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In two previous posts, we discussed why it’s important to use meeting minutes to document what occurs in your meetings, and we discussed the minimum elements that should be incorporated in meeting minutes to achieve the key objectives of the meeting.
A whole new class of college students has just graduated in one of the most chaotic and uncertain times in recent memory. As unemployment rockets to depression-era heights, this class will have serious challenges when it comes to being employed. It’s important for employers not to dismiss this valuable source of talent.
By William Taylor People want and need to know how they’re doing in their jobs. Feedback is important to employees, and it’s also an important management tool for improving performance. The thing is that feedback is not always done well, and it is also not always received well. Why? What can companies do to make […]
Are you tired of the same old interview questions? Let’s shake things up and retire three common questions that no longer provide the insights we need. But fear not, I’ve got some fresh alternatives for you that will make your interviews more engaging and insightful. 1. Tell Me About Yourself “Tell me about yourself” is […]
What does it really mean to have an “agile workforce,” especially if you’re a learning and development (L&D) professional? Continue reading to learn more.
Attracting and retaining talent is a crucial element in the success of any business. Human capital can make the difference between a struggling company, an ordinary company, and a truly stellar organization. When competing for talent with other employers, it’s easy for businesses to fall into the trap of thinking the only way to hire […]
If a picture is worth a thousand words, this worker’s selfie was worth thousands in lost revenue as it got him fired!
In today’s Advisor, we hear from a customer service expert on how training helps customer service representatives turn negative experiences into positive ones.
A significant number of employers will devote greater attention to diversity and inclusion in the coming year, as well as more financial resources. So finds new data from job site Glassdoor.
Bottos, who is Vice President of Compensation at data provider Kenexa, offered her suggestions at a recent webinar sponsored by the company. Here are her 10 steps: 1. Analyze your organization’s jobs to determine: Main function of the job and key responsibilities Knowledge/skills/abilities required Organization level and reporting relationships 2. Develop a brief job summary: […]