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 […]
The Warning Signs Of Job Search Anxiety…and How To Avoid The Issue
Looking for a new job can be a stressful process for anyone. The fear of the unknown and the feeling of not being in control can cause anxiety. Some people worry they may not be able to find employment especially in an economic downturn. Job seekers may become frustrated with continual rejection from employers. Recognizing […]
Should You Rehire Past Employees? The Pros and Cons
One of the issues that hiring managers have to consider is rehiring candidates that used to work for their company. These candidates are sometimes referred to as “boomerang” employees because they come right back. There are benefits and drawbacks to hiring back employees. Unlike new candidates, these former workers are known to the employer, however […]
What 3 Career Lessons Steve Jobs Taught Us
The world was recently rocked by news of Steve Jobs’ untimely death at the relatively young age of 56. Apple’s former CEO had named his successor in August due to failing health stemming from his battle with pancreatic cancer, but very few people could imagine a world without one of the most creative thinkers and […]
Keeping the Workplace Fresh: How to Reduce Turn-over in Young Employees
Is your company noticing a higher than average rate of young employees leaving for other opportunities? The newest generation of workers, known as the “Millennials” is a challenging group of workers who have an entirely different set of work interests and abilities. It is true that this younger group of employees does require a different […]
Why Didn’t You Hire Me? How To Answer Questions From Rejected Candidates
In the hiring process there is often a gap in the expectations of applicants and the hiring manager. The authority seeking to fill a position is generally inundated with an overwhelming number of applications and resumes. The goal is to find the most qualified candidate in the least amount of time since an unfilled position […]
Smart Hiring: Candidates Who are Unemployed vs. Employed but Looking
Even with the increase in available candidates due to higher than normal unemployment levels in many regions, recruiters still often have trouble finding the right person for each assignment. There are some clear benefits of hiring unemployed candidates over employed but looking (passive) candidates – mainly that unemployed people are readily available to start work. […]
The Benefits of Employee Recognition
Employee recognition is vital to ensure a solid working community. It doesn’t matter if you have a small staff or hundreds of people: recognizing the sacrifices that employees make on a daily basis will go a long way towards employee satisfaction. As a general rule of thumb, the more satisfied the employee, the more productive […]
How is Your Credit Score Affecting Your Job Search?
There are a lot of things that can affect your job search. Most people know that their work history and relevant experience matter. But many do not realize that their credit score can actually weigh a lot as well. Instead of hiding your head in the sand when it comes to your credit score you […]
Using LinkedIn to Get More Exposure for Your Job Posting
If you are an employer looking for the best candidates, LinkedIn is the perfect place to find great people to fill key positions. This powerful networking tool allows recruiters to post jobs in a user-friendly career section in just minutes. Additionally, LinkedIn can be used effectively for attracting top quality candidates who are both actively […]
