As the saying goes, "Plan for the best but prepare for the worst," rings true when running a company. All companies experience periods of hardship. Those that prepare ahead of time, though, often come out stronger than before. Building a contingent workforce is one way...
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It's more than just frustrating when you lose an employee, it's expensive. Research conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) shows that the average tenure for employees in the United States is about four years. Understanding employee turnover and employee attrition can minimize...
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Recruiting new employees requires an evaluation of their capabilities. Leaders often look for candidates that exhibit the necessary skills, education and experience, and motivations to satisfy a pending role. Since jobs or roles have different requirements for success, talent assessments can help you choose the...
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Does your company have an official onboarding process for new employees? If not, you should consider creating one. According to MIT Sloan, one in four companies in the United States have an onboarding process. By jumping on board the bandwagon, your company will benefit in...
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Great managers are essential to your company success. They provide guidance to their teams, and good managers keep the wheels of productivity turning. Not everyone has what it takes to manage others well. According to a Gallup survey, about one in ten employees make great...
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Well-written job descriptions are an essential part of hiring the right new employees. A job description can convey the type of candidate you are looking to hire, however, some are more effective than others. In this post, you will gain insight into writing amazing job...
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The success of your small business is dependent upon motivated and focused employees with the right strengths to operate your company and increase market share. Think of your employees as the essential fuel to firing all business performance engines. Building high performing teams begins with...
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There is one thing we teach relentlessly to our clients, that leadership is a part of every position in your business. As we examine, align, and leverage talent, we instill a new viewpoint about teams; that all internal members are business contributors, not job holders. ...
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Does your company have one or more open positions for a part-time job? Statistics show that there were nearly 27 million part-time employees in 2019. Defined as employees who work less than 40 hours per week, typically 30 hours or less per week, they are...
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Cultivating highly productive and motivated employees requires effective employee development or training programs. At every level of responsibility within your company, development plans are a key to success. Owners should not expect a recently hired employee to perform a role without the right guidance. Employees...
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