Working on Electric Vehicles: What Training Do You Need?

With the increasing focus on electric vehicles, there’s a growing demand for skilled professionals in this sector. Are you an automotive enthusiast or considering a career shift? Here are the qualifications that will make you stand out in this rapidly evolving and environmentally conscious field. Basic Education To get started, you’ll want to complete an… Read More »

Is It Time to Reexamine your Marijuana Testing Policies?

If you’re operating a business in a state that has legalized recreational marijuana, it may be time to reexamine your current marijuana testing policies. What are other businesses doing? How can you keep your work environment safe? Let’s take a look. Federal Laws If your business serves as a federal contractor, or is involved in… Read More »

Four Career Based New Year’s Resolutions to Adopt this Year

As the new year begins, it’s the perfect time to set impactful resolutions for your career. Yet many New Year’s resolutions fail because they aren’t specific or realistic. Here are four career-based resolutions that can actually stick. Make Time to Attend Local Networking Events and Job Fairs Networking is an incredibly powerful tool for building… Read More »

Looking Back at 2023: Evaluating your Career Progress

2023 is wrapping up, and it’s important to take time to reflect on the progress you made this year. But what should you focus on, and how do you know if you were a success? And, importantly, how can you set future goals to work on in 2024? Here are some tips on evaluating your… Read More »

Creating 2024 Staffing Plans: 3 Important Things to Consider

2024 will be here before you know it, and it’s vital for you to have plans in place to satisfy your staffing needs. But how can you create staffing plans that truly meet your needs? Here are some tips that can help set the stage for a prosperous (and fully staffed!) year ahead. Analyze Emerging… Read More »

How to Stop Candidates from Ghosting You

Is your hiring team struggling with candidates ghosting, or suddenly dropping out of the hiring pipeline without a trace? From enhancing communication to creating a more engaging candidate experience, let’s take a look at how to reduce this persistent issue in the hiring process. Discuss Motivations and Deal Breakers The first step to prevent ghosting… Read More »

Talent Management VS Talent Acquisition

Talent Acquisition and Talent Management

Talent Management VS Talent Acquisition What goes faster than a speeding bullet?  Who jumps a tall building in a single bound?  No, it’s not Super Man. It’s the fast changing and ever-evolving world of human resources.  And understanding the nuances between terms like ‘talent acquisition’ and ‘talent management’ is crucial. The two terms might seem… Read More »

Reference Checks – Checks and Balances

Reference checks and the hiring and screening process

Checks and Balances Reference checks offer an opportunity to speak with a candidate’s past employers, co-workers, and even educators to give you deeper insights into someone’s background, education, aptitude,  and character. As well as verifying a candidate’s knowledge and qualifications, all employers can (and should) reach out to previous co-workers, employers, and others to find… Read More »

First 30 days on a new Job

1st 30 days on a new job

First 30 days on a new Job You worked hard to create connections and make a positive impression during  job interviews.  Maintain that same energy in your first 30 days at your new job.  Think of the first 30 days of employment as an absorption period.  All new hires learn key information that will set… Read More »