The Watercooler Blog is full of workplace tips and trends related to employee retention, engagement, interviewing and more. The Watercooler is frequently refilled, so gather ‘round often.
June 29, 2018As one of the biggest line items on a typical employer’s balance sheet, personnel expenses are a prime target for cost-cutting strategies. For years,…
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April 27, 2018Every aspect of the world of work – from the way you hire and manage employees to the way people search for jobs –…
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They’re all grown up – and taking the workplace by storm. They’re Generation Z (also known as iGen or homelanders), and they bring with…
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March 30, 2018#MeToo #TimesUp You’ve read the hashtags, heard the stories in the news, and seen the tide of black formal wear on the red carpet. But…
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They sailed through the interview phase. Their references checked out beautifully. They accepted your offer. Congratulations: You have yourself a great new hire!…
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March 7, 2018It’s easy to reject a candidate who obviously doesn’t have the skills or experience required for the job. But personal characteristics? While they’re just as…
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Increased workers’ compensation risks. Heightened risk of workplace injury. Language barriers leading to safety concerns. Think you’re immune to these risks of hiring or…
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When it comes to worker authorization issues with temporary employees, some employers incorrectly assume that the staffing agency those individuals work for is the…
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March 5, 2018Tired of hiring people who don’t live up to expectations? Maybe it’s time to examine your hiring practices. Every now and again, all employers have…
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January 24, 2018Jim Halpert and Pam Beasley. Sam Malone and Diane Chambers. Don Draper and Megan Calvet. Bet you can guess where we’re going with this…
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