Recruiting

Interviewing perspective employees is an important part of the hiring process. In today’s world interviewing requires a balance between obtaining information and building rapport while avoiding potentially litigious questions. Here are examples of direct questions not to ask while interviewing a candidate. Specific questions are grouped by topic and do have alternative ways of getting legitimate information. Religion. Questions about [...]

I speak with many candidates each day, and I am surprised how passive that the candidates are in the job search. When looking for a new job, most of them think only to contact a recruiter or search various job posting sites. While I recommend all of these steps, I also mention to the candidates that they need to take [...]

Every job is different, and every job has its own challenges and obstacles to overcome. Staying motivated at work is essential for professional outcomes and overall job satisfaction. When you are having a difficult time, realize that there are often small things that you can do to increase motivation and productivity. Here are five steps that you can take to [...]

A virtual workforce can be great for your business, cutting down on overhead costs and maximizing on the flexibility of employees. However, there are certainly some management considerations that are far different from what traditional workforces require. When all or most of your staff do not work in the same location, you must adjust your management style. The best managers [...]