Transparency: Makes or Breaks Employee Retention Efforts

Change is a normal part of the business world, as innovation must happen to keep your company moving forward. Despite this, you need to be careful when introducing these adjustments to your employees. Implementing new changes at your company can be all-encompassing, but don’t underestimate the importance of getting full buy-in from your staff. Being… Read more »

Should You Hire a Candidate with an Online Degree?

In the past, online learning was seen as an easy way out, as people could earn a flashy degree without much of a time or financial investment. However, things have drastically changed. Distance learning is here to stay, so if you’ve been shying away from candidates with an online degree, you’re missing out. Many prestigious… Read more »

Balancing Fun and Productivity in the Workplace

If you think your company should be “all work and no play,” there’s a good chance you have a team of highly unsatisfied workers. When employees have fun at the office, they’re happier, more productive and retention rates are higher. Of course, you still have a business to run, so it’s important to find a… Read more »

Does Your Company Need a Social Media Handbook?

If you think your company doesn’t need a social media handbook, you are sorely mistaken. Every organization that has employees publically posting information on its behalf must have guidelines in place to ensure it’s done properly. A well-written social media handbook offers a variety of benefits, making it easier for everyone to work together and… Read more »

Is It Time to Update Your Company’s Dress Code?

In a perfect world, your entire staff would come to work each day dressed like consummate professionals. However, it rarely works like that in the real world. That’s why most companies have a written dress code that is strictly enforced. If your organization doesn’t have a written dress code — or it hasn’t been updated… Read more »

Are You Losing Top Talent Because of a Slow Hiring Process?

When hiring, it’s frustrating to have to keep starting over because top candidates frequently drop out of the running. The job at your company might be the most enticing, but if people are out of work or desperately ready for a new opportunity, they won’t wait around for too long. Chances are, your hiring process… Read more »

Hiring Temporary Employees to Fill Summer Needs

Summer is just around the corner, and your employees have vacation on their minds. Nearly half (42 percent) of Americans plan to take a vacation in 2022, according to a AAA study. If you’re not concerned because most of your staff stayed put in 2021, note the survey found people 30 percent more likely to… Read more »

Does Your Brand Attract Top Talent?

Industry-leading talent can find a job just about anywhere, so if you want to attract them, you’ll need to have something really special to offer. Salary and perks are important to a point, but the best and brightest candidates want a job they’re passionate about, where they can make a difference. If your organization doesn’t… Read more »

How to Recruit Top Talent in the New Year

Now that 2022 has arrived, it’s time to start staffing your team with all the right people to make this your best year yet. Of course, finding top talent is a lot easier said than done, as everyone wants to hire the best and brightest professionals in your local area. If you want to get… Read more »

Boosting the Relationship With Your Recruiting Partner

More than just a business contact, your staffing partner serves as the recruiting arm of your company. Consequently, they should know your organization inside and out and be able to anticipate your needs — but this only works if the two of you have a great relationship. If you’re not as close with your recruiting… Read more »