Employment – Page 27 – My Thoughts Exactly

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!”

Most Effective Recruiting in 2012? [Infographic]

Which recruiting sources worked the best in 2012? Has social media truly become a better way to find great talent? A new hiring practices survey conducted by Monster.com answers these questions and more. The best resource for new employees is your existing workforce—a majority of hires were found through referrals. The leading job boards (likeContinue reading “Most Effective Recruiting in 2012? [Infographic]”