Many of us never thought we would be navigating such a different employment market so quickly. While online job searches have been a part of the process for a while, now many other aspects of finding a job have transitioned to virtual space. Most notably, the interview. Some employers may be opting for a phone… Read more »
The workplace is a complicated matter these days. What was once cut and dry in terms of the rules of conduct are becoming muddier. If you’ve had to lay off employees while your company recovers from the impacts of COVID-19, what is an appropriate way to contact employees on leave? Whether you need to communicate… Read more »
The marketplace shifted dramatically in early 2020. As the novel coronavirus began to take hold in the US, many people found themselves out of a job. The nation is currently at about a 14% unemployment rate, but still much lower than 1933 during the great depression when it reached 25%. But passing on a job… Read more »
Even before the COVID-19 pandemic began to make its way across the U.S., many people were looking into the possibility of remote work. Now, jobs that weren’t remote before are being handled from home, so the ability to find work from home jobs as increased. You may have always hoped for a remote work environment… Read more »
Working during the COVID-19 crisis has been a learning curve for almost everyone. With more employees working from home, companies need to consider new situations every day. Not only are people working remotely, but many are also at home with their spouses and children. When school was in session, albeit remotely, it was one challenge.… Read more »
Businesses all across the country are slowly starting to open up again, but what happens if you still find yourself out of work? There are some things you can do to spend this time wisely and make sure you’re in the best position to be hired again. Here are some practical things you can do… Read more »
As our country begins to emerge from the policies put in place due to COVID-19, many businesses are finding themselves struggling with staffing shortages. The truth is, this can happen at any time for any reason. Staffing shortages can be caused by vacation time, maternity or paternity leave, or sudden and unfortunate absences. How can… Read more »
Podcasts have been around for a long time and have evolved. What started as simple online blogs through the Apple platform has now become a phenomenon that rivals traditional radio media. There are a ton of podcasts great for managers to brush up their skills, learn new things, and stay engaged even as we adjust… Read more »
Are you working with social recruiting in your business? This is the use of social media platforms to source potential candidates. But social media has its own ecosystem and rules of engagement, so you need to know how to navigate it for this purpose. That’s why we recommend the 4 W’s of social recruiting. They… Read more »
Business continuity planning involves defining any and all risks that can affect a company’s operations, making it an important part of the organization’s risk management strategy. These risks may include natural disasters—fire, flood, or weather-related events, pandemics and cyber-attacks. While many companies have a business… Read more »
