Not everybody is good at business small talk; they cringe at the notion of pregnant pauses and awkward silence. Many who see themselves as goal-oriented individuals think business small talk is unrealistic; it does not have any purpose, or lead to a clear objective. They see it as a waste of time. Even those fewContinue reading “Pillow Talk? 5 Tips for the Art of Business Small Talk!”
Monthly Archives: May 2013
Background Checks, LIARs and Guns on the Job
As the debate over gun control rages, some observers believe letting employees carry guns to work is the answer. Any employer considering guns at work should have a good background check policy in place first. In the aftermath of several high-profile workplace shootings, some observers think the answer is arming employees, or allowing workers to bringContinue reading “Background Checks, LIARs and Guns on the Job”
Infographic Resumes: Here to Stay, Or Just a Passing Fad?
The most difficult part of a modern job search is determining if the latest technology is a definite movement or only a passing fad. One example is infographic resumes. Everyone agrees that finding a job can be a job in itself, especially for employers who have to sift through thousands of identical resumes. So it might be reasonable toContinue reading “Infographic Resumes: Here to Stay, Or Just a Passing Fad?”
Hire Better Quality Talent NOW With Proactive Recruitment
Nobody is successful by just sitting around; the same is true with recruitment. Proactive recruitment is the only way to go! To get the best talent, hiring managers, recruiters and human resources personnel need to stop last-minute hiring and start proactive recruitment! It is true that many hiring managers shudder when they hear the word “proactive.” TheyContinue reading “Hire Better Quality Talent NOW With Proactive Recruitment”
Better Recruitment Immediately in Four Steps!
At one time or another, many of us will need to recruit new employees. It is a part of doing business. Good recruitment strategies will unquestionably come in handy. Knowing the best practices of recruitment help employers as well as both new and existing employees. Effective recruitment is a win-win for everyone; new hires benefitContinue reading “Better Recruitment Immediately in Four Steps!”