According to Azeconnomy.org, the state of Arizona earned a 2015 scorecard that ranked above average, but not soaring. Not great, according to researchers, but solid. This determination was based on the analysis of data gathered throughout the year, and it refers to three cornerstone metrics of state economy health
Would you describe your workplace culture as
When you choose candidates and make hiring decisions, you do your best to select candidates who are not only qualified but also nice. You search for people who are easy to work with, cool-headed and friendly. But despite your best efforts to hire team players, interpersonal chemistry takes over, and now and then, the members of your teams simply don
When you send an email to a direct report or a member of your team, you probably don
Workspace design can have a powerful influence on concentration, comfort and employee organization and motivation. There are no surprises here; for the most part, studies confirm what common sense suggests. Experienced managers recognize that focused, comfortable employees produce more and higher-quality work. They
As an employer, manager or supervisor, your employees are expected to approach you with any concerns, issues or questions they may have. While it's crucial to the success of any company that you maintain these open lines of communication, it's also important to remember that nobody is perfect. Indeed, there may be a situation or question that you simply don't have an answer to. Reducing Uncertainty For starters, you should always avoid telling an employee that you don't know an [...]
If your workplace functions like most companies, you probably conduct one formal round of employee evaluations per year. This is likely a time-consuming process with high stakes on both sides; employers lose sleep in their efforts to draft reviews that are fair, well written, comprehensive and meaningful. And employees lose sleep over concerns about negative feedback and plan to leverage positive feedback into raises and promotions. After the review cycle ends, major shake-ups occur. Promotions are put in place, salaries [...]
You want to staff your workplace with top talent, but as an experienced hiring manager, you
Business moves fast. But technology also moves fast, and as the demands on your team increase, new platforms keep appearing on the marketplace that can keep your groups connected, in touch and ahead of the competition. If you
You need to choose a staffing firm. You already know this move can drive your business forward. A contract with an established, professional staffing agency can help you stay lean and flexible during unpredictable business cycles. Putting your trust in a team of experts can help you attract top talent and identify the best candidates in a winning applicant pool. So your next move is clear. Only one question remains: How do you choose the best staffing firm in your [...]
