Discussing your career goals with your supervisor can be intimidating. After all, you don’t want your boss to think you are looking for another job or trying to take over their position. However, this is an important conversation to have, and with the right approach everybody wins. Here are five best practices to follow. Set… Read More »
Even for the most confident and extroverted among us, interviews can be nerve-racking. After all, the pressure is on. However, don’t let fear get in the way of opportunity. Here are four tips to help you stay cool, calm and collected during your next interview. 1. Plan for Success If you… Read More »
Hiring entry-level candidates presents a unique challenge. Since these individuals have limited work experience, the interview becomes the primary method to determine if they will be successful. Although this may result in added pressure on the hiring manager, the following steps can make the interview process as informative as possible. Assess Their Technical Skills Without… Read More »
Great teams can accomplish amazing things. But, creating and maintaining a cohesive group is easier said than done. Here are four tips from the experts to promote teamwork within your organization. Focus on We Not Me Peter Skillman and Tom Wujec used the Marshmallow Challenge to learn more about teamwork. They asked groups to build… Read More »
As a recent or soon-to-be college graduate, you are ready to start on a new adventure. It’s time to find a job! Put your best foot forward by avoiding these five common pitfalls. Not Knowing What You Want to Do Most people don’t find their perfect job immediately upon graduating from college. That’s OK. Interests… Read More »
The talent shortage is real. Companies are struggling to find qualified workers and losing business. (CNN Money, 2018) Is your organization looking to hire faster and better? An employment agency may be the answer. Although many businesses have a do-it-yourself hiring philosophy, staffing services can be an important route for finding the best talent. Consider… Read More »
We’ve all heard stories of someone who landed a fantastic position on a whim. But, for the rest of us, job searches can be challenging, time consuming, and even discouraging. Maybe in a true do-it-yourself spirit you have vowed to find employment on your own. That works for some. But if you are looking for… Read More »
When managers and employees have a good working relationship, the entire organization benefits. However, developing and maintaining positive connections requires both time and dedication. Here are six guiding principles used by effective leaders. Join the Team Although there is a balance between interacting with employees and maintaining authority, managers who work alongside their workers are… Read More »
No one wants accidents to happen in the workplace, but sometimes they do. To keep their employees as safe as possible, corporations must evaluate current incidents to prevent future tragedies. Thoroughly documenting and understanding an accident or a near-miss is the first step toward improving safety processes. Use these five guidelines to write a more… Read More »
No one wants accidents to happen in the workplace, but sometimes they do. To keep their employees as safe as possible, corporations must evaluate current incidents to prevent future tragedies. Thoroughly documenting and understanding an accident or a near-miss is the first step toward improving safety processes. Use these five guidelines to write a more… Read More »