As a manager, you spend a significant amount of time and money hiring employees. You analyze job responsibilities, candidate attributes, required skills and experience, and other pertinent information, then create job postings based on your findings. You interview candidates over several weeks, narrow down the finalists, make an offer, and gain a new hire. However, this process typically is […]
If you’ve been working in the same career for years, it may be time for something new. You might have accomplished all you set out to do, grown beyond what initially got you interested in the field, or simply want a different challenge. Keep in mind that it’s better to try something new and learn whether it’s right […]
Employee perks are closely tied to lifestyle quality. Common perks include flexible work hours, professional development opportunities, wellness programs, and remote work options. Employee perks enhance work-life balance. They help staff improve their physical and mental health and care for their families while getting ahead in their careers. Because workers who receive perks feel supported both inside and outside the […]
Using a college alumni network is one of the best ways to stay connected with fellow graduates and potentially land a job. Alumni networks help former students from a college, fraternity/sorority, club, or region gain information on each graduate’s career, residence, and contact information. Alumni can make contacts in a field, ask for career information […]
Social media plays a significant role within your organization. Your customers expect you to be online and available to answer questions and complaints at any time. Because your brand needs to stay connected with current and potential customers, one poorly timed or poorly worded message can have detrimental effects on your company’s reputation. This is […]
Social media plays a key part in today’s job search strategy. You gain insight into opportunities and employers that interest you and learn more about what it’s like to work for a company. You’re also able to see who works for the organization, determine whether you have a connection, and potentially gain an employee referral to increase your odds of securing […]
Picture yourself having passive candidates to talk with the next time a hard-to-fill position opens up. Imagine how much time and money you’ll save by having individuals to reach out to when the need arises. Having an available pipeline of candidates not only reduces your time to hire, but also leads to better quality candidates. […]
If you’ve been in your current role a while, you may no longer feel challenged by it. As you repeatedly perform the same responsibilities and gain more experience, you’re able to accomplish the same tasks in less time. Although this make your work easier, it also can cause you to feel complacent. Since you need to be challenged to feel engaged, it’s time to decide […]
Because of the high costs involved in hiring employees, you need to make sure you’re bringing aboard the best possible workers. One way to do this is by offering a temp-to-hire position rather than a full-time role. With a temp-to-hire position, you’re able to see how a worker performs for a set time, typically 3 to 6 months, before deciding […]
When it comes to hiring accounting employees, there’s no room for error. The cost of a bad hire can be hours of time and thousands of dollars. In order to maximize your resources, you need a solid foundation on which to base your hiring practices. This increases your odds of making the best possible hire for a greater […]
As a leader in your company, part of your job is preparing presentations for a variety of audiences.
When applying for jobs, most employers request a list of professional references. These people may play a role in whether you’re offered a job with the company you want. For this reason, be sure your list of refences is tailored to each position. Include people you recently worked closely with and can explain your qualities to the hiring manager. […]
As a hiring manager, you don’t have more than 15 seconds to scan a resume. As a result, you need to know what to look for to gain an idea of how qualified a candidate is for a position. Since you want to know more about a candidate than just their knowledge, skills, and experience, you must be […]
Giving a performance review to an employee not meeting expectations can be difficult. They may not be open to hearing what you have to say or desire to put in additional effort to change their behavior. However, you need to be honest about your team member’s performance and provide concrete ways to improve. If you don’t directly address the issues, your company will continue to be […]
After acing an interview, waiting to hear back from the hiring manager can be challenging. Although you want to be extended a job offer, you don’t want to bother the manager with multiple phone calls to see whether they made a hiring decision. Doing so typically will take you out of the running. Instead, learn when appropriate times are […]
It’s frustrating when you participate in rounds of interviews over weeks or months and aren’t offered a job. Even if you weren’t completely sold on the position, you invested a significant amount of time preparing for and participating in discussions about why you’re most qualified for the role. Although it’s acceptable to spend a limited […]
