By Eric Frazer, Psy.D., Psychological Consultant for the Daily Advisor online Identifying the so-called soft psychological skills of high performers can be challenging, especially when considering that many personality tests are outdated and don’t capture the emotional intelligence attributes of current and new (Millennial/Gen Z) workers in 2019. Those outdated tests told you that […]
TIP TUESDAY: New Research Shows Companies Willing to Hire Employees Without College Degrees
{excerpted from HR Daily Advisor online} A new online survey by Robert Half Finance and Accounting shows that the majority of organizations are happy to hire employees without college degrees and then develop them. Respondents revealed that a college diploma may not always be required for new hires in accounting and finance, especially when it […]
TIP TUESDAY: 5 Myths About Great Workplaces
Many have felt that surge of envy when friends and peers describe their seemingly cushy work situations whether it’s unlimited time off, luxurious office amenities or free gourmet snacks. All that glitters is not gold, though and those perks don’t necessarily translate into a fulfilling work environment. Are you falling for the following myths about […]
TIP TUESDAY: Recruiting Practices That Scare Away Candidates
By Bridget Miller, HR Daily Advisor online Recruiting during a time of talent shortfalls can be daunting. During these times, it’s imperative to not be doing things that will scare off those who are interested; there are fewer applicants for any given job opening right now, so losing even a few can mean the difference […]
TIP TUESDAY: 4 Tips for Dealing with Digital Disruption in 2019
{from Recruiting Daily Advisor} While artificial intelligence (AI) and automation have made recruiters lives easier, it still doesn’t make up for the fact that getting a job these days is still tough for many jobseekers. While we have yet to see what 2019 has in store for jobseekers and recruiters alike, one thing remains clear: […]
TIP TUESDAY: Are You a Great Leader?
Think for a moment about the most effective boss that you’ve ever worked with in your life. As you look back, ponder for a moment what made that individual stand out. What characteristics made him or her special? Was it charisma? Drive? Enthusiasm? The ability to motivate? Whatever the case, the type of leader that […]
TIP TUESDAY: 3 Ways to Motivate Millennials at Work
by Brian Pittman for Ragan Communications Millennials make up the largest segment of the workforce, yet many companies haven’t adjusted their employee communications accordingly. Here are three easy steps to help you engage these hyper-connected employees without alienating others in today’s multigenerational workplace: 1. Engage each generation on its own terms. For example, Traditionalists born […]
TIP TUESDAY: An “A” for Effort?
{excerpted from the article at Business Insider.com} In most workplaces today, you don’t earn an “A” for effort. If you failed to make a sale even though you sat at your desk for hours every day calling clients, it’s hard to believe you’ll get a pat on the back or a promotion. Results matter. […]
TIP TUESDAY: Hiring During the Holidays
by Dana Hagenbuch, CommonGood Careers While there are certain challenges to connecting with candidates at this time of year, there are still plenty of things hiring managers can do to keep your searches moving along. Here are a few easy-to-implement suggestions: (1) Plan ahead. As many candidates will not be able to meet in person […]
TIP TUESDAY: Why Millennials Quit (and How to Keep Them Around)
{excerpted from Rework} Almost half of millennials (44 percent) believe that working for a single company is a better way to advance their career than jumping from firm to firm. Talk about debunking the stereotype of millennials as entitled job-hoppers! So, then, why did six millennials quit marketing and public relations firm Double Forte just […]