‘Goodness of Fit’ is a child development term that refers to children matching their parents’ temperament. Children who are active are better suited to active parents, and more laid-back children get along better with laid-back parents. This principle carries forward into the work world: formal employees feel more comfortable in formal companies, and laid-back employees […]
7 Qualities to Look for When You Hire Someone for an Accounting Position
What are the qualifications you should look for when you’re trying to fill an accounting position? Obviously, this is a very responsible position because the person filling it will be in charge of monetary transactions all day long. They’ll need to keep track of where money has to be collected from, and they’ll need to collect […]
7 Tips to Acquire the Best Talent
As a business owner, you understand the value of your talent. They are your company’s best asset. Now the unemployment rate is lower than it’s been in years. This is great for the economy. But it means you need to reassess your talent acquisition strategy. Otherwise, you risk losing the interest of excellent prospects. 1. Get […]
How to Recruit Retail Staff Who Work Like Professionals
Employment in retail is very demanding but has not achieved the kind of prestige it deserves. Hiring from the pool of applicants for retail jobs is usually pretty unselective. Check out our philosophy. What kinds of people would be best qualified for working in retail? How should you recruit them? Retail is a very high turnover sector […]
4 Benefits of Using a Staffing Agency to Find Talent
Watching your business grow is so rewarding. Yet, with that growth comes the need to add more staff to your company. The process itself is enough to make the most seasoned entrepreneur stressed out. How do you find talent? How long will it take to sift through the endless number of applications? How will you […]
Staffing 101–Is Your Accounting Department Understaffed?
As a business owner, your time and energy are often pulled in different directions. You hired competent people, and you are doing your part by growing the business. However, with business growth, oftentimes the need arises for you to expand your workforce. Some departments, like the accounting department, can go overlooked. If you suspect your […]