of priorities for many companies. While this is good news for everyone to excel at DEI initiatives, it means more than just representation in the workforce. It’s about… Read More »
Finding the right candidates to hire for your open positions is crucial. Good hires are more likely to contribute to positive morale in addition to the bottom line and are also more likely to stay for a longer duration, reducing employee turnover. These benefits also keep costs in check, which nearly every company values. Can… Read More »
If you’re in a position to hire workers for your team, you have an important responsibility. What happens when you are interviewing for an open position, and you have a few candidates who seem like they are both very qualified in their skills and experience? Soft skills are often what will set one candidate apart… Read More »
Every industry works with deadlines. Some industries have better processes to deliver on deadlines successfully, and even more, some companies have a greater handle on project management best practices that help them execute any deadline with a look of ease. Meeting deadlines with quality work isn’t just about expecting your team to “get it done.”… Read More »
In today’s manufacturing world, a common topic is how to bridge the skills gap so you can have a strong, talented team. The younger workforce doesn’t realize the career potential of the manufacturing industry. Meanwhile, the older workers are retiring after long, successful careers. These problems can impact any manufacturing company, regardless of their size. … Read More »
When it comes to new employees, companies often don’t think about the time between when they accept the offer and when their first day on the job begins. 5 Ways to Engage New Employees Before They Start on Day One Send a Welcome Email Upon a candidate accepting a job offer from you, one of… Read More »
Is there ever a season when you can take a break from recruiting? Even if it’s not a top priority or urgent need, a manager should keep recruiting efforts going in the background so they don’t have to scramble when the need arises. 3 Ways to Recruit Skilled Pickers & Packers As a manager who’s… Read More »
If you’ve recently lost an employee, you know what it’s like to have an increase in workload. As a manager, it’s helpful if you take on some of the work so the rest of your employees don’t absorb it all and get demotivated or stressed out. Unfortunately, while you have your normal responsibilities and priorities,… Read More »
For many managers, terminating an employee is the least favorite responsibility of the job. Despite anyone’s strong hand at management, knowing that you have to let someone go from their livelihood is a tough task. Nonetheless, that comes with a job. Even more important than having that tough conversation is the ability to discern whether… Read More »
When you have an open position in manufacturing, it can be a highly competitive interviewing process. It’s a great problem to have a position with so much qualified interest, but it can be a challenge to determine which candidate is the best fit for your company. Prepare yourself for the interviews to find your best… Read More »