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Addressing Workplace Injuries
We often offer tips on how to prevent injuries in the Workplace Safety section of our blog. But sometimes, despite your best efforts, injuries do occur. In these situations, it’s important to know...
The Why, When and How of Asking for References
Checking candidates’ references used to be a given. But, although the vast majority of hiring managers still do it (87%, according to a survey by the Society for Human Resource Management), some...
How Exit Interviews Could Help Your Retention
Most employers have some form of exit interview in which they capture data from departing employees on the good and bad experiences they had while they worked there. Some of these employers think of...
4 Ways Volunteering Can Help Your Professional Career
Volunteering is a great way to feed your soul. Donating your time and skills for a cause close to your heart isn’t just personally satisfying; it can also help you professionally. Whether you...
Why Working with a Staffing Agency Is Smart
If you’re reading this blog, you’re likely exploring ways to increase the flow of candidates to your business. In-house recruiting is critical, but sometimes staffing needs arise that call for...
How to Stand Out in an Interview
Of all the aspects of looking for a job, the most anxiety-inducing is probably interviewing. But don’t worry – we have you covered with these tips for making a great impression. How Can You Stand...
8 Qualities You Need in an Employee
Every job listing comes with a unique set of qualifications. But there are certain traits that make candidates successful, regardless of the position they’re applying for. If your business is...
When Should You Replace an Employee?
When should you replace an employee? From the hiring process to establishing rapport amongst the team, creating a strong workforce is no simple task. A prime candidate who doesn't mesh well can lose...
When is the Best Time to Search for a Job?
Some job seekers don't have the luxury of waiting for the best time of year to search for a job. Others may look to move on from their current role, but aren't sure when the best time of year is to...
The Impact of Mentoring a New Employee
Have you thought about mentoring a new employee? If you've had a successful career so far, chances are you had a mentor or two along the way. It may have been more indirect, but you learned the...
Why Networking in Your Field is Important
Networking is fundamental to a successful career. You've heard this a dozen times before, but you may still wonder whether it's true. You may have a picture of networking in your head that involves...
Should you hire someone with no experience?
When filling hourly and entry-level positions, it may be more beneficial to your company to lower your requirements and even consider candidates with zero experience in your industry. This may sound...
Does Higher Pay Outweigh Benefits?
There's often an emphasis on seeking higher pay when moving up in your career. But unless you're getting a major increase, an increase in pay doesn't automatically mean a better job. To truly be...
4 Ways to Recruit Employees for Summer Jobs
Younger hires are less concerned with monetary gain than previous generations. Their desires lie more in gaining new skills and gaining meaningful experiences early in their careers. If your company...
What Employee Benefits Are Trending in 2022?
With more job opportunities than the American workforce has seen in a long time, companies stuck in their old ways are experiencing problems with job retention. The employers who are changing with...
What To Consider Before Switching Jobs?
Americans spend, on average, 40 hours a week at work—that's not including commute time. While work is necessary for living, nobody wants to feel like they're living to work. If work is making you...
3 Ways to Schedule Employees to Reduce Overstaffing
The workplace is undergoing rapid changes, but there's one constant you can count on: staffing will always be an ongoing challenge. Achieving the right balance of too few or too many employees is...
How to Have a More Productive Week
Starting your work week already wanting it to be over is a recipe for misery. It can affect your productivity at work and ruin your mood at home. Fortunately, there's a way to shift your mindset....
Top Employee Leaving? Here’s How to Reduce Turnover
Employee turnover has a compounding effect on business. It lowers profits, creates more work for the rest of your workforce until you fill the position, and can lower morale. There are several ways...
Can You Negotiate Vacation Time?
When was the last time you actually took a two-week vacation? The culture around taking time off has gotten worse and worse in America, but thankfully, things are changing. Salary and benefits used...
What Benefits Employees Actually Care About
Paying employees market rates is essential to attracting top candidates, but you also need to offer competitive benefits if you want to keep those quality hires happy. Here are some significant...