Knowing how to interview is the most effective way to assess a candidate’s teamwork skills, which are critical to your hiring success. The key is to ask the right questions and listen for any indicators to determine if a person has a true team player mindset. Definition of a Team Player The old school definition [...]
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Why should you implement an– or improve your existing – employee recognition program? Rewards and recognition that help both an employer and their employees to get what they need represent a win-win business strategy. There is always room for a program that continues to set your performance bar higher, and at the same time, builds [...]
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Happy employees are productive employees. And when a business is at its maximum level of productivity, its competitive edge is sharp. So, it’s well worth your investment to build and nourish your company culture. While every organizational culture is unique, a common denominator critical to success is having a safe, satisfying work environment that is [...]
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Fast away the old year passes … and with the fourth quarter rapidly winding down, you need to be ready for whatever hiring challenges come your way in 2016. For many HR pros, this means vowing – once again – that their time in the new year will be spent less on putting out staffing [...]
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One of the most important keys to becoming more productive is mastering a few successful time management hacks. Not only will they help you reach your goals and complete your tasks more efficiently, they’ll also bolster your self-confidence and, if you lead others, enhance team morale and performance. Organize Every minute spent planning and organizing [...]
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There’s nothing you can do to change your employment history - so if you’ve experienced layoffs or career gaps, or jumped frequently from job to job, your best plan is to showcase your strengths and the unique value you bring to the table. You do this through your cover letter and resume, as well as [...]
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Micromanagers spend an inordinate amount of time not doing their own jobs, but instead controlling the functions of people they should be coaching, developing, and leading. In best-case scenarios, micromanagement is an impediment to maximum progress. In extreme cases, it can cause an entire organization to stagnate and top talent to leave. The Collateral Damage [...]
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When finalizing your HR plans for 2015, keep in mind: How will your company define success? Having the right team in place, working toward a common set of goals, is critical to overall business success. And in several key areas, it will be a whole new world in this New Year. Take Engagement to New [...]
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Were New Year’s resolutions meant to be broken? The statistics would support this theory, as one-third of all Americans resolve to better themselves every January. While 75 percent of them uphold their resolutions for at least a week, only 46 percent are still on track six months later. But when it comes to your career [...]
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February 29, 2016