As a small business owner, you may be unsure of when an appropriate time is to bring new staff members aboard. You need to assess your workload, budget, current employees’ skills, and company goals to determine whether it makes sense to hire additional team members. The value another employee can add must justify the cost […]
If you’re enjoying your contract position and nearing the end date, you may want to consider requesting a full-time role. If you’re able to transition to a permanent position, you can remain with the teammates you like, work that keeps you engaged, and a company you feel loyal to. To begin the process of moving […]
Significantly reducing the amount of paper used in your accounting process provides a variety of advantages. Not only do you save on the amount of space needed to store documents, but your team also gains access to information at any time from any location. Plus, having your information digitized increases efficiency and security while reducing […]
There’s a significant number of informative podcasts for accountants out there. Whether you’re looking for entertainment, education, or both, you’re able to listen to what you want, when you want. Choose among podcasts hosted by working CPAs passing on their experience, financial journalists covering money and business news of the day, entrepreneurs who want to […]
As a manager, helping employees set and reach goals is a key responsibility. Creating measurable, attainable goals guides improvement in employee performance, strengthens the company, and enhances its reputation as an employer of choice. Focusing on the organization’s short- and long-term success deepens employee engagement and career success. Here are some ways to help your […]
One key to securing your next finance, accounting, or admin role is interview preparation. Taking time to consider how your skills, knowledge, experience, and qualifications align with what an employer is looking for lets you demonstrate why you’re the best candidate. Finding out all you can about the company, position, and culture lets you determine […]
A staffing firm often is the best resource to use for your hiring process. The firm spends time and money sourcing, screening, interviewing, and testing candidates to determine their skills, experience, and qualifications. When you contact the staffing firm to discuss your job description, company culture, ideal candidate, and other requirements, the firm is able […]
In today’s fast-paced business world, encouraging employees to maintain work-life balance is necessary.
The increasing diversity of the U.S. population and the expansion of the global economy mean the demand for employees who speak a second language is stronger than ever.
Continuing education refers to post-secondary learning or programs that adults engage in after formal education.
With the rise of remote workers, your company may be interested in capitalizing on the advantages of having a remote workforce.
Accounting & Finance Certifications That Go Beyond the CPA You may be on the hunt for your Accounting or Finance dream job. How you separate yourself from the pack can help determine whether or not you get an invite to interview. Some Accountants opt to add additional credentials and certifications to their CVs, as a […]
Why Work with a Staffing Agency for Short-Term Hires? Many businesses need short term employees for one reason or another. You might have seasonal work to do, a rush season where work gets heavier, or you might need temporary financial professionals each year before tax season. Some businesses are project-based and sometimes need temporary roles […]
Filling Management and Entry-Level Positions with San Diego Headhunters A lot of people are resistant to working with headhunters because they feel that the headhunter won’t understand exactly what they are looking for in a candidate. They think that the headhunter may not understand their company culture or the specific qualifications that they are looking […]
5 Things Your Staffing Service Needs to Know Every business in the current employment landscape is looking for that next awesome hire. Whether you’re hiring for temporary placements or searching for the perfect new long-term member of your team, you’ll probably find yourself working with a staffing service. Staffing professionals specialize in connecting professionals to positions […]
When you’re recruiting someone for a certain position, the idea is to try and make that position look as attractive to them as possible. Different companies do this in different ways. Some might offer the candidate more money and better benefits. Others might have a great company culture. Still, others might offer the candidate flexible […]
We have a tough labor market today. Qualified candidates are often already employed, and companies have to scramble to fill vacant positions. The pool of workers that are left might not fit your needs, which leaves you trying to fill the same position over and over again. This is true of temporary placements as well: […]
Operating a successful business represents a complicated, time consuming, and often daunting task. With so many undertakings to take care of, sometimes, the most critical asset of any company falls short of the attention it deserves. Maintaining a reliable, talented, and satisfied employee base represents the foundation of any business. So, most large companies employ […]
