Staffing for Culture: What You Need to Look For

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Hiring candidates for the skills they possess is only one part of the puzzle that will ensure success. In today’s complex workplace, it is also important that your employees fit your company culture. You want to work with individuals who share the same values and will be able to live out your corporate mission statement…. Read more »

Can Apps Make You a Better Manager? Yes!

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There are a lot of characteristics of a strong manager, but many of them come down to making organization a top priority. Not only will your organizational structure filter down to your team members, but you will also remain in control of your own processes in a more concise way. In today’s age of increased… Read more »

Think Millennials Are Slackers? Maybe You’re Not Managing Them Right!

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Is there any generation that can escape the label of “slacker?” Generation X practically invented the term, and then went on to produce some of the most prolific entrepreneurs in history. Millennials are no different. Older generations see them as entitled and lazy. They say that millennials expect people to hand them opportunities rather than… Read more »

5 Best Tips for Managing Challenging Employees

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Personality differences can be a real challenge in the office. If someone isn’t getting along or not playing well with others your first response doesn’t have to be termination. As a manager there are many options for you when approaching your most challenging employees, before they become toxic. Here are five ways you can create… Read more »

Why Hiring the Best Candidate Isn’t Just About the Best Interviewer

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When you start the hiring process to fill a new position, you are looking for someone who has the skills to match and the accomplishments to prove that they will be a good fit. Some people are masters at interviewing, but lack the ability to back up their claims once they start working. Hiring the… Read more »

How to Tell If Your Candidate Has the Right Personality for the Job

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Hiring for the right skills and experience is only part of the process when it comes to making sure your new employee is a good fit for the company. The candidate’s personality and their ability to work with your existing team is just as important. While it is easy to screen and even test for… Read more »

Difficult Employees? Here’s What to Do

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In a perfect world, all of your employees will take direction well, be satisfied with their work, understand constructive criticism, and never cause a problem in the workplace. However, in the real world there are all different types of employees — including those who may be considered difficult. How do you manage someone who is… Read more »