There is a lot of information today about artificial intelligence and neural networks. So what do you need to know as a business, especially in such a manufacturing and automation-heavy job environment like the Detroit area? Before you make any decisions for your business and technology, let’s take a closer look at the current trends… Read more »
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How to Calculate the Cost of a Bad Office Hire
There are plenty of reasons to avoid a bad hire, but the high cost may be the most significant. Not only will a bad hire affect production and employee morale, but it can also greatly impact the money you spend, the profits you bring in, and every other financial aspect of your organization. But how… Read more »
Get Battle Ready: The War for Talent Is On
As the tides of history wax and wane, so does the balance of power in the job market. For a while, companies had the upper hand, especially in the time right after the recession. Today, that dichotomy is flipping and finding the best talent on the market can be complex and difficult, and referred to… Read more »
5 Tips for Promoting Work-Life Balance
Have you thought much about the work/life balance of your staff? If not, it may be time to reconsider how you structure your office environment and treat your team. An imbalance between work and life can lead to increased stress and burnout. In turn, this can cause problems with productivity and conflict in your business…. Read more »
Does Bias Creep In When Hiring Admin Employees?
You may not think about it, but unconscious bias impacts every decision you make about the people around you. And this is definitely true when it comes to hiring administrative employees. A lack of diversity in your staff can lead to broad issues, but diversity can apply to so much more than race and gender…. Read more »
Ready to Replace Your Employees with Robots?
This sounds like something out of science fiction, but experts believe that over half of work-related activities will be completely automated by 2055, eliminating the need for human workers in these capacities. While this might not be right around the corner, companies would do well to consider the implications of advancements in robotics and digital… Read more »
What Customer Service Reps Are Really Looking For (Hint: It’s Not Money!)
Finding the right motivation for a team of customer service reps can be the difference between good production and top production. But many hiring managers automatically equate success with money. But what if it isn’t money at all that motivates your team? It is important to know what customer service reps are really looking for… Read more »
Is It Impossible to Retain Your Top Employees?
Every corporate ladder has a top rung. And most of the time a company is structured like a pyramid. There are more entry-level and mid-level positions available than executive opportunities. For this reason, many companies believe they won’t be able to retain their top employees as they grow in their careers and look for more high-level opportunities…. Read more »
Ready to Hire? Don’t Forget to Ask Candidates These 5 Questions
Interviewing, just like any other skill, is something you need to practice. No one starts out intuitively knowing how to interview or ask all the right questions of candidates for open positions. But learning how can be the difference between making the right hire and bringing on someone who is not a good fit for… Read more »
2017 Will Be a Candidate-Driven Market. Can Your Business Succeed?
It has taken nearly 10 years, but the job market has finally switched focus. Since the recession, companies have been in the driver’s seat. With far more qualified candidates for open jobs, a hiring manager could afford to be picky with the choices available. The pendulum has swung the other direction, and now the shoe… Read more »