Happy Valentines! How to get candidates to fall in love with your job posting
Getting the right talent to apply to your company is the first step to hiring top talent. It's arguably the most important step. Here's how to get awesome applicants who are as excited about your job posting as you are. First, let's take a look at examples of an engaging job listing and a dull one. Compare the two, paying attention to language, details, and what the postings say. What are some things that make one [...]
6 Ways to stay healthy and productive this flu season
Sniffles, coughs, and sneezes abound. Hearing those familiar, unwelcome sounds indicates the start of yet another flu season. If you hear plenty of the sniffles around your office, here's how to avoid getting sick. If you already caught something, we also include some tips on how to get work done through it. 1. Load up on vitamins Making sure your body is equipped with nutrients and vitamins needed to maintain a healthy immune system is [...]
Doing HR for the first time? Here’s what to look out for
Being in HR for the first time is especially challenging, because HR is responsible for the well-being of every other department. If you're just starting out and looking for ways to make a meaningful contribution, here are some tips for HR beginners. Get to know your team These are the people you'll be working with, relying on, and reporting to. As a newbie in HR, you should see your team as your allies. They can [...]
Pre-Screen Employees to Make the Right Choice the First Time
When you pre-screen employees before hiring them, you're investing time and effort to avoid wasting time and money later on. Every bad hire costs you and your team resources. Here's how you can use pre-screening to hire right the first time. Keep interviews simple Your interviews should get to the heart of what you need quickly. Pay attention to how they handle hard questions, the language they use, and whether or not they shift blame. [...]