I recently heard someone say there is no wrong answer. Well, that in itself, is indeed a wrong answer! There are some terrible answers out there. No, we shouldn’t simply embrace idiocracy because people are “being themselves.” For example, if you are applying for a job as a cashier and you have served time for armed robbery- while you may have recovered and changed your life- applying for that job isn’t the best idea because the answer you will have to give to certain cash related questions will be the… Read more
HR is predictable. However, we’ve noticed 3 HR trends that weren’t predictable, yet already started to happen in 2014. Below is the list of these 3 trends and why they are happening so early in 2014.
#1. Less Baby Boomers in the workforce. Yes, 2014 is going to be the year of the construction worker and the year of the IT worker. As a result, many people in their late 20’s and early 30’s are crossing over to the IT field with paid internships and competitive training programs being offered… Read more
All companies are seeking to target the right customers and gain ROI when it comes to writing for and using social media avenues to grow business. But did you know you’re sitting on a gold mine with your employees and even your competition?
A big trend so far in 2014 is social media swiping. While it may pose (to only a few) some moral issues, it is a generally acceptable thing to do when done correctly. So, what is it? Stealing the social media subscribers of your employees and competition… Read more
I recently read an article about employee benefits and today’s modern workforce. While companies like Zappos are really retaining talent because of their employment environment, the company seems to be the exception to the current trend’s rule.
More and more employers are eliminating office perks like free coffee and bottled water because their employees report valuing cash over perks and benefits. The same goes for health care. Being “Obamacare” is only requiring employers to offer health insurance and not dental or vision plans, many companies are reporting their employees don’t… Read more
I run a staffing company. My clients are seeking the best employees who will also fit in with their company’s culture, match their payment ability, and best represent who they are as a brand. As a result, different factors play into who obtains which jobs. The person with the most experience doesn’t always get the job. So, how do you handle not landing the job or getting that promotion?
Life is full of disappointments. I’m sure if you didn’t get job A with us, we will be able to place… Read more
One question we get asked a lot is how much information is too much information at work. Each company has its own culture and, outside of deviating from federal law, sharing can make or break you at work when it comes to fitting into the culture.
While it is always best to use your best judgement, you want to follow the following guidelines when it comes to creating boundaries within the workplace – either for yourself as an employee or for your employees as a manager / CEO.
1. Communicate… Read more
It is never too late to find a job you love. In fact, if you love your work- you will love your life!
I find many people get stuck in this “I have to work” routine. And yes, you are going to have to work in life. But you don’t have to be at a job you hate forever. Set goals. Treat your career goals like recipes, performing one step at a time and don’t expect everything to happen all at once.
You also need to understand what goes in… Read more
Texting has presented a unique problem to employers. Technically, these quick messages to check on kids or tell a spouse one is going to be late isn’t that big of a deal- and they’re a better option than long conversations that are personal and distract everyone in the office. But, speaking of distractions, texting can pull your employee’s focus away from a project.
I suggest crafting a strict policy on texting while at work. There should be reasonable allowances and expectations within the policy. Texting interferes with productivity. This fact… Read more
We here at Building Team Solutions are in the business of finding people work. While most of our jobs are temporary, we do offer full-time positions on occasion. It all depends on what our clients want. So, if you’re seeking a career and need some tips on finding full-time work, keep reading…….
Step 1:
Prepare a 15- to 30-second bio beforehand. This means you pitch yourself, briefly, and highlight an accomplishment that your’e proud of. Remember, never bad mouth a former employer.
Step 2:
Hand out business cards printed with… Read more
Here’s a not so funny story. About a year ago I was helping a client hire a few employees. This client expressed to me that he intentionally acts like a jerk during an interview. I was astonished! I couldn’t understand why someone would want to act like a jerk, especially when interviewing someone who could help this client grow his company.
I asked the client what it was he did to ‘act like a jerk’. His answers were simple and not that far off from what most people do when… Read more
