Calculating full time equivalent (FTE): Benefits and uses
Why calculate FTE? Are you having trouble making budgeting and workforce planning decisions due to the large number of seasonal and part-time workers you have? If so, you should use the full-time...
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Why critical thinking matters in the workplace Strong critical thinking skills contribute to business success, such as better decision-making, increased innovation, and enhanced problem-solving. These...
View ArticleTalent retention strategies: 5 ways to combat the talent shortage
By Karl Ahlrichs “Can you feel the rain? Do you hear the thunder? The storm is coming.”—Ed Robinson, CSP, CPA The storm is here, but I’m confident you are ready. The talent shortage is the storm my...
View ArticleReduce cost per hire strategies for recruitment
Beyond the industry average: Optimizing your CPH Is your organization hemorrhaging money on your hiring process? You’ll have no way of knowing if you don’t track your cost per hire (CPH). According to...
View ArticleLeadership principles development guide
Unity in diversity: Leadership principles as a common thread Leadership principles act as a compass that helps navigate the complexities of leading a team or organization. Individuals come into...
View ArticleEmployee disaster relief: A practical guide for HR leaders
Smoke fills the sky over Southern California neighborhoods as another fire season forces thousands to evacuate their homes. For HR leaders across the affected communities, the focus shifts from routine...
View ArticleWhat is new collar jobs?
Beyond blue and white collars: Introducing new-dollar jobs While you’re likely familiar with terms like blue-collar jobs and white-collar work, a new category has emerged recently that you may not be...
View ArticleAdvantages of fair hiring practices for diversity
Benefits of a diverse workforce Every organization wants to hire the best candidates, but the recruitment process is highly complex, and things like bias and unfair selection criteria can creep in if...
View ArticleCoach your employees to success with these strategies
Beyond task management: The power of coaching One part of being an effective manager is overseeing tasks and ensuring your team is progressing toward goals. The most influential managers also adopt a...
View ArticleUnderstanding the AI impact on employee workplace expectations
Emerging trends reshaping team operations Remember when VoIP was the next big thing and internet-based phone calls were the future? My, how things have changed… The last decade has seen some of the...
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