Can You Spot the Signs of a Bad Hire?
Successful recruitment begins the moment you decide to hire a new employee – and continues through your hiring strategy and process. Sometimes, despite all your best efforts, a bad hire happens. If you fear that’s the case, there are signs you can watch for to help verify your concern. Red Flags Let’s hope it didn’t […]
How to Motivate Lazy Employees
What do you do if the employee who showed so much promise during their interview turns into something else entirely? On the job, they are lazy and unmotivated. They may even drag others down with them – and they will most likely have a negative effect on morale, productivity or profitability. Yikes! Granted, there will […]
Didn’t Get the Job? How and When to Ask for Feedback
Asking for feedback after a job rejection can be a bit stressful – but it also can be very beneficial as you continue your search for a new position. When, how and why should you take this step? First of all, keep your spirits up. Maybe that one employer didn’t think you were right for […]
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 […]