It’s the beginning of 2016 and your company may be looking to expand or shake things up for the year ahead. So when is a good time to begin the hiring process? Typically, most companies spend the first part of January catching up from the holiday break and planning for the year. Your organization may… Read more »
If you listen to conventional wisdom, you probably think the holiday season is the worst time of year to look for employment. Many hiring managers take off multiple days during the holiday season, logic says, and the amount of work to be done generally slows down or goes into overdrive – depending on the industry…. Read more »
Team-building exercises generally fall one of two ways: fun or unbearable. The trick is – the activity should be easy to understand, properly suited to your company culture, and appropriate in general. For example, if your organization is heavily populated with female baby boomers, dragging everyone out in the woods to play paintball probably isn’t… Read more »
Looking for a new, exciting career in the light industrial field? You’re not alone! This industry continues to offer fast-paced opportunities for all types of job seekers, experienced or otherwise. However, this doesn’t mean light industrial companies will take just anyone. There are a few industry-specific qualities companies are looking for; as well as more… Read more »
Often, all it takes to stand out from the crowd is one extra little step that people notice and appreciate. In an interview, the extra step can be simply expressing your thanks in a handwritten note. With text, email and any number of messaging apps, it’s easier than ever to send a quick note of… Read more »
Companies are constantly rolling out new technology tools to boost efficiency in today’s workplace, and it’s an administrative assistant’s responsibility to keep their skills with these tools up-to-date. An admin used to be responsible for simply taking notes, handling scheduling duties and communicating both inside and outside an organization. Now, admins must support their bosses… Read more »
Building loyalty is one of those things that might sound like a nice thing to do, but not essential to maintaining a company’s bottom line. However, experts and academic research both indicate companies with loyal employees see a financial benefit from that devotion. Employees who feel a sense of loyalty to their employer are less… Read more »
Many people prize a full-time job over a temporary position or contract work, but there are numerous reasons you should seek out – and even embrace – a temporary job. Workers should be exploring every opportunity with the uncertainty in today’s job market, and many are doing just that. During the economic recovery from 2009… Read more »