As a hiring manager, one of the last things you want is to bring a new employee on board only to have them resign, voluntarily or otherwise, a short time later. The U.S. Department of Labor has estimated the cost of a bad hire at at least 30 percent of an individual’s first-year expected earnings. [...]
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As an employer, of course you look for red flags as you interview job candidates. You wouldn’t be doing due diligence otherwise. But remember: it’s a two-way street. Just as you’re evaluating potential new hires, they’re also scrutinizing your company … going over details with a fine-tooth comb as they decide whether or not they [...]
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Creativity is more than just an abstract concept, or a quality to be attributed only to artists and others “in the creative business.” It’s fundamental to problem solving, growth and success, both in business and in life. It encourages people to look beyond conventional, “we’ve always done it that way” solutions and connect the dots [...]
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Employee engagement has a lot to do with value – which is, by definition, the worth, utility or importance of something, according to Merriam-Webster and other sources. And shared values are critical to employer/employee relations and ultimately, the success of your business. Engaged employees: Are happy and excited to work for your company. Understand and [...]
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It goes without saying that you’re always working to reduce turnover at your company. It’s costly: typically 1.5 to 2 times the amount of an existing employee’s salary. It takes a heavy toll not only on your company’s bottom line, but also on morale, engagement and productivity. According to a recent LinkedIn survey, the average [...]
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Everyone has a bad day now and then. But if one of your employees consistently demonstrates poor performance or a negative attitude or behaviors, it may be time to take action. Difficult team members can lead to a toxic environment for everyone with whom they associate. If left unaddressed, problems around difficult employees may lead [...]
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Summer is right around the corner. The calendar is nearing the midpoint of the year, already! And while you anticipate warm weather, vacations, and longer days with more time spent outside, it’s also an opportune time to step back, reassess, and enjoy a brief career breather, then take steps to keep your professional goals and [...]
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The value of employee training to the success of your business cannot be understated. There are numerous reasons why. For starters, if you fail to offer career growth opportunities, you run the risk that your best talent will leave. Numerous studies support this, including a recent report by Employee Benefit News, which looked at more [...]
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You have enough to do already. Chances are, you’ve started off the new year running just as fast as you did at the end of 2022. Where, in the grand scheme of things, are you supposed to find the time to sit down and define, set, and start working toward those career goals you keep [...]
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As employers become increasingly aware of the importance of mental wellbeing in the workplace, they are taking more steps to promote a positive environment for their employees. This blog post will explore how managers can use different strategies to help their employees maintain a healthy mental state. We will discuss how initiatives such as flexible [...]
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October 11, 2023
