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Four Pitfalls That Are Keeping You From Your Dream Job
You’re ready to take the next step, the one that will bring you closer to the job you’ve always wanted. But it’s not as easy as it sounds! You may be falling victim to these four pitfalls that are keeping you from your dream job.
Why Is Communication So Important at Work?
Just like in your personal life, communication can make or break your career.
How to Increase Employee Retention Rates
Turnover is real, and it’s more common than ever. Today’s average employee has been at their job just over four years, so it’s safe to say that your grandfather’s day, when an employee would park at one company until retirement, is gone. And it’s safe to say your company can expect some turnover.
Want to land that job interview? Here’s how.
With the right tools and a few tricks, you can land the super important interview that could lead to your dream job. You’ll just have to shine brighter than the rest as the skilled, likable person you are.
How Human Resources Can Attract Top Performers
Let’s start with the bottom line: High performers are costly to nab, but they are worth it to get the company operating at its peak.
Who Knew Mom Was a Business Mogul?
June 2019’s Orange County Business Journal features the latest YES! Your Human Resources Solution article, which shares how Mom’s “free” advice was actually amazing business direction in disguise. Who Knew Mom Was a Business Mogul? All that free advice, and, well, nagging, you got growing up—Mom was only trying to help you be your best. Now you’re […]
Questions You Didn’t Think to Ask During an Interview (But Should)
Asking great questions at the end of an interview earns you valuable insight, and also demonstrates your professionalism, thoughtfulness, and commitment to the job. So what is it about asking questions that makes confident interview candidates choke?
How Organized Is Your Company?
You’re busy. We get how overwhelming that can feel. And the demands on your time seem to be increasing, not decreasing. So while you may not be able to decrease your workload, you can maximize your efficiency by changing how you organize your efforts.
Could Your HR Department Be Overwhelmed?
Human Resources isn’t just about hiring and firing anymore. Sure, the department still handles those issues, but it also handles onboarding, training and professional development, conflict management, and employee engagement and morale. That’s not to mention staying on top of—and rolling out plans to adapt to—the latest employment rules and regulations. It’s a lot on […]
How to Write a Memorable Thank-You Note After an Interview
Sending a thank-you note is more important than ever—it’s expected, even, and it can affect a manager’s decision to hire you. But it’s not enough to say “thanks for meeting with me” anymore; you really need to hit some key points. After all, you should never waste an opportunity to “speak” during the hiring process.
Out-of-State Job Interview? Get Prepared
As companies reach across the country—and the globe—to recruit the best and brightest, you may already know how to shine like a star at your next video interview. But there’s a good chance that when things get serious, you’ll be called for an in-person interview before you get a formal offer. And how nerve-racking is […]
Four Quick and Easy Ways to Expand Your Network
Time and again, you’ve heard it here—networking is important! You reach out, set up coffee dates, and hopefully form relationships that will help your career. And that’s all there is to it! …or is there? If your networking begins and ends at Starbucks, it’s time to up your game with these four networking strategies that […]
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The “better” way to conduct layoffs
Layoffs are hard on everyone. Even as business leaders and HR professionals, layoffs are one of the hardest things we have to do. Regrettably, many of us remember this from the all-too-recent pandemic layoffs. Layoffs are a reality we may soon face again as the threat of recession looms. And while we may not have […]
Resolve conflict like a champ
We’re hard-pressed to say conflict resolution is a fun or glamorous part of a Human Resources or leadership role, but it’s one of the most critical parts. How you mediate conflict impacts employee morale and retention, and also shows your leadership abilities and your willingness to tackle the tough stuff. Your conflict resolution skills can […]
Stop! and hire this candidate
It’s easy to criticize potential hires and spot reasons why we shouldn’t hire them. That one is too arrogant, that one lacks technical skills, and that one knows nothing about the company. Process of elimination, right? But too often we fail to recognize the positive reasons why we should hire someone. Positive flags can be […]
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