Productivity isn’t something that just happens. Did you know that every time you check your social media accounts or email for an update, studies show that you actually lose 23 minutes? That’s how long it takes your mind to refocus and get back to the task you were tackling, before the distraction. Let’s look at… Read more »
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Workplace Stress Warning Signs
Haven’t we all thought something like this at one point or another: If workplace stress were cash, I could retire to a private island. But workplace stress isn’t cash. And despite living in a world that seems to thrive on pressure, we are never richer for experiencing it. Occasional stresses such as a flat tire or… Read more »
Five Reasons to Hire a Social Candidate
When it comes to hiring top professionals, especially top sales professionals, having a solid resume and good references are great – but you need more. You need to look at what the candidate it doing away from work. It’s here that you’ll gain insight into a candidate’s adaptability and suitability in aligning with your company… Read more »
Are You Losing Top Talent to Your Competitors?
On television, top talent is usually offered the job at the end of the interview. And with little more than a handshake and a smile they are led down the hallway to meet with HR and find out where their office is. In real life, however, it never quite works that fast. In real life,… Read more »
Hiring Sales Professionals in the Agriculture Industry
Sales people are the lifeblood of every organization. But despite their importance, many businesses are uneasy when it comes to hiring sales professionals in the agriculture industry. Did you know that top sales professionals can utilize their knowledge and expertise to successfully transition into the agriculture industry? What Makes a Great Salesperson? Great salespeople are more… Read more »
Evaluating the Teamwork Skills of a Candidate
We’ve all heard the old saying, ‘there’s no I in team,’ but how can you effectively evaluate the teamwork skills of a candidate? Of all the skills and abilities to look for when hiring a candidate, finding a team player is perhaps the most important. Discovering someone who can work as part of a team can be… Read more »
Is Micromanagement Hurting Your Sales Force?
Did you know that micromanagement can destroy your sales force? By micromanaging your sales staff you’re sending a clear message that you don’t trust them to do the job they were hired to do. Simply put, a micromanager believes they can do the job better than a subordinate. Because micromanagers get overly involved in the small… Read more »
Interview Questions Candidates Should Ask You
Good interview questions can tell a lot about the person asking them. The most telling moments of an interview often come at the end when the tables are turned, and the candidate has a chance to ask a few questions. These interview questions provide valuable insight into how the candidate prepared for your meeting and… Read more »
Rolling Out Workforce Change
Every company considers rolling out workforce change at one point or another. The economy is tumultuous and volatile, and companies must consider every possible way to remain competitive. That can mean a reduction of workforce, elimination of a well-established policy or procedure, or even radical reorganization the company itself. The announcement of impending changes in… Read more »
The Importance of Purpose in the Workforce
Purpose matters. It used to be that a regular paycheck was enough job satisfaction for most people. But times have changed, and employees’ expectations have changed along with them. Employees are investing more of themselves in their jobs than ever before, and they are expecting more from their employers in return. To Live and Work… Read more »