The right employees can make the difference between a happy, harmonious workplace and one that’s tense and unproductive. That’s why it’s so important to find the right people who fit into your workplace’s culture, but this can be tough. Here are some things you should look for in a new employee. A good initial application … Read more
Image source The coronavirus pandemic is creating unprecedented challenges, both for public health and the economy—and those challenges are causing many businesses to lay off their employees and shutter their doors, at least for the time being. If your business is having to lay off employees, the process can feel overwhelming and confusing. Let’s take … Read more
Technology has dramatically changed the way human resources departments operate, from the way they interact with employees to how they track and analyze employee performance and recruit new workers. At its best, technology can help HR departments streamline operations, improve data collection and storage, and improve productivity. But that’s not always the way it works. … Read more
Recessions are an inevitable and natural part of the economic cycle. As consumer demand dwindles, businesses scale back production and hiring. This leads to even less consumer spending, which further fuels the downward spiral. Economic downturns are inherently worrying especially for small business owners that might not have the financial resources to cover ongoing expenses. … Read more
Employee Engagement is a proven technique that can help organizations maximize their productivity and climb the ladders of success. Thus, aspiring employers like you, from across the globe, always find themselves brooding over ways to establish a culture of absolute employee engagement in their organization. This article will serve as a beacon in helping you … Read more
Hiring new employees to fill a dynamic and demanding position can be a difficult task at times, but nothing too impossible to pull off if you have some idea of what to look for. The thing is, other than a well-written CV with some interesting entries in it, it’s important that you, as the employer, … Read more
There’s one word that makes C-level executives, human resources departments, operations personnel, sales teams, and financial staffs cringe: Turnover. When a single new hire doesn’t work out, stress ripples through the organization. When it happens repeatedly, those ripples of stress quickly become a tidal wave that wipes out profits, employee engagement, and revenue growth. Turnover … Read more
From budding startups to multinational corporations, hiring managers share a common goal: attract top talent. It’s no secret that companies vie for high-quality candidates. In fact, a 2017 study by PWC found that “ 77% of CEOs see the availability of key skills as the biggest threat to their business.” However, there are actionable strategies … Read more
(via: https://pixabay.com/photos/tie-necktie-adjust-adjusting-man-690084/) While it would be lovely if everyone loved their job, this, unfortunately, isn’t the case. In fact, more than half of American workers are unhappy with their jobs. Thankfully, you don’t need to feel stuck in your job and are free to quit and seek out a job you will enjoy. But one … Read more
People who want to get into the recruitment game usually share a similar story. First, they hear that there’s better money to be made in recruitment than their current line of work. Second, they believe themselves to have the transferrable skills required to become a professional matchmaker. That’s pretty much it. There really is no … Read more
Working in HR is not as simple as some would believe. A lot of people depend on you and value your opinion and a lot of them need your help to get on with their daily duties. As well as that, it’s your job to give the company a good name and make sure everything … Read more
Source-Pixabay Turning in a great looking resume is essential when trying to land a good job. Not only will your resume need to look great, but it also needs to be the right length. Over 17% of hiring managers discard a resume if it is over a page long. If you want to land … Read more
An organization puts in a considerable effort to train and polish the talent of its employees. It is because of this constant effort that you feel disheartened and cheated when your employee leaves your office. Though you have put your heart and soul into the right honing of your employee, there are some definite reasons, … Read more
In recent years, there has been a noticeable shift in the way companies and recruitment agencies search for talents. From a focus on hard or technical skills, the emphasis is now on soft skills. These skills of the future demonstrate a candidate’s work ethic and overall character, playing a significant factor in how well of … Read more