Even the savviest of job seekers is bound to make the occasional mistake. But by learning how to navigate potential pitfalls, you can optimize your chances of success and achieve better, faster results as you take your career to the next level. Here are some common mistakes to avoid: Not Having a Plan Finding a [...]
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Onboarding is the process by which new employees acclimate to the social and performance aspect of their jobs. Research shows that new hires get about 90 days to prove themselves, so effective onboarding is critical. The faster newcomers feel welcome and prepared, the sooner they are able to contribute to the successful execution of your [...]
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When your boss ignores you, their lack of response can make you fall into a downward spiral of worry and stress. Do they dislike you or the work you submitted? Why aren’t they answering your emails and progress updates? There are a number of reasons why this may be happening – and likewise, a number [...]
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It’s a dilemma faced by every talent manager at some point: On one hand, you want to keep up with emerging skillsets and hire those who will help your business outperform the competition. On the other hand, you want to make sure your current employees know that growth opportunities are available. How can you do [...]
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The cost of hiring the wrong person can be astronomical. But at the same time, perfect candidates are difficult, if not impossible, to find. Recruiters often use the term “purple squirrel” to describe the rare candidate who offers the perfect mix of skills, education, experience, salary requirements and overall fit to meet your requirements. For [...]
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You choose your work based on a number of factors – not just the size of your paycheck. Or at least you should. Whether you are just launching your career or looking to make a change, don’t let money be the sole driver of your decision. If you do, you’ll most likely wind up regretting [...]
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There are millions of people around the world who go to work every day dreading their job and wishing they were somewhere else. A recent Gallup poll showed that only 13 percent of respondents were actively engaged in their jobs. This can result in an immeasurable cost to your psyche and human spirit. You spend [...]
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Difficult employees will always be there. Your job as a manager is to determine the best path to ensure that your team is productive, despite this reality. Seek First to Understand If you look beyond the disruptive behavior of problem employees, there is probably much more going on. It’s important to understand these underlying factors [...]
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August 15, 2016
