When you run a business, there’s always going to be some amount of turnover. People take up jobs and leave them sooner or later. It’s rare to find someone who sticks to the same job or the same company from the beginning of their career to the end. But as a business owner, you want […]
It can feel like a slog when you are hunting for a job and you want a career in finance, accounting or administration. Getting a staffing agency to help you find a job is very tempting. But there are plenty of staffing agencies out there- what should you look for in an agency? Specialization The […]
In the modern hiring culture, it’s important to understand that every interview is a two-way road. While you are trying to determine if a candidate is the right fit for your company, the candidate is trying to determine if your company is the right fit for them. This is why all good interviews include moments […]
Welcome back to the second half of our two-part article on assessing technical skills before making a hiring decision. When it comes to IT and technical positions, you need someone who can step smoothly into the role of administrator, engineer, or developer. They need to be not just familiar with the technology, but capable and comfortable […]
Assessing candidates for a technical position includes two broad categories of qualification. On the human side, candidates must have the right personality, and availability to fit well into a client’s company culture. On the technical side, candidates need to also have the tech skills necessary to fulfill the needs of the position. The problem is that […]
[The Continuance … ] Flexible Hour Policies The next major change is the deviation from the strict 9-5 shift work mentality of modern offices and workplaces. Not only are employees bargaining harder for family-friendly hours and better parental leave, but they are also seeking remote positions or the option to work remotely a few days […]