Have you ever found yourself if a situation in which you were desperate for employment? Perhaps, like many others, you endured unemployment for a few months or more. If so, there’s no doubt that you were grateful for the next job that was offered to you. As an employer, you have the privilege of offering jobs to the unemployed. For …
How to Lead a Successful Interview — No Experience Required
Are you in a management position? If so, there’s a good chance that you are responsible for interviewing prospective employees. Some managers/employers enjoy this aspect of their job, whereas others hate it. How do you feel about leading interviews? Those who dislike conducting job interviews typically feel under-skilled in this area. This is no fault of theirs. After …
Setting New Hires Up for Success Is Easier Than You Think
Are you setting your new hires up for success? Most employers aren’t. A recent study showed that only about 20 percent of new hires end up being successful (i.e., stay with and thrive in the jobs they were hired for). This statistic is overwhelming; however, you can groom your employees for long-term success. New Hires Need a Detailed Plan Would …
Do You Have the Skills You Need to Land an Accounting Job?
How long have you been in the field of accounting? If you are fairly green, you may be unsure of what employers are looking for. Congratulations on doing your research about what it is employers want before searching for an accounting job. Once you know what traits employers seek in an accountant, you can confidently move forward in searching for …
Why Employers Should Care About Emotional Intelligence
Have you as an employer ever had a boss you loved? Were you once under the supervision of an organizational leader who made you feel important and had a disposition that set you and all your peers at ease? If so, you no doubt had a great work experience because your employer had a high level of emotional intelligence. What …
How to Get Asked Back for a Second (or Third) Job Interview
Have you ever left a job interview thinking the position you were being considered for would certainly be offered to you only to hear back that another candidate was hired? If so, you intimately understand the frustration and confusion that accompanies not being asked back for a second or third job interview. If employers aren’t inviting you to multiple interviews, …