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 »
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5 Resume Tips for HR Professionals
As an HR professional, you probably think you have your resume in the bag. Why wouldn’t you? Reviewing resumes is a big part of many HR jobs, so you’ve seen enough to know what’s good and what’s bad. But, like the stereotype that doctors are the worst patients, human resources professionals can run into some obstacles… 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 »
Your Data Entry Application Has a Big Mistake On It…
For better or worse, online job applications are the new normal when it comes to applying for your next data entry position. You find jobs on line, fill out extensive applications, and move on to the next one. But when you don’t get a call back, it can feel frustrating and your first instinct might… Read more »
Want to Retain Your Top Admin Employees? Use These Tips
You may not realize it, but there is a pretty good chance that at least one top performer on your administrative team is currently looking for a new job. Job dissatisfaction often goes unnoticed by management until it is too late. So what can you do to ensure you’re putting forth the effort to retain… Read more »
Motivation Crashing Halfway Through the Year? Pick It Back Up!
Motivation is something you have to work at all the time. And there are plenty of distractions that can take your attention away from your motivation. It’s no surprise that motivation begins to wane as the summertime rolls in. The sunshine and promise of longer days make you antsy at your desk, which can eat… Read more »
Are You Keeping Up with These Workforce Management Trends?
We’re halfway through the year, and as the hot summer months close in on us, it is a good time to review your management techniques and implement any new strategies that could help you remain successful throughout the rest of 2017. Have you been keeping up with the current workforce management trends? Before you get… 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 »
Don’t Let Frustration Ruin Your Job Search!
If you’ve been looking for a job longer than you expected, you may be feeling frustration creeping in. Searching for a job is hard work, and it can feel harder when you’re facing rejection or an extended period of unemployment. But this feeling of frustration can really impede your ability to land a new job… 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 »