One of the biggest mistakes businesses can make when developing a training program is waiting for perfection. Perfection has no business in, well, business, and in many instances, it can actually get in the way of business productivity. Learn more and read our top 7 employee training tips!
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It’s time to get social! Almost all of us on are on social media on a regular basis. Why not use it to land your next job? There are a number of things you can be doing to build a network and get job leads. I recently asked my team to share their social media expertise. Check out their advice, and then join the conversation on our Facebook page with your top tips!
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There comes a time in every employee’s life when he or she will come face-to-face with the CEO — and we’re talking alone. If you find yourself in this situation, there are ways to keep from going silent. Here are often a good place to start!
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If you plan on going social with your job search, you must position yourself to not only stand out but make an impression that really counts. And here are the best ways to start!
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There are so many ways to use social media to attract new talent. To effectively build, grow, and nurture your network, consider these 8 tips.
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Starting a new job is stressful. It’s almost like being the new kid in school! It’s also an exciting time for both the employee and the employer, and so it should be a positive experience. A warm welcome can boost job satisfaction, productivity, and retention – a win-win! I recently asked my team to share their strategies for welcoming new employees.
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Creating relationships at work is important. It helps develop your career, build trust, and work more effectively. And, it’s a heck of a lot more fun! Building relationships in the workplace is often easier said than done. There are a number of ways to build strong, worthwhile relationships with the people you work with, and here are six!
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Some of the toughest decisions are people decisions - made even tougher by the costs associated with a bad hire. But some of these aren't actually “bad hires” - rather it’s due to the onboarding process, or lack thereof. There’s an art to the process, and the following steps can help!
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Getting the job is just the beginning of your journey. You’ve now got to set yourself up for success, and your first few months in this new role will often be the litmus test. How do you ensure a successful start from day one? Find out!
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Resumes come in all shapes and sizes. What makes a resume stand out from the rest in the stack? Well, I recently reached out to our team to ask this very question, and their responses are sure to help employers and job seekers alike!
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Six seconds. That’s not a lot of time to catch a reader’s attention, but that’s all you’ve got when it comes to a recruiter reviewing a resume. I thought it was time to share what really can make a resume stand out.  Here are the eight secrets to writing an attention-grabbing, job-landing resume!
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Whether you’re looking for new ways to think about business, insights into better managing your career, or inspirational stories that change the way you look at life, our staff has shared some of their favorite motivational, leadership, and business books to put on your reading list. Here are some of our recommended reads!
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“Oh, we know what we’re looking for.” I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard that phrase. Sure, you have an idea of who you want to hire, but this isn’t always the best way to approach the hiring process. Here are nine best practices to improve and expedite your hiring process.
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It’s no secret why you’d want a happy workforce. If people aren’t enjoying their jobs, you can’t very well expect them to remain engaged—and a lack of engagement often means everything from work quality and productivity to recruitment and retention will suffer. The following 12 tactics could be the solution to improving the happiness and morale of your workforce.
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Succession planning is so important to a business. It gives you the opportunity to educate, mentor, and promote from within. It’s also a much more efficient way to hire staff. Besides, there are a number of other advantages to promoting instead of hiring, and they often include the following.
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Ask almost anyone about happiness in the workplace, and they’ll likely tell you it’s tied to money, management, or that professional nemesis every office seems to have. But they’d be wrong. Happiness has nothing to do with the job itself — nor does it have anything to do with a boss or a colleague. It has everything to do with you.
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Employee engagement is the level at which your employees care about their work and your company. They don’t work just for a paycheck but to help you achieve whatever it is your business is trying to achieve. If this isn’t reason enough to invest in employee engagement, consider these six other benefits.
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A special thank you message from CEO Geno Cutolo to our valued employees and Talent on Employee Appreciation Day. Thank you for all that you do!
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Giving your employees a raise isn’t just recognition for their achievements and contributions; it shows you trust that they’ll keep doing their part in advancing your business interests. But a bump in pay isn’t always in the budget, and you’re now left with a difficult decision: how to show your appreciation when a salary increase is out of the question. Find out!
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While we all know there are plenty of people out there who genuinely love their jobs, one reason still tops the list of why we go to work each morning: money. The only problem is that few of us actually know how to negotiate our salaries. The next time you’re feeling like you should be making more money, try these tips.
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