Because today’s job market is highly competitive, it can be difficult to find the right candidate. But as a hiring manager, there are things you can do to increase your chances of connecting with the right individual. For example, keeping job seekers informed throughout the hiring process can be a game changer. To learn about […]
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As a hiring manager, your goal is to attract top talent, but sometimes it is not clear how to find candidates who will seamlessly mesh with your current team. To connect with the right fit, you need a worker who aligns with your company culture. When you share your company values in a job description,
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Often when employers are looking to hire new talent, they pick up an old job description and update it with the specifics of the post they are looking to fill, and the template may include a degree requirement. If this is true for you, it may be time to consider how the hiring landscape has
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Being promoted is an exciting time, it’s a big step in your career. That said, if you are a first-time manager, you may be unsure of how to handle all of your new responsibilities while managing your team. But there are plenty of supports you can lean on, such as connecting with mentors, reading books
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Everyone has goals for their team. But in order for your managerial objectives to be understood and accomplished, you need to be able to effectively communicate with your employees, team mates, and potential hires. Strong communication means a sense of collaboration will be created, ensuring everyone is aiming for the same target. If you have
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When reading resumes, many hiring managers find candidates listing skills in a format that wasn’t around when they were starting out. For instance, a person may list their micro-credentials. While it is understood that micro-credentials are, generally, short terms of study that focus on a specific assessment or skillset, there is no official definition. If
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Staffing is a complex issue for many businesses. It is a delicate balance, because if you have too many workers and too little work, revenue is impacted. But if your staff is too lean, you may have to pass on a lucrative project. This is why staffing plans are essential. At the end of the
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November is a time to enjoy the changing leaves and begin to prepare for the holiday season. While part of this is planning your social calendar and family events for Thanksgiving, holiday parties, Christamas, Hanukkah, and other celebrations, there are also things you can be doing to fortify your work team for the New Year.
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If you are a manager, you know that your team is only as good as the individuals within the group. Because of this, it pays to have engaged, motivated employees. Everyone on a team benefits when employees are satisfied in their positions and excited about their projects. One way to increase worker involvement is through
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When you need more staffing support, you may connect with potential hires through a job post. And that initial contact could lead to great conversations through the interview process. But before you make an offer, you need to check references. Performing reference checks is one of the many steps to hiring the right person for
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