Category: Recruiting

  • HR Q&A: The Role of Referrals When Hiring

    HR Q&A: The Role of Referrals When Hiring

    Referrals – they’re perhaps old school. You know, with job boards, LinkedIn, recruiter strategies and so on. But here’s the thing: Referrals continue to deliver exceptional employee prospects when done right.  But to get the most out of referrals you need to have a plan rather than relying on the good will of people keeping…

  • Rethinking employee benefits: Four ideas we like (and 3 we don’t)

    Rethinking employee benefits: Four ideas we like (and 3 we don’t)

    Editor’s note: This is the first in an ongoing series that looks at how businesses can attract and retain employees with new – and sometimes creative – benefits. We want to help you understand the best options and why they’re an important part of what you offer.  Quick hits  Four non-traditional benefits our experts recommend: …

  • A beginner’s guide to hiring out-of-state employees

    A beginner’s guide to hiring out-of-state employees

    By now, we’re pretty sure most people responsible for hiring have at least considered remote workers if being in the office isn’t absolutely necessary.  But what goes into that? When is it worth it? When is it a risk? Is it difficult to prepare your organization – that may or may not operate in all…

  • Top 10 Reasons to Partner with a PEO

    Top 10 Reasons to Partner with a PEO

    A Professional Employer Organization, or PEO, provides small and mid-sized business with payroll, benefits, and HR services for improved productivity and profitability. It also frees up valuable time to focus on mission-critical and profitable activities, so busy business executives can grow their business. There are numerous benefits to partner with a PEO. GET STARTED TODAY! National…

  • 8 Soft Skills to Look for in Your Next Hire

    8 Soft Skills to Look for in Your Next Hire

    Your clients or customers come to know your employees as the face and voice of your business. It’s imperative they communicate, interact, and build rapport with your customers. Doing so in a personable way is a coveted soft skill set. Not only do those skills impact external customers but also your internal culture. Employees understanding…

  • Top 6 Reasons Good Employees Leave:

    Top 6 Reasons Good Employees Leave:

    And What You Can Do About It. You did it! You finally hired and trained the last open position. After silently rejoicing over how everyone is working together and achieving key goals, someone submits their resignation. The cycle starts all over again and it’s so disappointing. Likewise, the trickle-down effect is hard to control. And,…

  • Should Your Organization Hire an Individual With a Criminal Record?

    Should Your Organization Hire an Individual With a Criminal Record?

    Employers may feel hesitant in hiring an individual with a criminal record. It’s understandable. In all likelihood, it’s probably due to the stigma and perception that criminals are more likely to be unreliable and commit an act of misconduct. But, much research on the employment of people with criminal histories shows that this is not…

  • Leadership Succession Planning

    Leadership Succession Planning

    5 Reasons You Should Plan For Changes   The sudden replacement of a leader can be pretty unsettling in an organization. According to a CEO Succession Planning Survey by Heidrick & Struggles and Stanford University, nearly half of companies aren’t able to immediately name a successor to their CEO should the need arise. Without a…

  • How to Plan for the Highly Anticipated Turnover Tsunami

    How to Plan for the Highly Anticipated Turnover Tsunami

    For the best part of 15 months, the COVID-19 pandemic has severely tested employees both physically and emotionally. The economic shutdown caused by the global outbreak has pushed them into survival mode, with many working longer hours to protect themselves and their families from the resulting income uncertainty. This prolonged period of stress and uncertainty…

  • 4 Ways to Spot False Information On Resumes

    4 Ways to Spot False Information On Resumes

    It can be challenging to distinguish between truth, exaggerations, and even straight-out lies on resumes as a hiring manager. According to Indeed, as many as 40% of people lie on their resumes. After all, the end game is capturing that open position – but at what cost? It’s often difficult to spot false information on…