Smart business starts with smart strategy – especially when it comes to staffing. Today, we explain why! In May 2014, PrideStaff conducted an online survey…
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As you consider whether or not to hire temporary employees, certain necessary considerations factor in – which affect temps as well as full-time employees. In the realm of liability, you have a duty to make sure every employee, no matter how long or short their duration with your company, has certain safety measures afforded to [...]
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The hiring process can take a lot of time, effort, and energy – it brings stress to just about everyone involved. So after the resume reviews and interviews, do you really need to do a background check as well? Absolutely – it’s a part of due diligence that you cannot afford to overlook. What looks [...]
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Quarter four is upon us. The goals that were set back in January should be revisited now to avoid unfortunate end of year surprises. Be flexible. Some of the goals identified in January may not be such a priority now, whereas others may be more urgent. Now is the time to prioritize, determine what needs [...]
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The job search cycle is shortening. Baby boomers are retiring – and the population of replacement workers is smaller. Unemployment continues to decline. Skills gaps…
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One of your better-performing employees – a good team member with strong potential – recommends their spouse or significant other for a job at your company. Your hiring policy says that it’s okay, as long as they work in separate departments. From your initial review of the prospective employee’s resume, it appears that they have [...]
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Is it ever a good idea to hire someone who can’t do the job yet? It could be! In a perfect world, your new hire…
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Recruitment is about selling – and as an employer, your product is your company. An interview is a two-way street. Not only are you assessing candidates, but they’re trying to get a good look at your organization and determine whether it’s where they want to continue their career. Your effective salesmanship depends on maximizing candidate [...]
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As the days shorten and the inevitable march toward winter approaches (imminently, according to various drugstore Christmas displays), our minds unconsciously move toward a sort of hibernation approach as we mentally prepare for colder days. So how can you keep your employees motivated and productive in the fall as we move out of the beach [...]
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A recent Harvard Business Review study defined workplace wellness as “an organized, employer-sponsored program that is designed to support employees – and sometimes, their families – as they adopt and sustain behaviors that reduce health risk, improve quality of life, enhance personal effectiveness, and benefit the organization’s bottom line.”Employers who offer forward-thinking wellness programs not [...]
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November 13, 2014
