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SMB Hiring: A Gameplan for Growth [Infographic]

Following the lead of Black Friday and Cyber Monday—two of the busiest shopping days of the holiday season—comes “Small Business Saturday.” The day after Black Friday is now reserved for those who shun the big box retailers, preferring use local merchants to complete their Christmas lists. This new shopping milestone is designed to promote theContinue reading “SMB Hiring: A Gameplan for Growth [Infographic]”

How to Spot Resume Lies

In a period of intense competition and shrinking budgets, recruiting, hiring and retaining the best employees is essential. The cost of a lousy hire is just too high. One problem—many people, in their quest to get a job, will not be accurate—or truthful—on a resume. With a few easy steps, you can protect you andContinue reading “How to Spot Resume Lies”

The Value of Employee Referrals [Infographic]

After a lengthy job search, you may have learned the indispensable principle of hiring—it truly is who you know. Networking with professional contacts is essential for job seekers in any business. High unemployment has led to a business environment where a larger number of candidates are applying for every open position. With that in mind,Continue reading “The Value of Employee Referrals [Infographic]”

Perception Gap: Between HR and Reality [Infographics]

How do your HR personnel keep a pulse on the organization? Kenexa asked HR professionals and employees about attitudes and commitment. Unfortunately, gaps still exist between employers and employees—in almost every area—from engagement to benefits administration.

4 Ways to Improve Employee Relationships NOW!

An effective recruiting, hiring and on-boarding strategy is certainly valuable (and highly rewarding), but about when the new hire is on board? The way an employee is treated sets the foundation for years of dedicated service. Are you, your organization and human resources people doing everything they can to make sure employees are devoted, dependable and (most of all)Continue reading “4 Ways to Improve Employee Relationships NOW!”