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Passive job seekers are employed and not actively engaged in the job market. However, these professionals are open to hearing about opportunities and potentially changing jobs. Pursuing passive job seekers can help unlock hidden talent. Because the current demand for skilled talent is far greater than the supply, there is strong competition in hiring. As… Read more »
Are you having trouble finding quality talent? If so, you may need to update your hiring process. Analyzing your hiring process helps uncover the issues that need resolution. Solving these problems helps increase the number of quality candidates you can interview and hire. If you are having trouble finding quality talent, you can use these… Read more »
Building resiliency in your workforce during uncertain economic times provides your agricultural business with a competitive edge. Predicting and planning for disruptions helps your employees overcome them. Your workforce’s ability to adapt during uncertain economic times helps your organization thrive. You can use the following methods to cultivate resiliency for business growth. Choose among these… Read more »
Fostering a collaborative environment for your team is important for business success. Collaborative environments promote employee trust, engagement, and performance. Providing a collaborative environment for your team supports productivity. Working toward a common goal encourages your teammates to complete tasks, reach deadlines, and ask for and provide help as needed. Building a collaborative environment for… Read more »
A 2021 study shows that organizations that effectively support working parents have an 86% reduction in the number of employees who want to leave the company. This is especially important as The Great Resignation continues. Because the majority of the workforce consists of working parents, it is in your best interest to support the working… Read more »
Staffing costs are among the expenses your company needs to manage in 2023. This is especially important due to inflation and the ongoing recession. One of the most effective ways to reduce your staffing costs is by partnering with a staffing firm. This can eliminate your initial hiring costs and reduce your turnover costs. These… Read more »
Your company culture impacts the way business is conducted. This affects management, leadership, communications, workplace practices, the work environment, and other characteristics. Having an attractive company culture helps you find and keep quality candidates. Your organization’s mission, vision, and values show how your business differs from the competition. This encourages candidates to apply to your… Read more »
Your company’s culture is guided by its mission, vision, and values. This provides a foundation for how employees at every level think and behave. Your culture determines your company’s personality. This impacts how employees interact with each other, customers, and the industry. Having a positive company culture elevates employee engagement, productivity, and performance. This increases… Read more »
Because it takes a certain type of employee to work in agriculture, you should be looking for specific traits when hiring. These traits include strength, technical skills, and Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) certification. Look for these three characteristics when hiring agricultural employees. 1. Strength Most agricultural workers spend the majority of their time engaged in… Read more »
Finding agriculture candidates who fit your business needs is challenging. The process takes a significant amount of time to establish connections with the best talent. This is why having a hiring plan is so important. Knowing what you’re looking for helps you reach your goal. You can accomplish this objective in a few steps. Follow… Read more »