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- Processing a Declined Application: The Aftermath - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2013 from Howard SmithYou’re halfway onwards to your chosen career if you managed to schedule that interview. The worst is yet to come before you’re assured a position, though. You really don’t have to worry about your prospects if you’re qualified and you love to be part of a team with shared skills and interests. ...
Views: 1124 - Riding the Leadership Rollercoaster - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Tim ReynoldsThey were the best of times; they were the worst of times. . . How often when you look at your business have you thought to yourself, "Wow, I cannot believe how great of a staff we have right now? They are all working together as a team. They make my job so easy." Then, two months later, ...
Views: 1124 - PEO, ASO, or HRO: Which Solution is Right for You? - by Submitted on May 02, 2016 from Carolyn Stoll-SokolAs you’re looking into outsourcing some or all of your HR functions, you will come across a number of different acronyms representing different types of providers. These differing approaches to outsourcing carry different benefits and ramifications for your business, which is why it’s important ...
Views: 1123 - Modernization of Recruitment Process in the Wake of COVID-19 - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2020 from Niti SharmaAs the COVID-19 pandemic takes its toll on the economy, businesses are tweaking their strategies, resource management, and marketing tactics. Many industries like travel, tourism, hotels, entertainment, and other related sectors are freezing pay and hiring or carrying out massive layoffs. ...
Views: 1120 - Open My Eyes - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from Judy WhiteAs leaders we often find that being human in today’s dynamic work environment can bring its share of difficulties. In striving to get things done in the short term, we sometimes fail to see opportunities that will actually keep our organizations alive in the long term. ...
Views: 1120 - List of Cookie Decorating Supplies and Baking Essentials for Easy Baking - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2012 from Gibson JonessBaking cakes and cookies is a fun task as it involves creativity and skill. With a few basic techniques and baking essentials, you can bake scrumptious frosted cookies and delicious chocolate cakes in no time. Here are some basic cookie decorating supplies and baking essentials to help you make ...
Views: 1119 - What is a PEO (Professional Employer Organization)? - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2008 from Christopher WaltonA PEO (Professional Employer Organization) basically takes over the human resource (HR) responsibilities of a company, allowing it to focus on its core tasks. The management of human resources is outsourced to a PEO. A PEO, therefore, offers cost efficient and time saving HR management services, ...
Views: 1118 - Why Leadership Coaching pays off for all stakeholders? - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2011 from Craig NathansonWhat is the role of the leader? It really depends on the perspective of different stakeholders, what role of the leader is going to be. In general, the board, shareholders, and top management expect the leader to maximize profit. The employees, who work for the leader, have a different view. ...
Views: 1118 - The Subliminal Interviewing Skill You Need To Master - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2012 from Marc DeBoerIt does not matter what kind of job you want or the industry you are looking, just about every interview is the same. The interviewer asks a few questions about you and you ask a few about the company and you are hired based on a gut feeling. When hiring anyone, there are no facts to go off ...
Views: 1115(2 votes) - 9 Basic Steps In The Recruiting Process - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2008 from Pat BrillYou are responsible for the day-to-day operations of the department and are knowledgeable around the business functions. What about the people tasks? Managing people starts with recruiting…finding the right talent. I’ve created a simple guide to help you through the maze of hiring the right ...
Views: 1113 - Resilient Employees Start with Right Recruiting - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2017 from Eileen McDarghMy mother always said, "To end well, you must begin well." Of course, she was talking about how you separated clothes for the washing machine or how you chose vegetables at the market. But it's also true when it comes to creating a resilient, sustainable workforce. The questions you ask in the ...
Views: 1113 - The Advantages of Slate Flooring - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2011 from Janine GreenHomeowners are always looking for the latest in floor trends and technology, especially as floors serve as the building blocks of any home. It can be hard to invest a lot of money in quality flooring, but the money put forth is well worth it. Not only will you end up with beautiful floors that ...
