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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.

4 Tips for Improving Employee Retention

Today’s job market is great – if you’re a candidate. With unemployment at a near-record low, professionals in virtually every field can pick and choose their next opportunities.   This makes things interesting … okay, challenging, to say the least … for today’s employers. Not only do you have your work cut out for you [...] Read More

Getting Ghosted by Candidates? Here’s What to Do

Getting “ghosted” is a term that refers to when a person in a relationship or friendship suddenly ceases all contact with no explanation. It isn’t just significant others and friends who are getting ghosted – it has made its way into the hiring process, with many seemingly interested candidates up and disappearing once hiring managers [...] Read More

How to Keep Your Employees Focused During Summer Distractions

When summertime hits, it is often a struggle for employees to maintain focus and productivity when there are sunny skies, warm temperatures, and everyone seeming to be having nonstop summer vacation fun. This “summer slump” is common and understandable, but business doesn’t stop and there’s still work to be done. Keep your employees focused during [...] Read More

Maybe the Grass IS Greener!

Your job is pretty good. You’re earning a fair wage, your coworkers like you and nobody gives you a hard time. But could there be a better opportunity waiting for you somewhere else?

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