Building Team Solutions works with HR departments from large to small companies. Both often list the same requirements for a candidate. However, a large company and a small company usually have very different needs. Small companies might have a restricted budget and large companies may not consider candidates without a minimum of five years in a certain field. Simply stating “experienced” on a job post can often frustrate both employee and employer.
Of course my company can look at the details of the needs for both big and small companies… Read more
Business owners and company leaders have to make critical decisions almost daily. You can get worn out from the stress- which can impact your ability to make decisions on a day-to-day basis. So, how do you make great decisions all the time? Let me share some of my personal secrets.
Start with getting some sleep. Yes, getting sleep. I know it can be hard. Sleep is needed to help us become more productive during the day. Don’t get sucked into the Starbucks or Red Bull lie. You may be energetic… Read more
Yes, your body can prevent you from finding a job. Body language is a very real thing. You can have a gleaming resume or application, but if your body language is terrible then the job will slip out of your fingers. I’ve listed a few mannerisms to stay clear of when on a job interview.
Let’s start with the obvious. Have a great handshake. Make sure your handshake is firm but not harsh. Also, don’t walk into an interview adjusting shoes or any piece of clothing. It shows the employer… Read more
Everyone always talks about what you should say on an interview. There are thousands upon thousands of tips floating away on the Internet. But what about what not to say? There are very important rules for how not to answer a question. Below are some examples of what not to say on a job interview and why.
First, “I don’t know.” Do not every use this phrase at any point during an interview. Here’s why; “I don’t know” makes you sound unsure and uneducated. If you need to think about… Read more
Employee turnover can be a problem. Either people move, find jobs with better pay, get offered management positions at competing companies or they have a million other reasons not to stay with your company. The best way to prevent employee turnover is to practice preparedness for all the above situations- and more!
You want to build loyalty and a pleasant work environment. This is the biggest secret to keeping employees and keeping employees happy in general. Encouraging skill building, continuing education and providing an employee with the ability to share… Read more
You just landed a new job. You want to make a great impressions. You show up early. You leave late. But what about your health? Is there a way to take care of your health without your boss thinking you’re a germ nut? What about lunch? Can you go out to lunch with others without partaking in the alcohol or high-calorie foods? Below are my tips for fitting into a new employment environment while also remaining healthy!
#1. Always take the stairs if you are traveling between two to three… Read more
Statistics state that we will all be fired once in lifetime. Recovering can be hard. People hire employees for several reasons. Something as simple as a personality brush between working style and management style could dampen the outlook for an employee. How do you give a previously fired employee a second chance? I do have some tips.
The best thing to do during the interview is to keep an open mind. Things happen. People are not always fired because they are bad employees. Maybe their skill set didn’t match what… Read more
Monster.com and other a like websites can be a great resource, but for many these types of websites will not help gain employment. Here is why;
Job boards typically are not the primary source of new hires. If you conservatively estimate that 50% of new hires come from other sources, then the theoretical maximum chance one has for finding a job through Monster drops to 10.5%. Many people use firms, like ours, to help them navigate real job leads. The main issue with Monster.com is there is no way of… Read more
CEOs need to be approachable, calm, stable, great decision makers, forward thinkers and more. But what truly makes a great CEO when you really examine the position?
Honesty is first. Some might laugh these days but it is true. CEOs need to be accountable for the actions of the company that he or she represents. CEOs also need be reliable in the media’s eyes. If a CEO fudges the truth or outright lies – the entire company will suffer. Forbes agrees. Recently Forbes cited, “Your business and its employees are… Read more
Finding employment can be challenging. You have to be your own best cheerleader during a stressful time. Conjuring up enthusiasm about who you are as an employee doesn’t feel like the best thing to do, especially after being fired or laid off. So, how do you market yourself when you are stressed?
We suggest getting creative to raise your spirits. Anyone can write a resume. What about exceeding the resume with a creative job seeking stunt? Try writing a blog about why you are seeking employment. You may not find… Read more
