I watched another webinar today that addressed social media and how it can be leveraged for HR and recruitment professionals. It was great to see company branding and marketing as part of the recruitment process as it is increasingly becoming an essential part of a companys talent acquisition strategy.
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January 26th, 2011
When Terminating for Cause, Measure Twice and Cut Once
It is a rare employer who is not aware of its employees entitlement to reasonable working notice of termination (or pay in lieu thereof). At the same time, it also seems to be a rare employer which has a full grasp of the other costs which can arise upon termination.
That is perhaps because most employees who are terminated (on a without cause basis) are owed little more than some pay in lieu of notice at the time of termination. A smaller category of employees has a range of other entitlements and these can be quite valuable.
January 26th, 2011
Networking Etiquette How to Mingle Like a Pro
Now that the holiday season is over, its back to work! If the thought of meeting new people at a business event sends a chill up your spine, youre not alone. For many of us networking is something we dread. Unfortunately, these days, its not what you know. Its who you know or who knows you, that really counts for business success. And even though tradeshows and business mixers can be intimidating for anyone, they are also the perfect opportunity to network and build business relationships. To feel more at ease at your next event, prepare ahead of time, with full stomach, the right attitude and the right business tools.
Read MoreJanuary 19th, 2011
The Quest for Employee Engagement
The quest for employee engagement has been front and centre in the business world for several years; however, there still seems to be a lack of understanding or will on the part of leadership to take the advice being given by those who have researched the topic.
Read MoreJanuary 12th, 2011
Reference Checking
I was listening to a discussion the other day about reference checks and heard someone ask the question, What can an employer say?
I have been in human resources for many years and held management and supervisory positions prior to that so Ive been asked to supply references for years. There is no doubt that reference checks are not given as freely as they once were because of lawsuits that have challenged previous employers because of things said or not said about an employee. The thing is: reference checks help employers make good hires.
January 12th, 2011
New Year, New Career — In a minute or less?
It is that time of year, the time when people vow to lose weight, eat healthy, quit a bad habit, or improve their career. For some, this might mean finding a new job, whereas for others, they may be looking for a salary increase, greater responsibility or promotion to that coveted corner office. The problem with resolutions, however, is that they are often created and not followed through upon. The secret is making easy to accomplish, measurable goals and sticking to them throughout January and hopefully the rest of the year.
Read MoreJanuary 5th, 2011
Don’t forget the big picture
Past employment experience is usually the most significant section of a resume, and therefore it’s important not to leave the reader guessing. Most job-seekers like to “zoom in” by describing duties and responsibilities, highlighting achievements, and listing awards and formal recognition. There is nothing wrong with that (achievements are particularly essential on a resume). However, it’s equally important to “zoom out” and look at the big picture of each position.
Read MoreDecember 21st, 2010
5 Tiny Turn-offs that Sabotage Your Professional Image
Happy about it or not, you will always be judged by others within the first few seconds of meeting them. And because you are presenting a whole package, everything has an impact and anything distracting or out of place can sabotage your professional image. So it isnt only what you wear that matters; alone or together, those little details make a big statement as well.
Read MoreDecember 21st, 2010
To Sue or Not to Sue?
Seven in ten HR managers believed that employees are more likely to bring legal action against former employers than they were five years ago, and four out of five think the situation will worsen in the next five years. Most HR managers felt that the courts were more disposed to support the employee, a perception that prompts many companies to settle disputes out of court.
Read MoreDecember 15th, 2010
You are what Google says you are
On average, people do 22 Google searches per day, each lasting about 11 seconds. Google has replaced encyclopaedias, directories and even Mom in many cases (dont tell her I said that) as the go-to resource for seeking answers. So it should come as no surprise that when people want to find out more about what kind of company yours is to work for, they ask Google.
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