An interview in and of itself can be anxiety-inducing. But when you find the hiring manager rapidly firing off difficult questions, it can quickly become overwhelming. Here are some of the more challenging interview questions and how to effectively respond. Why did you leave your previous employer? This is by far one of the trickiest… Read More »
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Making Turnover Easier on Your Workforce
A high employee turnover rate can be costly and have a negative impact on productivity and morale. It also presents inherent challenges for your workforce because there is often insufficient manpower and gaps in skills, which forces remaining employees to pick up the slack. Here’s how to make this transition period as easy as possible… Read More »
Why Did You Leave Your Last Job?
It’s a common question that arises during a job interview. “Why did you leave your last job?” This is arguably one of the most delicate topics you’ll address and requires you to handle the situation tactfully. Here’s how to discuss both the positive and negative aspects of past employment and what you have learned from… Read More »
How to Develop Leadership Qualities in Your Employees
Sound leadership is essential for nearly every business to operate at its peak. According to a 2015 Brandon Hall Group’s State of Leadership Development Study, “Leadership development earns a top spot year after year on organizations’ talent priority lists, but 36 percent do not have a formal leadership development strategy.” Here are some proven techniques… Read More »
Is Your Resume Bland?
Crafting a great resume is an initial first step for grabbing a hiring manager’s attention and getting your foot in the door. Without a rock-solid resume, you’re unlikely to ever be invited to an interview. In fact, “One in five recruiters will actually reject a candidate before they’ve finished reading their resume.” What if your… Read More »
Has Stress Turned Into the New Workplace Norm?
Stress has always existed in the workplace in some form. But it’s arguably never been more pervasive than it is today. In many ways, workplace stress has become the new norm and even accepted. Let’s discuss the widespread stress so many employees encounter in further detail and ways to overcome it. Some Telling Statistics An… Read More »
Three Tips to Help You Connect With an Interviewer
Your interviewer will assess you on multiple levels. Besides simply looking at your background, qualifications and credentials, they’ll also be examining your communication skills and how well you interact. If you’re able to establish rapport and connect with an interviewer, it’s going to work to your advantage. In some cases, this can even be the… Read More »
What Distractions Are Reducing Productivity in Your Workplace?
Distractions in the workplace are a serious problem that takes a big chunk out of daily productivity. According to a survey from Career Builder, “Three in four employers estimate that workers waste at least two hours a day.” That means 25 percent of an eight-hour shift is wasted! But which distractions are posing the biggest… Read More »
Team-Building Tactics to Promote Teamwork
Having employees who function well as a team is vital to the health and success of virtually every business. It’s the catalyst for increased productivity, fewer errors, lower turnover and maximum profitability. But how can you effectively go about creating a team-oriented environment? Here are some practical tactics for doing so. Examine Teamwork Skills During… Read More »
Are You the Ideal Candidate? Prove It.
Differentiating yourself from the masses of other job candidates isn’t always easy. But when you know you’re the ideal candidate, you want to make it abundantly clear to a hiring manager. Here are some ways to do so. Show You’re Aligned With the Company’s Mission Workplace culture is a big deal these days. Each company… Read More »