10 Traits of the Most Brilliant Executive Assistants An Executive Assistant role is critical to the managing executive and the organization, and those who fill these roles need to be more than an assistant. As a hiring executive, you should consider looking for the best partners who can complement your needs and office objectives. Here […]
Is your career in need of a transition? Like it or not, most of us need to work to pay the bills and eat. Since most of us spend several hours of the day at our place of employment or in our home workspace, it only makes sense to do something we enjoy, or at […]
[Continued from Part 1] 6) Customer Service Representative In the modern business world, customer service is highly prioritized. Every brand in every industry needs people to answer phones or engage in live chat with customers to help solve problems. If you enjoy talking to people, problem-solving, and using communication technology then your part-time hours are […]
Retiring is a fantastic experience. No job, no schedule, and funds to do anything you want within reason. Retirement is what most children think being an adult is really like: You can stay home and eat ice cream whenever you want. You can focus on your hobbies, spend time playing with your grandchildren, and go […]
Many businesses hire temporary employees to help them get through challenging times of the year and at the beginning, you’re ready for all of your new team members to come and then leave on schedule. But sometimes you find someone who is so perfect for your team that you’d like to keep them on even […]
Travel is something that an employee can handle in one of two ways. They may see travel as a terrible chore full of jetlag and hassle, or they get excited and look forward to every plane trip. Any business with travel-heavy roles has likely learned this difference the hard way, and that it can be challenging to […]
When most people think of temporary employees, they imagine either secretaries and call-center staff. As a culture, we have a conception of what “Temping” is but this idea of temporary employees couldn’t be further from the truth. Many skilled professionals choose to take temporary positions for their own reasons. Some are college students who take temporary […]
It takes a certain kind of person to work in a finance job. Not only does that person need to have a good head for numbers, but they also need to be able to come across as reliable and dependable so that people will be willing to give them their money to invest. It may […]
The manufacturing industry is one of the most high-tech and undervalued industries in the current job market. Today, young people often don’t understand the potential for fulfillment, upward mobility, and income that they can achieve through manufacturing. In fact, many parents actively discourage the idea of their children growing up to work in manufacturing because […]
There are big and small staffing agencies. Whereas the bigger ones might deal with all types of placements without specializing, the smaller ones tend to be more specialized. Larger agencies also tend to be impersonal. Yes, you’ll be dealing with one person who has your account. But that person will have so many accounts that […]
Every year, we make resolutions to do things better this time around. And by learning from experience, we do. This is the essence of a new year’s resolution, and you don’t need a special day to make new year’s goals. As an HR professional or hiring manager, you likely have a few ideas about how […]
Good employees are the backbone of any successful organization. However, finding, vetting, and hiring qualified employees is not always easy. It can also be very time-consuming. As a result, many businesses rely on outside organizations for the recruitment of employees. Businesses can choose to work with individual recruiters or staffing agencies, both on a contingent […]
When your small business is small enough for you to run alone, you can handle and oversee every aspect of it. But once business starts to grow, it’s time to start delegating tasks to other people. This can be incredibly stressful, especially if you haven’t hired people before. So, simplify the process and work with […]
LinkedIn is the go-to site for professional networking. General social media sites are also finding their way into more professional settings, especially once you’ve established more than a cursory business relationship. But going through the right motions to invite more connections, accept invitations, and send the auto-populated congratulatory messages isn’t enough. Whatever you’re doing to […]
When it comes to job hunting, the devil is in the details. You need to have perfect accuracy on your spelling and your grammar. Your interview skills have to be up to, and better than, par. Whether you’re brushing off your resume at the start of the new year or in the middle of the summer, […]
In today’s war for top talent hiring, every business has its own strategy for how to attract, hire, and hold onto the coveted employment of skilled professionals. From technicians to upper-level management, almost any position that requires significant skill and experience has become increasingly difficult to fill. Companies have tried appealing to an employee’s desire for […]
Headhunters were once thought of as something only for executives. These days, recruiters also help fill administrative, financial, and accounting positions as well. This means you are more likely than ever to encounter a headhunter during your job search, but how do you know when you have found the right one? Here are some things […]
