Tag: Hiring
Don’t Take Organizational Culture Fit for Granted—But Don’t Overthink It, Either
HR “Culture fit” guides many hiring decisions, but what does it mean? Is it a fair and effective measurement of a candidate? Read some perspectives on the issue.
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Want to Make Better Hiring Decisions? Think Like an NFL GM
HR Hiring means money—which no company can afford to waste. To hire & onboard new employees effectively, think like an NFL general manager during Draft season.
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Stat of the Week: Star Performers vs. Average Performers
HR Star performers in low-complexity jobs are 50% more productive than average performers. On the high end, the performance gap widens to an astonishing 800%.
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We’re Experiencing "Boring Jobs Crisis." Here’s How You Can Help End It.
HR It’s time to treat workplace boredom—i.e. employee disengagement—as the crisis it is. A study on poor work design offers some insights and strategies into how.
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The Gig Economy: Don’t Let Safety Threats and Liabilities Get in the Way of Your Workforce Needs
EHS What comes to mind when you think of the words “gig economy”: convenience and flexibility? How about heightened risk of safety hazards and OSHA violations?
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The FCRA Way: 4 Steps to a Compliant Background Check
HR Background checks are a common practice but federal and state rules can make compliant checks a murky area. Check out these 4 steps to keep yourself compliant.
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Applicants with Tattoos: Just Because You Can Reject Them Doesn’t Mean You Should
HR No laws prohibit employers from discriminating against people with visible tattoos. But given changing attitudes, you may want to reconsider your policies.
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Sometimes the Most “Boring” Hiring Practices Are the Most Effective
HR If you’ve spent months trying to fill a role, any alternative to the grueling hiring process sounds appealing. But sometimes “boring” is best, says Laszlo Bock.
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Terminating an Employee? How to Handle the Last Paycheck
HR Uncategorized In a monthly series, our HR Experts take on frequently asked questions. This month: I'm terminating an employee, does the last paycheck need to be ready by our meeting?
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