Every time you hire someone, you want to select the perfect candidate for the job. Too bad there’s no such thing. Every job applicant has their pros and cons. It’s up to you to weigh all of them, and then make the selection that brings you the closest to perfection. And while they may not [...]
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It happens too often in today’s market: Gainfully employed individuals are lured away from their employers with the promise of higher salaries, more growth potential,…
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As a manager, you inevitably have to deal with problem employees. One of the most challenging is the office know-it-all. You know who they are: They always have to have the last word, they’re never wrong about anything, and in meetings, they speak up just to hear their own voice. When they think they have [...]
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Replacing employees is a drag, especially long-time veterans you respected and liked. It's like having to start dating again after leaving a long-term relationship. Employee departures (and breakups for that matter) are worse when they come by surprise. Not only do you have to conduct the expensive process of recruitment and training, but the unexpected [...]
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With unemployment at a 17-year low, competition for top talent is fierce across the United States. The most desired candidates on the market have multiple job opportunities to choose from, so you have to be both creative and perceptive when seeking out high performers in interviews. Look for Leadership Potential Find candidates you can develop [...]
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The saying “Hire for attitude and train for skill” is often echoed by business leaders, and the importance of personal attributes has facts to back it up. 89 percent of new hires that leave an organization within 18 months do so because of attitude reasons, and not for lack of skill, according to a Leadership [...]
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Confrontation is no fun, whether it’s in your personal life or at work. It can be tempting to try to cope by avoiding the underlying issues altogether, but that only makes matters worse in the long run. A better plan is to change your mindset and do the right thing – in fairness to you, [...]
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Without a team of quality, effective employees in all areas, it’s impossible for your business to stand apart, build a brand or develop a unique customer experience. And it all starts with hiring success. Every employee is a significant investment in time, money, resources – and the future of your company. As per the title [...]
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A whoopie cushion on your seat? That’s a harmless April Fool’s prank. But a lie on a candidate’s resume? That’s no joke. Opportunities may be…
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As you evaluate your hiring needs, consider using a staffing company to help. As experts in the industry they can assist you with creating an effective hiring strategy, customized to your needs. Here are four important reasons to consider using a staffing agency: Decreased Cost While a temporary employee may cost more per hour, [...]
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May 17, 2019
