If you’re someone who is regularly put in charge of interviewing potential candidates for a position – no matter the industry – the applicants can start to blend together after a while. And if you’re an individual who has been through the interview process frequently, chances are you’re honing in on the key words and phrases that will get you through the first round.
Continue reading “The Benefit of Non-Traditional Interview Questions”
Striking the perfect work-life balance is an ongoing struggle for the majority of today’s employees no matter what industry they find themselves in. Our schedules are busier than ever before, which can cause stress and result in suffering to both our home life and work productivity. That’s why offering work-life balance is a terrific employee benefit.
According to a report from the Business Information Review, “The search for work-life balance is a process in which people seek to change things in accordance with changes in their own priorities, physical, psychological or both, and these can be triggered in their turn by factors such as: age; changes in working conditions; the demands of new technology; and poor management.”
When employees feel a sense of control and ownership of their lives they are often better able to leave work issues at work and home issues at home. That balance leads to increased motivation and reduced stress, which in turn increases productivity and reduces conflict between coworkers and management. Continue reading “The Ultimate Employee Benefit? A Strong Work-Life Balance.”
Nobody likes giving an employee negative feedback and, unless everything is going perfectly, giving constructive criticism can be pretty rough on both the employer and the team member. Unfortunately, ignoring problems and hoping they’ll just disappear will be worse in the long run.
The good news is there are a few key tips that can help make the review process fairly painless for you and the employee and likely to yield tangible results. Continue reading “How To Give Constructive Criticism Your Employee Will Hear”
Look Before You Leap
When you’re looking for a great candidate to fill an important role in your company, it’s best to take your time. Even if you need the position filled right away, an employee that’s a poor fit could cause you a bigger headache in the long run than letting a spot stay open a little longer.
It’s easy to get caught up in someone who looks great on paper. They may have all the right skills listed, paired with amazing accomplishments, but it’s important to remember that the resume is just one factor. To really understand whether an applicant is the best fit for your workplace, you need to talk with the people who can give you first-hand information: their references. Continue reading “Use References To Look Behind The Scenes Of Employee Resumes”
Have you ever scheduled an interview only for your applicant to no-show without notice? Or maybe you’ve gone as far as making a job offer only to never receive a response? It’s becoming a common occurrence at companies for positions of all sizes and skill levels known as “ghosting.”
Ghosting originated as a way to describe one person’s complete disappearance and disengagement from a romantic pursuit. Now it’s starting to haunt employers, some of whom have reported up to a 50 percent failure at following through with interviews. Continue reading “How To Combat Ghost Employees Haunting Your Business”
Receiving a job offer is exciting, especially if you have been job-hunting for a while. However, just because a position was presented, it doesn’t necessarily mean it’s the best fit for you; there are factors to consider before you accept.
Keep reading for tips and insights to think about as you decide if a job is right for you. Continue reading “How to Decide If a Job Is Right for You”
It’s rare these days that an employee will sit by him or herself and work on a project alone; more often than not, multiple employees will work on tasks together. That being said, the qualities and personal behaviors you bring to the group can impact the success of the project. How can you be an example employee and support your team?
Keep reading for tips to be a team player in your office. Continue reading “Employee Habits: How to Be A Team Player in the Office”
For many employees, there’s something that happens most afternoons and you may have come to expect it: an energy crash.
The afternoon crash not only affects employees, it can also have a negative impact on overall company productivity and quality of work.
What can you do to avoid the afternoon slump and keep energy levels up? Keep reading to find out. Continue reading “Employees and Productivity: How to Avoid the Afternoon Slump”
During the middle of the summer, you may not be as worried about a cold or flu spreading to employees. That happens in fall and winter, right? While August is typically not considered part of cold and flu season, keeping employees healthy should always be a priority.
Here are a few tips from the Huffington Post to keep your employees feeling good year round. Continue reading “How to Keep Employees Healthy All Year Round”
Motivating employees can seem like a challenge when you want to buy something for staff, whether it be a fun experience or lunch. However, even with just a handful of team members, things add up.
How can managers motivate employees without emptying the budget? Keep reading to find out. Continue reading “What You Need to Know About Motivating Employees without Breaking the Bank”
