The Do’s and Don’ts for Building Co-worker Friendships

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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…

What Leadership Style is Right for You?

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Being a successful leader in any field is essential for keeping a company running smoothly. When employees have an example to follow, one that shows them the core goals and tone of the business, a company is more likely to bring forth high-quality leads and profits, not to mention provide a positive contribution toward the…

How to Ensure Your Team Meets its End-of-the-Year Goal

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As the end of the year draws closer, you may have outstanding goals you hoped to achieve for your business. You want to report success to your employees and customers, keeping the company profitable and progressive. So what can you do in the fourth quarter, while holidays and upcoming PTO is at the forefront of everyone’s minds?  …

Need to Bring an Employee Out of Their Shell? Read This.

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Every workforce is comprised of two personality types: introverts and extroverts. Introverted employees tend to be shy in social situations, and not as apt to participate in group discussions. But this doesn’t mean they have nothing to say!   As a manager, it’s a great benefit to your workforce to hear the thoughts and ideas of all…

What Is Your Cost Per Hire?

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To maintain a manageable staffing budget, you need a clear understanding of your staffig costs. And you can do this by calculating cost per hire for new workers you bring on board.  How to calculate your cost to hire per employee  This is a fairly easy, but valuable process. Follow these steps:  Tally all the…

Tips to Finding Top Skilled Trades Talent on Facebook

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Looking for skilled trade candidates on social media? Your first thought may be LinkedIn—which is a good option. But have you ever considered the advantages of Facebook for quality staffing options? Advantages of Facebook This ever-popular social media site boasts more than two billion users, which means your sourcing pool is much larger than on…

Top Reasons to Keep Your LinkedIn Updated

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LinkedIn is the place where employers, candidates, and recruiters unite! It’s literally your online resume and the place where you can showcase who you are and what you’re all about professionally. Four reasons to keep an up-to-date LinkedIn profile Did you know that your LinkedIn profile ranks high in Google searches? It’s at the top…

Job Burnout: 6 Ways To Confront It

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Low to moderate levels of stress are not only good but a necessary part of achievement and healthy development. When stress reaches excessive levels, however, it is a destructive force. Over long periods, it will almost undoubtedly produce the dreaded burnout stage: a feeling of complete mental and physical exhaustion commonly attributed to a job. Whats worse…

4 Things to Do When You Prepare for an Interview

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An interview can be a stressful experience, whether you are looking for permanent work or a temporary position.  However, interviews don’t have to be tense. The purpose of the interview is for you and the employer to see if you are a good fit and if the job is one that you are likely to…

How Do You Choose a Good Mentor for Your Career?

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If you want to achieve professional success, finding a good mentor is a great way to start.  In every field, there is opportunity for advancement and to find a rewarding job that makes the most of your skills. The key is to always be focused on professional development and exploring new opportunities. Finding a mentor…