Hiring is expensive and a hassle, and nobody likes to go through the entire interviewing process only to fall in love with a candidate who leaves within a year. But since most hiring agreements are at-will, and employees are free to say goodbye whenever they choose, there
What changes, trends and notable shifts did 2013 bring to the world of employment and staffing? And what predictions can we make as employers and job seekers set goals for the year ahead? Here are a few of the most noteworthy trends affecting the hiring marketplace in 2013 and 2014. 1. The recovery is underway. The economic slowdown of 2008 is behind us, and as employees rebuild and expand their enterprises in a newly energized consumer environment, the job market [...]
Winter can be a challenging time for employees, but as distractions pile up and the doldrums set in, this season can present an even bigger obstacle for managers. Here are a few ways to keep your teams on track regardless of holiday cheer, snowy roads, slow cold mornings, and limited daylight hours. Set a Good Example 99 percent of leadership comes from showing, not telling. If you want your employees to show up on time, every day, for every meeting, [...]
The fall is here, which means change is in the air. It
How can you ever be sure that you are hiring a candidate with ethics similar to your company
It seems that hiring employees only to have them jump ship a few months after signing their contracts is all too common. When a company is afflicted by Revolving Door Syndrome, many facets of operation are affected. Staff dynamics can become terse or untrusting, making creating a positive, productive company culture nearly impossible. Your bottom line can tank, due to the high costs of the hiring cycle. Is this an ideal environment in which to thrive and achieve? If not, [...]
Summer can be known as the season of slacking; after all, we are conditioned as children to view the months of June, July, and August as months of increased fun and freedom--and decreased work and responsibility. No one wants to take the pleasures out of summer, so it is important to find way to keep your employees focused this season while still maintaining a level of enjoyment for yourself and your office. 1. Hold a meeting or two outside. If [...]
Employee engagement can begin to wane at certain points in the year. As the weather gets warmer, the days get longer, and vacations begin their siren songs, productivity and motivation reach low points--which can cost you time, money and momentum. This summer, try upping your employees
Business is made up of relationships. Consider all the bonds you have within your company: relationships with clients, with other companies, with co-workers--all of these ties create the web which connects us all in the business world. Without positive relationships, we cannot excel and we cannot move forward. Take proactive steps to build better relationships by doing the following: Intermittently scan your body language. Often, you may find that you are sending unintentional signals with the way you stand, your [...]
