“We need to remember across generations that there is as much to learn as there is to teach.” - Gloria Steinem The holidays are over. Smart human resource professionals now plan for spring college recruitment activities. Hiring managers seek recent and future grads who are the best and brightest students. Recruiters week them because they [...]
It’s 2020, and you’re ready for a fresh start – a new path – a career change. Before you tear out of the gate on your quest, create a structured and organized plan that starts with informational interviews. What is an Informational Interview? Informational interviews are interviews you conduct with those who work in your [...]
Winter weather can be hazardous, whether you employ indoor or outdoor staff. It’s imperative for you, as company leaders, to fully understand and predict potential hazards and take any necessary precautions to keep your employees safe. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 26.6 per/10,000 full-time employees were injured on the job in 2018. The [...]
The temp workforce isn’t losing any steam in today’s economy. More than ever, job seekers are seeking contract work, and more companies are hiring temp workers. This trend is popular because it allows candidates and corporations to “Try it before they buy it.” If you are looking to turn your position from temporary to full-time, [...]
“Instead of being ‘heads down,’ we should be ‘heads up’ so we can spot trends.” Josh Linkner To run a successful business in 2020, get out of the “status quo” mentality, and become a visionary. Although you can meet your goals by doing the same old same old, you will miss out on your chance [...]
With the year-end holidays approaching, excitement rises as employees begin to make holiday plans. There’s shopping to do, meals to plan, and family gatherings to attend. Overwhelmed with seasonal tasks, your staff may lose sight of their job responsibilities unless managers find unique ways to redirect their focus. Year-end signals increased customer demands, additional workloads, [...]
It’s hard to believe that the time of year when family and friends gather to share the holidays are right around the corner. During this time, we reflect on the past year, recognize the lessons we’ve learned from our challenges, and express gratitude for the good. This season presents the perfect opportunity for you, as [...]
In November 2018, OSHA released the latest workplace injury statistics. They report that there were “2.8 million non-fatal injuries and illnesses reported by industry employers in 2017.” That staggering figure does not include deaths and non-privatized entities. As company leaders, you take the safety of your workers seriously, that’s why it’s crucial to adhere to [...]
Technology, like energy, is ever-changing, as seen in America’s history. The first industrial revolution brought about industrial-sized manufacturing, water, and steam power; the second, rail expansion, telegraph and telephones, which changed global commerce forever. The third industrial revolution or digital revolution revolutionized how we communicate and share knowledge. According to the World Economic Forum (WEF), [...]
It’s hard to believe the holiday season is right around the corner. Companies large and small are beginning to plan for their most profitable time of year. Whether your industry is retail, marketing, advertising, warehousing, manufacturing, shipping, or any other, you have an opportunity to make a positive impact on your bottom line during this [...]
