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Contacting references during your search adds time to the hiring process, but it can stop you from extending an offer to someone who really isn’t reliable or a good fit. Whether you’re calling someone a candidate provided or contact you know is a mutual connection, asking the right questions can aid in your decision-making process […]
It is often debated whether or not multitasking is an effective way of working, but it is frequently unavoidable. You have projects at the same level of priority with similar due dates and more in the pipeline, meaning you need to work on several items at once to make sure all requirements are being met. […]
Sometimes your job won’t be everything you want and it’s challenging to even pull yourself out of bed in the morning. Occasionally these seasons seem never-ending and you find yourself checking the clock constantly hoping your time on the job flies so you can leave. If this is where you are currently, ask yourself these […]
Paperwork is a tedious part of anyone’s job but documenting certain things as an employer can save you time and money down the road. By having a record of your conversations with employees, you have the tools you need when you need them. What should you document? Certain records are documented through human resources, including […]
Your relationship with your supervisor can make or break your experience at your job. It doesn’t matter how great an opportunity is if you don’t like your boss. Similarly, the best boss in the world can make a horrible job seem a little better. If you’re having trouble getting along with your boss, here are […]
There are many reasons why a candidate is interested in a position, but if the money isn’t there, none of them may matter. Similarly, it doesn’t matter how satisfied an employee is at your company because if they feel under-compensated, it’s likely they’ll look for something else. Because you know how important salary is to […]
When you receive a job offer after months of searching and interviewing, the temptation is to immediately say yes without a second thought. After all, you’ve achieved the goal, haven’t you? Technically yes, but there are other factors to consider before accepting. When to put an offer on hold Obviously, if you receive the offer […]
If you currently work in the manufacturing industry, reports from the Bureau of Labor Statistics indicating opportunities in the sector will continue to decrease probably isn’t comforting news. While this is creating less new positions, it doesn’t mean there isn’t room for advancement. With approximately 10,000 members of the baby boomer generation retiring each day, […]
When is the last time you evaluated your hiring process to check if it’s still working? Too often companies rely on what always worked instead of paying attention to industry and HR trends and implementing new practices. Failing to evolve what you do could be costing you talent. If you’re implementing any of the following […]