The rule of thumb for hiring managers and HR professionals is to always hire the most qualified person for a job opening. And while that’s still true, companies that can spot high-potential, but underqualified applicants can gain a serious competitive advantage. To be clear, there’s a difference between unqualified and underqualified. An unqualified candidate won’t…
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The Do’s and Don’ts for Building Co-worker Friendships
Let’s face it – whether working in the office or remotely – most of us spend the majority of our waking hours interacting with our co-workers. While some of these relationships are business-only, many others turn into office friendships. These types of interactions can make the job fun and less tedious. In fact studies…
Safety Tips to Keep in Mind When Operating a Forklift
On the job, following safety procedures helps you protect yourself and coworkers from harm. It’s important to learn the proper procedures for operating a forklift and always follow these safety guidelines in your workplace. Key forklift operating practices Be sure you’re familiar with all of the following: 1. Only operate a forklift if qualified. In…
How to Ask for Constructive Criticism after an Interview
It’s very disappointing to get rejected for a potential job. Sometimes, you may know exactly what went wrong during the interview. But other times, you may think you did a great job and aren’t sure why you weren’t hired. During your interview, you will likely be keyed up or even nervous, so things you would…
Tricks to Help Make Your Meetings More Efficient and Productive
Employees are busy people! With full schedules of tasks and daily demands, meetings can eat up lots of valuable time. To be sure you’re spending your staff’s time wisely, it helps to follow a few meeting best practices. Six pathways to better meetings To get everyone through a meeting and back to their workday, consider…
Here is Why Contract Positions Are a Great Way to Build Your Resume
In your search for employment, contract positions are a huge benefit. This type of employment, which includes temporary assignments in which you have a contract with an employer for completing a specific assignment, gives you the opportunity to learn and grow in your career while earning income. Advantages of contract work Though contract assignments aren’t…
Why Do I Need a Staffing Agency?
Finding and placing top talent is a time-consuming process—one that can be difficult to get right. Consider that you must post job openings, manage job posts, interview and screen potential candidates, and onboard new hires. And all this in the hope that you’ve made a wise hiring choice because the cost of employee turnover is…
Improve Your LinkedIn Profile Today
LinkedIn has become a powerful tool for employers and for job seekers. If you are looking for a job, it is especially important to make sure that your LinkedIn profile is complete and comprehensive, so potential employers can find you and learn more about what you have to offer. Many people will input basic information…