Can You Prepare for Pre-Employment Screening?

Many employers conduct pre-employment screening to determine if the candidates they’re considering are truly qualified for the job. These types of skills tests are a benefit for both employees and employers. It keeps employees from feeling they’re in over their head when they’re placed in a situation they’re unfamiliar with. And it ensures the employer… Read more »

Hot Jobs In Texas This Spring

Spring is finally here. The chill has left the air, the days are starting to get longer, and the first flowers are blooming. This is the perfect time of year to recharge your batteries and get back to the job search. Are you looking for a job in Texas this spring? Here are some hot… Read more »

5 Questions To NOT Ask Hiring Managers In An Interview

All job search experts advise to be prepared with questions for an interview. While this is a great way to determine if the job is right for you, it can also backfire if you ask the wrong questions. When you’re preparing for your interview, here are some things you should specifically avoid when it comes… Read more »

Tips for Driving Employee Engagement | Texas Business

What exactly is “Employee Engagement” and what does it mean for your business? Engaging employees is about keeping them interested not only in their job but also the company. This will keep them productive and happy. For example; have you noticed employees spending more time than they should on Facebook? This is because they feel… Read more »

The Follow Up That Landed You The Job

You made it through the initial phone screen. You printed out copies of your resume, filed them in your portfolio, and dressed up in your most professional suit. You found your way to the office in spite of questionable directions and you aced the interview. So what happens next? Following up with the hiring manager… Read more »

Employee Motivation is Important. Period.

Every business owner wants their business to succeed. In order for that to happen production needs to be maintained at the highest possible level. Employees need to stay engaged in the work they do. There is no magic formula to make this happen nor is there such thing as the perfect employee who never has… Read more »

Ask These Three Questoins Before Accepting a Job

You’ve been looking for a job for a long time and you finally get that phone call. They want to hire you. What do you need to do to ensure that you have the best possible situation if you take this job? While some of these may have been mentioned in passing during the interview… Read more »

Win the Talent War – 5 Tips for Employee Retention

There is a talent war going on in today’s marketplace. As the economy shows some signs of improvement, organizations are seeing the value in keeping their top employees – and recruiting the top employees of their competitors (that means you!). Keep your best talent from poachers by following these five employee retention tips: Hire the… Read more »

From Personnel Management to Business Strategy: The Evolution of Human Resources

From Personnel Management to Business Strategy: The Evolution of Human Resources Going back to the days of the American Industrial Revolution, HR professionals have played an essential role in the success of businesses across the country. Over the past 100 years; however, the role has seen some changes. The role of human resources continues to… Read more »