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Orientation / OnBoarding
“Onboarding” is arguably the most important part of the hiring process. It allows for employees to take some time to get up to speed, helping them become rock stars at their jobs. The week before they start, you might give an employee a tour of the building and...
Terminations
“You’re fired.” Sometimes, the reason we don’t terminate someone is that we’re afraid or we don't want to hurt somebody's feelings. But remember this, if it’s not a good fit, then it’s best for everyone involved for the working relationship to come to an end. The...
Hire Slow, Fire Fast, Step Carefully, Act Decisively
The Ad Determining exactly what you need and putting it down on paper is like a playbook for a winning football game. It will help you write your recruitment ad, determine the questions you're going to ask during screenings and interviews, evaluate how the individual...
Holiday Bonuses
As the holidays approach, there is often office whispering regarding holiday bonuses and yearly pay raises. While many companies would love to give pay increases every year, we are not always in a position to do so. In an economy where growth is not always a...
5 Ways to Gain Employees’ Respect
Respect in the workplace is as crucial as productivity when it comes to the bottom line. Without respect, no manager will succeed, which could mean a company that fails as a result. Respect is a two-way street, but it is one that managers must walk over and over again...
The Difference Between Onboarding and Training
Growth in a small company is exciting. The need to add more employees can bring a sense of fulfillment to the owner and everyone involved in the company. Care needs to be taken when bringing new employees on, however, because not bringing everyone up to speed right...
