Salary negotiation can be challenging, if not also intimidating, but in reality, it is a process, which can be learned. By following these basic steps, you can handle it with poise and confidence. Research • What is the standard rate… Read more »
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4 Essential Keys for Rising to the Top in HR
Knowledge: Participate in social media discussions, forums, roundtable, etc. Subscribe to professional journals. Attend conferences. Never stop learning. Understand the foundational pillars of human resources. • Best practices • Trends • Typical challenges • Metrics Develop Business Acumen – the… Read more »
Staying Mentally Engaged – Part II
In last week’s post, we posted a discussion on mental engagement. We shared tips to better health – which increases energy and equips you to engage professionally – as well as tips for making a plan and staying the course.… Read more »
Staying Mentally Engaged – Part I
Staying mentally engaged is a common core principle of productivity, time optimization, career growth, and job fulfillment. In our busy, and often chaotic, world, however, staying mentally engaged professionally can be a challenge. These tips will help you along the… Read more »
Keys to Project Management Success
Initial planning: • Understand company’s objectives, customers, products, services What is your company’s mission statement? How does the product and or service you will be offering align with the mission statement? Who will be your target “customers”? If you have… Read more »
Values of Successful People
There are many articles on the traits and/or skills of successful people, but what they value plays an equally – if not more important role. They place value on themselves: Successful people understand how and why to care of themselves.… Read more »
Make your Weekend Count: 6 Healthy Habits
#TGIF may be the popular end-of-the-week anthem scrolling across Twitter feeds, but in reality, studies show that working Americans aren’t the greatest at taking a break. As a generally workaholic nation, we see rest as synonymous with laziness, and wince… Read more »
Recruiting: Best Practices Unite the best Companies with the Best Candidates
As your staffing agency, matching up the best candidates with the best jobs is our prime objective. For that reason, it’s prudent to consistently evaluate our recruiting practices and our partnerships with our clients. We value your business and strive… Read more »
Social Media Etiquette
Social media is today’s communication. Whether Facebook, LinkedIn, Google accounts, Twitter, Pinterest, or any other online connections, social media creates 24/7 relationships – something we both love and hate. Using social media tools is essential to business and, to many… Read more »
Performance Reviews Part II: the Employee Perspective
Performance reviews are often viewed as a necessary evil; considered at worst, a battle and at best, a total waste of time. With a change of attitude, however, and adequate preparation, a performance review can be a tool for professional… Read more »