From hurricanes to wildfires and tornadoes—when nature strikes, things can escalate quickly and there’s not always a lot of warning. Get your team organized now to help you communicate effectively, reduce risk, and maximize productivity during storms or other unforeseen events. Here are 5 things you can do now to prepare your team for natural disasters:
Hiring and retention are akin to dating and marriage—everyone’s happy in the beginning. The “honeymoon phase” lasts about a 12 to 18 months, and then the real work begins. With people quitting their jobs in record numbers lately, it’s important to remember that keeping great people around takes work! Retaining your best people might be easier than you think though, especially with a little effort. Here are a few ways to reward your employees and keep them around:
Thinking of getting an intern next month when college kids go back to school? Internship programs are a great way to find and train great entry level talent, but if improperly managed, they can be a real hassle. One of the biggest questions you’ll have to answer is whether you’re going to pay your interns. Here are some facts you should know before you make your decision:
Hiring has changed and we’re seeing fewer thank you notes and emails from applicants. Why is this practice losing its popularity, and does it matter? We think the increase in casual working environments is largely to blame, but we also feel that expressing gratitude, communicating effectively, and going the extra mile are traits that matter more than ever to employers. Here are 4 things to consider when debating on whether to hire someone who didn’t send a thank you note:
Hiring is a challenge because there is typically a high sense of urgency, combined with a low number of applicants who are a fit from both a qualifications and cultural perspective. Before you jump in to the deep end of costly job boards and mediocre results, educate yourself. We’ve made that easier for you with a hiring checklist to help you see more successful results from your next search:
The job boards are full of appealing data points and big promises when it comes to recruiting. It’s easy to get reeled in, but the results you see are often disappointing and require a LOT more work that you originally envisioned. Here are some common job board frustrations and suggestions to help you see better results:
It’s official! Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has released a statement saying I-9 audits are happening in full force this summer. While ICE remains hyperfocused on criminal activity and deporting people who are working in the U.S. illegally, the fact remains that audits are on the rise and your company could be next. According to the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), there are already more open workplace investigations in 2018 than there were in the entire year of 2017—and it’s not even officially summer yet. Here are 5 tips to help you prepare for an I-9 audit:
There are thousands of veterans discharged from active service every year and one of them could be the next member of your team. With a plethora of valuable skills and an incredible work ethic, former members of the U.S. Military make great employees. Here are 5 reasons why you should hire a veteran:
When employees leave, (either from a termination or voluntary resignation) what they take with them is often overlooked by employers and HR managers. This is a time when vigilance and consistency are important. While it would be lovely if all departing employees had the best intentions and displayed a high degree of professionalism, the reality is—this doesn’t always happen. Here is a quick cheat sheet that will help you know what to watch out for when parting ways with an employee:
Time off is a huge perk, but it’s one that many people aren't taking full advantage of. Why is this? Do we think we’re too busy? Do we feel guilty leaving our team with a heavier workload? Are we afraid someone will swoop in and take over our job? Or are we just so used to being “plugged in” 24/7 that the idea of a true vacation seems so 20th century? Here are a few interesting bits of trivia around modern PTO plans:
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