Views: 1111 - 10 Tips to Improve Employee Cyber Security Compliance - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2018 from Michael PetersYour organization’s people are your first line of defense against cyber criminals. Unfortunately, they’re also your weakest link. Insiders pose the biggest threat to cyber security in the healthcare industry, and only 13% of public sector employees “take personal responsibility for cyber ...
Views: 1111 - How To Write A Great Job Description - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2013 from Catherine Lang-ClineWhen it comes to attracting a top candidate to your organization, the job description is a crucial element. Write a great one and it will catch the eye of a much wider pool of potential hires. Write a boring one and watch ideal hires click right on by. Whether you are looking for a ...
Views: 1110 - Introducing the “Super-Temp”-- a New Era in Staffing - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2012 from Catherine Lang-ClineSuperman, Superwoman, Supergirl – they swoop in at the last minute and save the day with their specialized skills and willingness to help. Now the “super” tag is being applied somewhere new – to temporary staffing. If you haven’t already heard of the “super-temp,” you will soon. It’s a new ...
Views: 1110 - Top Ten Items To Keep Your Home Organized - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2008 from pardeep batraEven the most frugal person I know will occasionally splurge on an item that will help her keep more organized. Here are some of my favorite organizational tools for the home. 1) Lazy Susan Thanks to the soul who invented this little item! They're cheap, and help keep spices, bottles, and ...
Views: 1110 - Change Management: Leading and Managing Employees Through Organizational Change - Webinar by TrainHR - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2012 from Russel stuartOverview : Change is normal, natural, and inevitable. This seminar focuses on understanding the positive and negative ways people respond to change; how to move successfully through the common stages of change; how to develop resilience when confronted with undesirable change; and how to coach ...
Views: 1108 - Hire a dedicated virtual employee for your Java software applications project - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2012 from Abilene JonesWhen you have to choose between a freelancer and a virtual dedicated employee for the Java software applications project you are outsourcing, you will come across debates (on the net) with people rooting for freelancers and also those who swear by the quality dedicated virtual Java programmers ...
Views: 1108 - Pasadena Image Printers | Pasadena Printer | Printing Service Company - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2014 from Intern OntrixAre you in need of printing services for a work or school project? Choose the Pasadena Image Printers to get the highest quality prints, quick and cheap. When you are in need to find a printing company who can help you to get the best prints for the greatest value, it is important to consider ...
Views: 1107 - Writing a Useful Career Ad - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Andy JobsMany individuals think that creating ads for a job vacancy is rather straightforward and after mentioning a not many information expected of the candidate, the spot is set to be advertised. It is vital to keep in mind that some business banks mainly on its human resource to succeed and turn in ...
Views: 1107 - Let's Work it Out - How to Work Through Confrontations - Webinar by TrainHR - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2012 from Russel stuartOverview : This workshop will identify what creates conflict. Help to understand basic behavioral styles, how they can create and resolve conflict. Learn how to develop appropriate communication and listening skills to resolve misunderstandings. Finally, the workshop will cover how to be an ...
Views: 1104(1 vote) - How Supported Employment Services Function - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2012 from martin farkThere are many types of jobs that one can take on as a career today; there are creative job titles with creative posts and job specifications but supported employment services may be a very special category in today’s environment. Environment Jobs are always required by all consumers across ...
Views: 1103 - The Accuracy of Video Based Testing - Not a Fad For the Serious Recruiter! - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2008 from Patricia DeardryYou have heard the saying a picture paints a thousand words! Well what about video? The average frame rate is 29 fps(frames per second) so could we say 30,000 words. On that light note let us start to explore the relevance of video based testing and the human resources fundamental! Well you ...
Views: 1102 - Top 5 Documents to Prepare for Termination: Employee Management - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Alison HowardWork Out the Kinks of Firing Before You Pull the Trigger By Alison E. Howard Firing an employee is a common business scenario. An employee is implicated in a singular episode or series of incidents that violate company policy and you have to terminate employment without causing further ...
