As a business owner, you know that finding the right employees can be one of the most difficult and time-consuming tasks. You want to find people who have the skills and experience needed for the job but also complement your company culture. When your current employees refer their peers, they become invested in the success […]
Importance of Diversity & Inclusion in Recruiting
Recruiting is a crucial aspect of running an organization, and it’s important to ensure that your recruitment process is inclusive of people from different backgrounds and experiences. Diversity and inclusion in the recruitment process go beyond simply meeting quota requirements – they are essential elements of creating a successful team. In this article, we’ll explore […]
Establishing Clear Communication Strategies When Working With Remote Teams
As businesses move to remote work, effective communication between team members becomes more important. Without the ability to meet face-to-face and discuss projects or collaborate in person, organizations must have clear communication strategies in place for their remote teams. The need for strong communication skills was highlighted during the pandemic as companies worldwide shifted to […]
The Top 6 Reasons Employees Quit Their Jobs
Finding and keeping talented employees is a challenge for any business, but the cost of losing an employee can be significant. According to recent studies, it costs businesses between 40-60% of an entry-level employee’s annual salary to replace them when they quit. Therefore, it’s important that employers understand why people are leaving so they can […]
Tips for Mastering Remote Work
Working remotely is becoming more and more popular each year. In fact, according to a study by Gallup, 43% of American workers reported that they spent at least some time working remotely in 2016. The benefits of remote work are clear: employees can save time and money on transportation, reduce their stress levels, and have […]
How to Talk About Your Mental Health (with Your Employer)
When you look around in your workplace, you probably cannot tell which of your coworkers might be struggling with their mental health. After all, most people tend to struggle privately when they experience mental health issues. Yet, you would be surprised to know that the CDC confirms that one in five people in America struggles […]
When to Take a Mental Health Day
Nearly all of us have, at some point, felt too stressed at work. When you are already struggling with mental health issues, such as anxiety or depression, the need to take a day off from work solely for your mental wellbeing becomes imperative. This can help relieve stress, prevent the risk of burnout, and help […]
5 Tips to Help You Make a Smooth Career Transition
The thought of making a career change may seem overwhelming, especially if you’ve been in the same profession for a long time. You may have gotten comfortable in your current job position and be wondering why you need to make that change. However, making a career switch can be life-changing and totally worth it. You have to reflect on whether […]
A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating a Perfect Resume
When a company is recruiting, the hiring managers will first look at a person’s resume before deeming them worthy enough to invite them for an interview. As such, the candidate’s resume, not the candidate himself, will make the first impression on the hiring managers. Because of this, it is essential that your resume be created in a way […]
What Your Resume and Cover Letter Should Look Like in 2021
Yes, cover letters matter. If you want your job application to stand out in the challenging job market of 2021, you must cover all ends and create a stellar cover letter and resume. The current global pandemic and the resultant economic recession have drastically changed the current job market. Several employees were either let go, […]