Are you trying to work your way towards a promotion this year? Getting ready to ask your boss for a raise? Try these five tips to get your good work noticed and start leveling up. Create a Feedback Folder A folder full of accolades makes a powerful statement about your good work. Consider starting two… Read More »
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 »
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 »
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 »
Not everyone is a morning person who thrives on getting to work bright and early. If you do your best work in the afternoon or even late at night, a typical daytime shift probably isn’t right for you. Fortunately, you have options. Let’s take a look at some common alternatives to the 9-5 work schedule.… Read More »
Effective onboarding is crucial for welcoming new hires and ensuring their seamless integration into your organization. But putting a new plan into action can be challenging. Onboarding is often part of a larger staffing plan and it interacts with many stakeholders – HR, payroll, benefits, marketing, digital, sales, training, and IT (logins, access, accounts, etc.).… Read More »
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 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 »
A Mentor OR Manager You might think that all managers are also mentors. Not every manager is the best choice to be a mentor, and not all mentors should be a manager. A mentor and manager might seem interchangeable, but they are not always the same person. And knowing the difference between these titles will… Read More »
People Ops vs Human Resources The differences between HR and People Operations are subtle. It’s one of those things where you know it when you see it, but it can be tricky to define. The idea of people operations as a formalized department is a newer concept, just within the last decade. Based on titles… Read More »