Interviewing is a tricky situation. On one hand, you want to ask probing questions that will help you discover shortcomings in a prospective employee. On the other hand, if those questions cross the line, you can get yourself—and your company—into serious trouble.
So what should you avoid? Here are 10 questions you should NEVER ask in an interview.
When beginning to search for your next top performer we all have ideas on the type of employee we would like. However finding that employee can be easier said than done. This article provides you with 101 ideas on how to get your next dream employee.
Retaining good employees is one of the most rigorous challenges. That’s why The ABCs of Employee Retention is so helpful. From "Always Show Respect" to "Zealously Ask for Input," this article covers all the bases.
"Contract or Direct" tells the story of Keith and Mike, a couple of Technical Hiring Managers in need of some extra talent for a big contract they just won. Their case illustrates the value and convenience of contract staffing services and shares some of the situations in which contract hiring is the smartest option.
Looking to improve operating margins in your business? Then take a look at your staffing strategy. From the assembly line to the executive office, effective staffing is essential to maximizing profitability. This article contains 10 practical strategies for using staffing to reduce overhead, manage operating costs, and improve organizational performance.
New hires need to feel they fit in and that they are making valuable contributions to the company early on. One of the best ways to do this is with a well-designed orientation program. A good orientation program not only helps employees get up to speed faster, it increases job satisfaction and reduces turnover. This article covers all the essential elements of an effective orientation program.
Performance reviews take a lot of time and they can be a pain in the neck to complete, so it’s no surprise managers don’t like to do them. This article contains some tips to help you do a better job of reviewing performance.
Getting employees' ideas and getting their involvement is critical in our rapidly changing world. If your company is going to be competitive, it's mandatory to involve not just hands, but the ideas from everyone in your organization.
A great list of low cost and no cost motivators, focuses on eliminating "demotivators" from your culture and using communication, motivation, and empowerment to motivate employees.
There is no particular set of rules that one should follow in motivating employees. We each have our own driving force when it comes to doing an excellent job at work. As a manager, team leader, department head or supervisor, you need to determine the individual driving forces of those who are in your team so that you can create a motivated workforce.
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