2012 has just begun. Millions of job seekers are hoping this is the year where they will see a real turnaround in the job market. The problem is that those millions are competing for a limited number of jobs in a market that has been slow on growth. There are steps you can take that […]
Tips for Ensuring Successful Performance Evaluations Part 2
It’s that time of year again when human resources professionals everywhere begin the task of doing annual employee performance reviews. While this is a necessary aspect of planning the costs of staffing, annual reviews are also a time for employees to reflect on their performance to come up with goals for the upcoming year. It […]
Tips for Ensuring Successful Performance Evaluations Part 1
Every year, thousands of company human resource managers embark on the arduous task of conducting employee performance evaluations. This is a necessary aspect of planning annual salaries, bonuses and staff augmentation for the upcoming fiscal year. However dreadful it may seem for employees worried about getting their raises, it’s equally nerve-wracking for the HR department. […]
Don’t Sweat Your Annual Review – How to Transform Your Career in 2012
An annual performance review can spark an anxiety attack in some people. There is nothing worse than sitting down, looking your boss in the eye and hearing about all of the things you don’t do right. However, instead of looking at an annual performance review as a time to worry consider it an opportunity to […]
Preparing for Your Annual Performance Review
You have worked all year to boost your employer’s view of you and while you admit that you’ve made a few mistakes along the way, you want to ace that annual performance review. Most companies gather data from each employee’s work throughout the year and compile it into a concise, organized review. You sit down […]
Are Employee Performance Reviews Productive?
There is a debate among many HR departments about the actual value of performance reviews and if they actually increase productivity in the workplace or not. Some view performance reviews as somewhat of a system of rewarding only those who are favored by upper management, while many good deeds go unnoticed the rest of the […]
How To Guide to the Tactful Interview Follow-up
After a job interview, candidates should generally provide some follow up to the hiring authority. It shows professionalism and makes a good impression. Hiring decisions may not be made on qualifications alone, but also on the impression made on the hiring authority. Effective follow-up shows persistence and enthusiasm for the company. Here’s how to handle […]
HR Tips: What To Include in New Employment Packets
When a candidate is offered employment by an organization and accepts, an informal type of legal contract is created. The employee is providing work to the employer and the worker is paid for his or her service. However, there are other issues in the workplace that expand on this concept. New employees need to be […]
How to Prepare Your References During a Job Search
Looking for a new job and want to present yourself in the best possible light as a candidate to potential employers? Then it’s time to not only revamp your resume and cover letter, but to get your references revved up! As a serious contender, you should have at least 3-5 references, all of whom are […]
The Benefits of Offering Educational Assistance to Employees
Having a highly skilled workforce can be the mark of a great organization. Most employees enjoy learning new things and having the opportunity to apply what they learn in their employment. Workers do not like to become stagnant doing the same thing each day without being challenged. Offering educational benefits can help enrich employees and […]
