Attracting and retaining top talent is challenging in today’s dynamic and competitive job market. Companies must implement strategic measures to ensure employee satisfaction and engagement. Regular compensation (salary, benefits etc.) reviews offer benefits to both the employer and the employee. Let’s delve into the significance of these reviews. Salary Reviews & Their Connection with a…
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There are lots of opinions on whether temporary or permanent work is better. If you are a job seeker looking for employment, or considering changing careers, you may be asking yourself, which should I choose? It is important to know the type of work you are looking for. Before applying for a job, questions you…
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Companies spend many millions of dollars on core business functions, such as product development, customer acquisition, and service delivery. These focuses are obviously critical for success; however often overlooked is another element that is just as vital to an organization’s short-term and long-term success, qualified and proficient employees. Anne Mulcahy, former CEO of Xerox Corporation and…
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Laurie was tired of working in a retail environment and was itching to secure a long-term position that she would enjoy. After asking around to some friends and family, she discovered that a fellow member of her church congregation worked in the HR field. She forwarded her resume and thanks to his referral, was hired as an…
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Recruitment is a core function of a company. It is a process that involves everything from identifying, attracting, screening, shortlisting, interviewing, selecting, hiring and on-boarding employees. Recruitment teams can be small or large depending on the size of the company and many companies opt to outsource their recruiting needs as a part of developing a…
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Congratulations, your job application stood out and you have been invited for an interview. You are that much closer to securing a new position. Before you go to the interview you will need to do some homework, which will demonstrate to the employer why you are the best candidate to fill the role they are…
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Businesses, no matter the size are being impacted by the so-called “Great Resignation”. Long gone are the days where an employee stays with a company for their entire career. This has led to workforce trends shifting, along with a highly competitive job market. Many job seekers are searching for positions that provide a greater degree…
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The hiring process can be time-consuming and if not done properly, can lead to hiring the wrong candidate. Many organizations decide to fill job vacancies on their own, instead of using a recruiter. There are various reasons for this, one being they believe it costs more to hire a recruiter, than doing it themselves. However,…
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Hiring decisions are important and typically involve multiple people and departments, which can cause delays and sometimes complications. A long hiring process is one of the top complaints I hear from job seekers. Finding new employment is stressful and can be frustrating, so as an employer, make every reasonable effort to make the hiring process…
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Job rejection is never easy! You likely did a lot of preparation for a role you thought you really wanted. How you handle the disappointing news can determine your success in the future. Although you might be disappointed, frustrated and not motivated to keep applying to jobs, it’s important to not let a job rejection…
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