Reeling in March Madness
Approximately 50 million Americans contribute to March Madness pools at work. This level of participation is estimated to cost employers more than $1.9 billion in lost productivity. It may be tempting to bar all March Madness-related activities in your workplace, but … bah humbug! Experts agree this will not only hurt your reputation as a […]
Don’t Blink! How to Keep One Eye Open on the Job Market
Your next great job could be out there waiting for you … so you need to keep one eye on the market, no matter how perfect your current career situation may be. Especially if you excel at what you do – or, if you are contemplating a change in career direction – stay awake and […]
4 Simple Mistakes That Can Shatter Your Job Search
Even the savviest job hunter can fall prey to common mistakes in the process of finding their next great position. By simply being aware of possible blunders, you can more easily avoid them as you hone in on your next career move. Here are four simple pitfalls and some tips for steering clear of them: […]
Stop Making Bad Hires! But How?
Hire well and you’ll have a high-performing and happy team. Hire just one wrong person – sometimes called a “misfire hire” – and you’ll spend a lot of time, money and energy doing damage control. Have the right process, with the right checks and balances in place. Select wisely to achieve business growth while providing […]
Quitting Your Job Isn’t the End of the World
Quitting your job is not a decision to be taken lightly – and there is no one-size-fits-all model to help you make it. Consider the risks and rewards, as well as your financial situation. When all is said and done, you may find that moving on before another option is presented is the best thing […]
Create a Positive Company Culture
It’s a candidate’s market. Demand for top-performing talent has never been higher. When hiring for long-term loyalty and success, cultural fit is equally, if not more, important than technical skills. This is especially true among millennial employees, who tend to prioritize meaningful work over pay and won’t hesitate to leave if their employer’s values clash […]
Why Change Isn’t Always a Good Thing
Some people thrive on change. Others do all they can to resist it. But like it or not, change within an organization is inevitable – and in your HR leadership role, you will be integrally involved in managing it. Organizational change may have an unsettling impact on employees, whether it involves them directly or indirectly. […]
Following Career Mentors Online
Online networking is an excellent way to connect with and follow people who can advise you and help advance your career. If you are clear and concise about what you want, and become an active participant who shares in the conversational give and take, your online network will be the springboard to lifelong mentoring relationships. […]
Is Making a Career Change Worth the Risk?
Are you considering a career change – perhaps to a new occupation or industry, or even starting your own business? The risk involved is almost never black and white – and the decision you make will impact choices you encounter down the road, possibly for the rest of your professional life. It’s a big deal. […]
Increase Office Productivity by Taking a Break
Did you know that Albert Einstein is thought to have conceived the theory of relativity while he was out riding his bicycle? John Trougakos, assistant professor of management at the University of Toronto, is one of many experts who contend that workers need to reenergize by taking regular breaks from mental tasks. Mental concentration, Trougakos […]