Posts Tagged ‘Hiring’
Listen up: Hiring Tidbits from Professionals
Transcript: So, let’s look at some of the statistics around finding, hiring, and keeping employees. The Bureau of Labor and Statistics tells us that across the nation we have a 4% unemployment rate. Here in Oakland County we are at a 3.2% unemployment rate, which basically tells you that we are gainfully employed. People…
Read MoreCompetitive Hiring Tips
Following trends in fashion can be dangerous, but it’s very important in recruiting. The trends we are talking about are benefits, dress code, technology, and market drivers. Here are some trends you need to know before you look into hiring, especially Gen Y and Gen Z candidates Benefits Typical dental packages just don’t cut it…
Read MoreWhat Makes Hiring Hard?
On the outside hiring can look simple. You post a job online, you wait for people to apply, you set up and interview, and you hire the best candidate. We are here to tell you about what makes hiring a little less cut and dry. Job Posting This is one of the most critical steps…
Read MoreThe Internet Saves Recruiting
Now that we have your attention, let’s talk about the dangers of depending on the internet and technology to do your hiring for you and how to find that healthy mix. Algorithms You can set up your wants, needs, and requirements for your perfect candidate, but technology cannot determine personality. You can get a sense…
Read MoreHow to Make Employee Transitions Less Scary
If you’re hiring, you’re probably doing it for one of two reasons: Because you’re expanding or because you have to rehire. Unfortunately, some employees move on, but how can you make that transition smooth? It can cost up to twice that employee’s salary to find someone. Time (and money) is of the essence. To save…
Read MoreHow do you Actually Hire Someone?
Finding candidates is more than just posting a job online and waiting for someone to come to you. If you want the right person, sometimes you have to put in some extra leg work. If can’t be stressed enough that it’s a job seeker’s market today. There are more job openings than there are people…
Read MoreWhy You Shouldn’t do the Hiring
Here’s a question: If you own a business, what is your job? Your job is to design your company, set company standards, take care of your employees, be a good leader, and make sure the different facets of your company is running smoothly. That’s a lot of responsibility for one person. That’s why you need…
Read MoreHow to Improve Employee Engagement
Keeping employees engaged today is one of the hardest tasks you as an employer will face. Employees are feeling less connected to organizations than ever before. In 2018, only 15% of employees across the globe said they were engaged at work. It’s important to understand the severity of that 15%. Low engagement rates lead to:…
Read MoreWhat do YOU want?
In every conference, business lecture, and corporate event there’s talk about needs vs wants. It’s a simple concept in life. You NEED food, water, and shelter and you WANT an expensive wardrobe and a house with more rooms than people. When you are hiring, it can be tricky. Here are some tips about finding the…
Read More5 Things you should do BEFORE going to a Recruiter
For every question a recruiter answers, we ask two more. It’s our job to get things right on the front end before we start our search. Uncovering needs and deal-breakers can take a lot of time during the hiring process, so here are some tips on how to prepare yourself and your team before you…
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