Views: 1102(6 votes) - Knowing How To Determine Your Eligibility for Disability Benefits - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2010 from Michael RelvasDisability insurance is a financial product designed to protect a person’s ability to earn an income. If an injury or illness prevents you from working, a Disability insurance policy will provide you with a monthly benefit to replace a percentage of your income. Disability coverage can ...
Views: 1100(3 votes) - Passive vs. Active Hires - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Beth SmithAre you aware of what the ‘active to passive’ ratio in hiring refers to? I have been asked recently by hiring managers and recruiters about mine. The active to passive ratio reflects the number of people interviewed who are currently unemployed versus employed. An active candidate is currently ...
Views: 1099 - Are You Eligible To Offer Cobra Insurance? - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2008 from premierhr peoYes, there is an eligibility requirement to be able to offer your employees cobra upon separation. Most business owners and employees don’t know that. If you own a business, especially a start-up or small business, I recommend that you research your eligibility and make your status known ...
Views: 1098 - Protect Yourself From Being BURNED By Sales Candidates Who Over-Represent Their Skill Level - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2011 from Milly SonnemanTo take a common example from business life, consider the job interview. Let’s picture the situation together. You have advertised for sales associate and gathered resumes. Now, you must interview each candidate up close. This experience can be daunting. To prepare yourself and the ...
Views: 1097 - Design Consultants: Benefits of Hiring Them - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2012 from Adriel AbbsSeeking a good interior/exterior consultant is vital to a remodeling project as it completely make your house very new. If you have decided to hire one then should keep some knowledge about their charges and other used products for interior remodeling. If you are not having any idea of a good ...
Views: 1092 - Paint Removal Services for Brick Houses - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2012 from Mehboob TalukdarThere is a common misconception that painting over the brick on houses only happened in the 20th century. In fact many historic brick houses were painted early on in their lives and there were several reasons for this. Bricks were painted to conceal alterations like repairs, bricked up windows ...
Views: 1092(1 vote) - A Lesson for Businesses from PAC-12 Commissioner Larry Scott - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2011 from Joey FaucetteThe major activity in college athletics last week saw universities realigning their conference relationships. It’s a growth industry in a down economy and they’re seizing financial opportunities that emerge from positive associations with high fan-base institutions. The PAC-12’s announcement ...
Views: 1091 - People Finder For People Search - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2008 from Gilbert AndersonToday, it is possible to find any individual it does not matter if they are active or not. People search is made easy and fast today because of the advanced technology that has been developed to perform such operations. Even if the person has a different last name or has changed address they can ...
Views: 1091 - Employee Self Evaluation can be an asset - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2012 from BullsEye EvaluationEmployee Self Evaluation is the best way to initiate a sound communication between the staff and the organizational heads for the improvement of the performance. This provides a clear medium between the team member and supervisors about the employee’s view on their job and what plans they had ...
Views: 1089 - Why do Organizations go in for Human Resources Services? - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2013 from Ruby SahiwalOne of the most common phrases seen in the corridors of corporate offices refers to the workforce or “people”. Employees or the human resources are considered as the most important and valuable assets for any company. In the competitive labor market, it is very important to ensure that the needs ...
Views: 1087 - How to Spot a Good Web Designer? - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2012 from Grace AlexaEvery company, big or small, aspires to have a professional looking website that brings them closer to their potential and existing clients and give a perfect boost to their business. To get positive results, hiring a professional web designer, who understands your requirements and delivers ...
Views: 1086 - Performance Management Systems for Higher Educational sector - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2012 from BullsEye EvaluationPerformance Management is the basics for any type of organization. This is needed to accomplish specific goals of the organization and to know where exactly it wants to reach in near future or long term future. With rapid advancements in the business environment there are Performance Management ...
