Three Reasons an Employee Handbook Can Mitigate an HR Nightmare
An employee handbook protects both the employer and the employee. The handbook serves as a guide for both parties concerning behavior, rules, and policies. A handbook also provides safety policies that employees and the employer are expected to follow. If effectively enforced, an employee handbook eliminates ambiguity, improves safety, and assigns appropriate accountability. The Small […]
Four Ways to Improve Your Quality Control Process…Without Breaking the Bank
Quality control is a very important component of running any type of organization. When the end result or product is of high-quality, it results in repeat business and a good reputation for the company. But managing and monitoring quality assurance and the controls that need to be in place take time and effort. Unfortunately, some […]
A Fun Company Culture Can Still Be a Productive One
Businesses place much emphasis on making workplaces more fun to appeal to a younger generation of workers. Look no further than companies like Google, Facebook, and Yelp, where employees enjoy plenty of “playtime” to break up their daily tasks. Nap pods, indoor sports facilities, bring your pet to work days, and creative centers are becoming […]
What Makes a Cover Letter Stand Out from the Others in the Pile?
Trying to find a job can be very frustrating. Have you ever wondered why you are not getting any calls from hiring managers after you go through the effort of sending a professional resume and cover letter? Perhaps it’s not you. It could be your cover letter just needs a little bit of tweaking. How […]
Getting Hired Fast – How to Stand Out from the Competition
The job market is tight these days. That much we know. And, most job seekers will sit through many interviews before ever receiving a job offer. If you want to get off the unemployed list – let alone land your dream job – you’re going to need to stand out from the competition, now more […]
Hiring for Company Culture – Why It’s Not Always the Best Idea
No one wakes up in the morning thinking, “I hope I argue with a coworker today.” Almost everyone considers a hostile working environment to be a downside, which is why we prefer to work with people whose attitudes and viewpoints are similar to ours. In an effort to construct this ideal workplace, it’s become trendy […]