What should I do if a company ghosts me during the hiring process?
It’s not even a spooky season, but you might find yourself encountering more and more ghosts on a regular basis. Are you familiar with the term ghosting? This refers to when someone just leaves a situation with absolutely no explanation. At least, that’s what the kids are calling it these days! You may have experienced […]
Business Need a Boost? A Complementary Partnership Could be Your Secret Sauce
If you’ve ever visited a fast food restaurant and purchased a kids meal with a movie-themed toy or bought a box of cereal to get the special gift inside, you understand the power of complementary partnerships. While many people think of these types of partnerships as strategies for large businesses, as a small business owner, […]
How a Great Elevator Pitch Can Win You New Clients
Imagine entering an elevator and finding that the only other person in the lift is your dream client or the hiring manager for your dream job. It’s just the two of you, and you are both riding to the 20th floor. You have about 30 seconds to introduce yourself and explain all the reasons why […]
Embrace change: Top 3 Talent Acquisition Trends for 2022
The lasting implications of the pandemic and ongoing digital transformations within our working cultures mean that HR managers are dealing with more challenges than ever. Government payouts and forced remote policies are complicating hiring processes, while reimagined trends and new standards for consumer interactions are shaping what employees have come to expect. This leaves us […]
How to Win During the Great Resignation so Your Business Can Grow
If you are a small business owner, you may be feeling dizzy from all the economic news of the last year. Inflation is rising. Labor is in short supply, Americans are quitting jobs in record numbers and workers are asking for more from their jobs–more money, more flexibility, and more meaning. We expect these trends […]
Ready to Change Your Work Life? Check out These Top Secret Job Trends
If you’ve turned on the television, listened to the radio, or opened a newspaper lately, you’ve likely heard about the labor shortage in the United States. Even if you’ve managed to escape the news in the media, you’ve probably seen help wanted signs hanging from virtually every shop, restaurant, and service provider in town. What’s […]
How to Hire a Superstar in a Sizzling Job Market
Hiring is tough for everyone right now–big and small businesses alike are struggling to find the right people. But, as a small business owner, there’s a tremendous pool of workers that you can tap into–moms who are ready to leave the rat race and find work-from-home positions that provide flexibility and meaning. The pandemic forced […]
Employer Success Story: Jessica Blasingame
What is your top advice for small business owners looking to hire remote talent? Be patient. Sometimes it takes time for the right candidate to apply to your position. What is your top tip for working with a virtual team? Set up clear policies and procedures from the start. This includes knowing exactly when everyone […]
Top Tips to Make Your Job Stand Out in a Crowded Market
As the job market heats up, you may be looking for new team members but finding it difficult to attract applicants. In this market, it’s essential that your job posting stands out for all the right reasons. Job seekers have more choices now than they have over the last few years, and with school and […]
What is the Best Human Resources Solution for Your Small Business
Having a thriving business can be extremely rewarding especially when a company’s growth results in expanding to onboard extra help. If a company owner has a managerial background, they will have some knowledge and/or experience when it comes to onboarding, training, and evaluating employees and their work. For the entrepreneur who is used to working […]
