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A company wellness program is one of the best ways to raise health awareness among your staff It can provide practical knowledge about health concerns and encourage employees to think about healthier behaviors. And since it’s a workplace program, it provides a supportive environment among co-workers and from management for them to make and sustain… Read more
You’ve probably experienced the anxiety of one of your employees moving on and leaving a void in your operations. You feel the panic rising as you realize you need to find a replacement quickly so can you minimize the effect on your company’s productivity. But – rushing to hire someone to fill the opening can… Read more
Setting goals is an essential part of planning your career. Whether you’re just starting out or want to leave a less-than-fulfilling job and chart a new course, you’ll need to set career goals to provide you with a roadmap to reach your desired destination. By setting and achieving your goals, you will reap the many… Read more
While managing the hectic day-to-day activities of the workplace, bosses may not recognize the need for continuous learning and development. It takes a different mindset for managers to see themselves as “teachers” instead of merely being “supervisors,” but that transformation can give managers the ability to make noticeable improvements in production and morale. Regardless of… Read more
You’ve been at your current job for several years. While you’ve enjoyed the position, things have changed over time. The work is starting to feel stale. You’re not exactly miserable, but you aren’t happy, either. You’ve got this nagging feeling that you could use a change of scenery. Sometimes it’s obvious you need a change;… Read more
I’m sure that every one of us has seen the inspirational “failure” quotes. (Is that an oxymoron, or what?) Messages like “You miss 100 percent of the shots you don’t take” (Wayne Gretzky) and “I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life and that is why I succeed” (Michael Jordan). While all… Read more
Finding the right employee for an open position in your company is more difficult than ever. The competition for top talent is intense, and with the latest job figures showing the nation’s unemployment rate falling to 3.8 percent in February, it won’t get any easier. These statistics are good news for those looking for work,… Read more
When one of your employees gives notice, do you always follow up with an exit interview? If not, you might want to reconsider. The exit interview can be an opportunity for employers to protect their brand, identify issues with morale, and reduce the risk of turnover in the future. The exit interview is also a… Read more
So far you’ve done everything right in the job hunting process. You put the work in on your application, updated your resume, and tailored your cover letter specifically for the employer. You’ve followed up on your application, and your skills and experience match the needs of the company. The employer decides to either email or… Read more
It’s exciting when you spot a job listing that perfectly matches everything that you’ve been hoping to find. Thoughts of securing your dream job dance happily in your head. You even picture yourself proudly walking into your new company on your first day. And then a bucketful of cold reality is thrown in your face.… Read more
