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6 in 10 Employees Say Job Expectations Different From Reality (Glassdoor Survey)
When you interview a candidate, are you giving them an accurate description of what the job expectations are for the position? If you think you are already doing this, you might be surprised to learn the results from a survey commissioned by Glassdoor. Glassdoor, a jobs and career community, is sharing its latest survey, conducted online by Harris Interactive, revealing that 6 in 10 (61%) employees say they’ve found aspects of a new job different than expectations set during the interview. Of employees who say they’ve found aspects of a new job different than expected, top areas where they feel expectations differ most include: · Employee morale (40%) · Job...
Read More3 Questions to Ask Before You Quit Your Job
It’s normal to let your mind wander and entertain thoughts of a different career, a high-level position or change in your everyday work life. It’s even more so if you have had a couple rough days (or months) at the office or always dreamed of being a teacher, but now you’re an accountant. But before you make the decision thoroughly to leave your job behind, let’s determine if quitting is the right route for you: How Will You Explain This to Your Future Bosses? In the past, a resume with only one job on it showed loyalty. Now, employers look for adaptability and growth. A work history of several jobs with different companies shows you are just that...
Read MoreGuest post: Hold Off on Hiring – Waiting for the Right Employees
Staffing. It’s so important to the success and character of your business and yet it doesn’t always get due attention. An over-staffed office will drain your resources and reduce your return on investment. An under-staffed office is often behind deadlines, doing shoddy work to meet deadlines, or just a minefield of stressed and irritable employees. How can you create a workplace that’s adequately staffed with quality workers? Try abstaining. Stop hiring people who “can do the job” and start waiting until you find people who are the right fit for the job. It’s not an easy paradigm shift to make — when Marissa Mayer started as the new...
Read MoreInfographic: Job Posting Field Guide
I came across this infographic and thought it was worth sharing: Whether you have too many candiates for a job opening or not enough, an eye-catching, informative job posting is key if you want to corral the most qualified applicants. Check out this one-stop guide to crafting the perfect job posting and start separating the wheat from the chaff today! Infographic – The Job Posting Field Guide
Read MoreDirections to Employment
I came across this post by Matthew Thompson of Hyperion and wanted to share it with my readers. I thought it was a creative take on the job search process. Enjoy! I was just going about my normal business on the internet today, and came across these directions on Google. The points made are quite poignant and very apt when it comes to the job seeking process. Destination: Employment Post/ZIP Code: 5UC C355 You are 11 steps away from your destination; it will take hard work, dedication and a good sense of where you are going to complete the journey. Are you up for the challenge? 1. Head...
Read MoreHow Proper Talent Management Helps A Business Succeed
Almost every company pays at least some lip service to how their employees are the most important factor in their sustained success. However, failing to recognize how valuable your employees are could be the reason why your company goes out of business. How do you manage your employees in a way that helps the business thrive in the long-term? Make The Right Hiring Decisions Employee management begins during the hiring process. Although having skills and experience are critical for an employee to be a success, there are some other traits that should be looked for as well. For example, a new employee should be willing to learn and take direction from managers, other...
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