In life, we tend to mingle with people who are quite similar to ourselves. As an individual, a person would usually be drawn to another who expresses similarities, in language, music, and style are among the things. In a few words: we are attracted to the same culture. The same goes for the business world…. Read more »
More than just another name on your roster, administrative professionals often have a greater impact on your company culture than you might realize. Serving as the backbone of the organization, their responsibilities touch the entire team. Since the tasks associated with the job largely dictate your culture, it’s important to choose wisely when hiring. Opting… Read more »
More than just names on your staffing roster, your administrative professionals are people. These bright, hardworking employees could find work at any number of companies, but they chose to give their time to your organization. Having them on staff is an honor, so show gratitude for their dedication by investing in their physical and mental… Read more »
It’s easy to assume the best person for the job is the most qualified, but that isn’t always the case. When interviewing candidates for a position on your team, give cultural fit the weight it deserves. The best candidate on paper might not actually be that excited by the position, and you don’t need someone… Read more »
Teaming up with a staffing agency is a smart way to hire, but you already know that. What you may not realize is all recruiters aren’t created equal. Many try to market themselves as a master of all trades, having the ability to properly fill any position in any industry, but that’s not realistic. When… Read more »
You know your administrative professional is important, but you’ll never realize exactly how much they do until they’re out of the office. Even one day without them can turn your workplace into a state of mass chaos, so avoid the mayhem by bringing in a temporary administrative worker in the interim. It doesn’t matter if… Read more »
Being micromanaged is more than just a slight annoyance. If you have your team on an exceptionally short leash, morale probably isn’t great because people don’t enjoy feeling like they can’t do anything right. If people haven’t stopped trying to please you yet, they will soon, and productivity will plummet. When you think about it,… Read more »
If your administrative team is in a constant state of chaos, it’s time to establish order. Chances are, you don’t have a set of effective systems in place, which is likely the root cause of the constant confusion. Give your administrative staff the stability they need to succeed by implementing a standard set of processes… Read more »
Some people are really great at job interviews. Unlike the majority of candidates, they thrive in the hot seat. They’re poised, professional and always know exactly what to say. On the surface, they seem like the obvious choice for the job, but sometimes their act is nothing but smoke and mirrors. It’s important to realize… Read more »
In the past, you’ve always taken the direct hire approach when filling open positions on your team. For the most part, this has been a success, but you know it’s not the only route. Hiring decisions hold a huge amount of weight, so you should always proceed with caution. Opting for a temporary-to-hire solution can… Read more »
