Recruiting & Hiring Insights Blog
What are some of the most effective responses to the question, “Why should we hire you?”
Those five little words often strike fear in a job candidate’s heart. But you needn’t be scared if you’re prepared. Your prospective employer wants to know why you think you’re the best candidate for their position and now is...
6 Ways to Prepare to Re-Enter the Workforce
Do you have a gap in employment on your resumé? Extended absences from the workforce or gaps in your employment history can feel like a black mark on your otherwise spotless record. While they can be a red flag to your would-be...
How to Spot a Fake Job Candidate
It is human nature to want others to see the best in us. We dress in clothes that are flattering and expensive. We use social media to showcase our accomplishments. We tell stories about our favorite memories. Most importantly,...
Why should business owners hire accountants instead of handling their own accounting?
Professional accountants handle everything from payroll and taxes to investments and cash flow strategies - all critical factors in your business’ success. But they come with a price tag. Are they worth it? Business leaders from...
The Importance of Asking Questions in a Job Interview
Walking into any job interview, you know there will be a lot of questions to answer. You are prepared to discuss your education, past employment, challenges, and successes. After an hour of back and forth, you are sure you...
How Much Should You Challenge Your Employees?
We all face challenges every day in every organization and in every position at every level. No one is immune. While we often lament the difficulties they bring and the accompanying stress, these problems can be crucial to...
What should companies be aware of when hiring a temp worker?
Temp workers represent an effective resource when looking to staff up for big projects, intermittent employee shortages, and increased seasonal demand. However, our veteran entrepreneurs note that all temp workers are not...
7 Questions to Answer Before You Accept a Counteroffer
Sometimes it seems the best way to get the pay raise you have been dreaming about is to find another job. When you hand in your resignation, your boss is sure to recognize your importance to the team and offer to increase your...
5 Strategies to Overcome Customer Service Challenges
Customers are an integral part of every successful business. Every business owner is keenly aware that their business would flounder without loyal customers generating a reliable income. Thus, providing every customer with the...
What are the various reasons why employee attendance drops sharply?
Have you noticed a significant drop in employee attendance lately? Are a number of your team members increasingly calling in sick since you hired that new manager? Any number of factors can contribute to a person not wanting to...
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