Workplace bullying and violence are no laughing matter. Bullies can be just as damaging to adults as they can to children, and violence is a major cause of death and serious injury in the workplace. You need to make certain your company is doing everything possible to discourage bad behaviors and foster a supportive, inclusive…
In today’s competitive job market, employees have tremendous opportunities for career growth. But, if you’re currently working at a company and you want to advance – or at least make sure your job is as secure as possible – it’s important to make sure you’re doing your very best work. While it can be challenging…
Temporary employees are, by nature, not likely to stick around your company over the long term. Because these employees may see themselves as transient, rather than as members of the team, not all temp employees are loyal and committed to ensuring the company’s success. Of course, your business benefits if temp employees do have some…
You want to be good at your job and impress your managers – but sometimes it can be hard to tell what your weaknesses are and how to improve. Constructive criticism can be invaluable in helping you to become a better employee, but you may need more of this feedback than you’re currently getting. If…
If you are looking for work, you should strongly consider taking a temporary assignment for your next job. While many people aren’t sure if temp work is right for them, there are some significant benefits to working as a temp, at least for a period of time. Some of the big benefits of taking on…
When you have an interview, you not only must answer questions, you also have the opportunity to ask them. It’s important when you’re given the chance to ask interview questions, you have queries ready to impress the hiring manger. While it can be hard to know exactly what to ask, some good questions you may…
Today, more companies than ever conduct phone interviews to screen candidates before advancing to in-person interviews. If you are asked to do a phone interview, you’ll need to impress the hiring manager during the call in order to have a chance at landing the job. This can be easier said than done, but following a…
If your company has hired temp employees, it’s imperative you communicate with these workers properly from day one. While they may not be sticking around the business long term, they can provide your company with invaluable services during the time they’re employed – provided you give them the tools to succeed. Communicating regularly and openly…
If you want to succeed at your job, there are several skills you must have. However, one of the most important traits in any career is a strong sense of professionalism. Behaving in a professional way can help you impress your boss and avoid drama at work. Being a drama-free employee is important because: You’ll…
Hiring candidates is one of the most important things companies do, because the success of your business depends upon you having the right people on your team. When you go through the process of finding skilled workers, there’s nothing more frustrating than having qualified candidates turn down your offers or not complete the application process….