Interview etiquette is a two-way street. As recruiters, we expect an interview to go a certain way and expect candidates to behave in a certain manner. We have various standards that we expect candidates to adhere to. These standards can include anything from posture and eye contact to tone of voice and proper speech. If …
Read MoreLearning the ins and outs of a new client can at times be challenging, but who’s up for the challenge? It’s about making their experience effortless. Take the time to research the company you will be working with, what services they major in and the key factors of what they are about. Not all companies …
Read MoreWorking from home is a modern-day luxury. More companies than ever are finding ways to support their teams working from home, anywhere in the country and even anywhere in the world. As a result, more people are joining meetings from their remote location often via video conferencing. While video conferencing offers lots of benefits there …
Read MoreHigh performers excel in human skills, something automation can’t duplicate. Seeking organizations that encourage and support their innovation, creativity and natural ability to think outside of the box; to push not just ahead, but to also push back. If a high performer finds themselves in a space where they feel stifled by hierarchy, bureaucracy or …
Read MoreOne of the goals of human resources is helping build out successful teams. In a team, backgrounds, personalities, and cultures come together as we work towards a common goal. It cannot be expected that everyone will have the same opinions or experiences, and that is what is great about being part of a team. There …
Read MoreInterviews are nerve wracking. The stress of being in the spotlight can turned a seasoned pro into that scared little 1st grader who has to walk in front of the class and approach the board. The palms start sweating, the leg starts tapping and you want to either throw up or run away. One of …
Read MoreHave you ever had days where everything seems to hit at once? A pending work deadline, a looming bill payment, personal issues or even the most frequently asked question, have I washed my hair recently? Big or small, so many distractions can creep into our work day and overwhelm us. How do we manage to …
Read MoreIn today’s competitive job market, you’ve found the perfect candidate who has accepted your offer for a position! Congratulations! Now, comes the preliminary paperwork…and the background screening![optinlocker] Remembering to stress to your candidates to always check and double check their information and have back-up documentation readily available if needed. With so many candidates working remotely …
Read MoreIt’s no secret that the majority of us live in a bubble filled with people who look and act very similar to ourselves and that most of us rub shoulders with those who have fairly similar life stories and experiences. Without realizing it, we might bring that uniformity to work with us which is why …
Read MoreWith the new year already in full effect, as a company, we needed to take the time to go over our emergency preparedness and procedures to establish everything we need is in place. This is something I think every company should take the time to go over or create if you haven’t done so already. …
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