Views: 1085 - Tips For Effective Leadership - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2008 from Sandy LawrenceToday's business landscape is more challenging than ever with several generations and cultures working alongside. So how can you lead well and build 'Rich Relationships' for greater engagement and team communication? Focus on the basic building blocks for leadership - strong people skills. ...
Views: 1084 - Five Tips About Employment Verifications and Background Checks - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2012 from Marc DeBoerIf you have not read our section on employment verifications, please do so here. We give good insight into understanding what they are and how they can affect the offer process. It is widely unknown that the employment verification process plus background checks can make or break your entire ...
Views: 1083(1 vote) - 5 Traits to Look for in Engineering Recruitment Agencies - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2011 from Saxon Marsden-HugginsYou are an employer in the Engineering field. Joe is set to retire soon and you find yourself in need of a new Biochemical Engineer. Work has been crazy busy lately and you just don't have the time or resources to take on this task right now! You've almost decided to use an Engineering ...
Views: 1081 - 5 Ways to Successfully Manage a Remote Team - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2018 from Susan FriesenLeadership Skills for Small Businesses Whether you have a few people that telecommute to the office or a huge virtual team, remote employees are now the norm. It can be a challenge not only to find reliable remote employees, but also to effectively manage your team from afar. ...
Views: 1080 - Information Search For Death Records - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2008 from Gilbert AndersonDeath records are not that hard task to search; these records are considered as legal documents created by a physician who had recorded the date, time and the reason of an individual’s death. These records are under the care of a government authorities who used to maintain its safety and ...
Views: 1077 - Avoid Immediate Job Application Rejection - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2012 from Marc DeBoerRemember the days when you could write a resume and send it to all of your potential future employers? When you could just walk in with your resume on nice cotton paper? Well…times have changed and you should not be thinking of that anymore. You now need to be thinking of, "How can I get ...
Views: 1076(1 vote) - Basic Steps Of Safety Audit - by Submitted on May 23, 2012 from Nathaniel ZidThe safety audit software can be a critical tool for keeping your tasks on time and under budget. On going attention to security and reduction management is the ounces of avoidance that's worth a lb of cure. On a regular base, determining and then solving or eliminating position of perform ...
Views: 1076 - Erase And Expunge Criminal Records That Were Dismissed In Rhode Island - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2008 from Gilbert AndersonIt is a good idea for the benefit of the person concerned that all dismissed criminal records be erased or expunged. Expungement is a process where the criminal records are sealed or destroyed. The cases that were found not guilty on Rhode Island and any other place, should not be allowed to ...
Views: 1076 - Planning To Outsource Your iPhone Application Project? Allow Us To Help You - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2012 from Abilene JonesNow that you've decided to outsource your iPhone app project to India, why don't you contact a professional outsourcing company, such as, virtualEmployee, and see how it can help? Our efficiency in helping project outsourcing has, through the years, earned us more than 100 satisfied clients ...
Views: 1074 - Bullying in the Workplace: Hidden Costs and Legal Pitfalls - Webinar by TrainHR - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2012 from Russel stuartOverview : Unfortunately, bullying doesn't end in the schoolyard. Workplace bullying can be particularly destructive since the target may feel trapped and hopeless. Workplace bullying can also be destructive to an organization, putting it at risk for lawsuits and destroying morale. Bullying must ...
Views: 1073 - How to Avoid Discrimination When Using Social Media Tools in Your Hiring Process - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2011 from Dave DartAre you or your company breaking the law when you use social networking sites like LinkedIn, Facebook, MySpace, Twitter, and others to recruit for new candidates and/or screen job applicants? Federal anti-discrimination laws assert that companies can't discriminate individuals that fall into any ...
Views: 1073 - Challenges associated with carrying out background checks on senior employees - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2012 from Russel stuartWhat are background checks? Background checks, also referred to as background screening or background investigation, are a method of finding out a prospective hire’s past history in relation to his/her character and working experience. Apart from these, a background check can also include ...
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