There will always be poor candidates applying for any given job. Of that, you can be sure. Why are you hiring them every single time? Bad candidates are in any given applicant pool, and their shortcomings are not immediately obvious. However, hiring them does not have to be a forgone conclusion! Even in today’s interconnected andContinue reading “Tips for Hiring the Wrong Person Every Time, Guaranteed!”
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Is Your Feedback Effective? Mistakes Managers Make When Reviewing Performance
As a manager, giving feedback is perhaps your most crucial task. Are employees receptive to the way you give criticism? Does your feedback encourage employees to perform, or does it create resentment? Does it improve morale? Do your methods keep them in line with business objectives, or does it become a source of distraction? ThereContinue reading “Is Your Feedback Effective? Mistakes Managers Make When Reviewing Performance”
Is HR Ready for Changes in 2013?
Are you ready for the New Year? Don’t let you and your Human Resources people be caught unprepared! With the start of a New Year, companies need to gear up for new tax laws and regulations. Don’t be fooled; changes in regulations are frustrating for every employee—especially those in HR. In times of corporate change,Continue reading “Is HR Ready for Changes in 2013?”
The Art of the Stay Interview
Does your company perform stay interviews? If not, they may be missing a valuable resource; to learn how employees really feel — and perhaps discover the secret of profitability! No one will dispute the importance of a good interview; it can be the core of a company’s recruitment strategy. In fact, good hiring practices—highlighted by a strong interviewContinue reading “The Art of the Stay Interview”
Company Holiday Party Survival Tips
The holiday season is here—now is the time to party! With the economy improving, more companies are planning to reward their employees with a holiday party. The company party can be an exciting opportunity to have fun outside the boundaries of the office, but it can also be a minefield of trouble—enough to even derail a career.Continue reading “Company Holiday Party Survival Tips”
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