Unlimited PTO Policy: Benefits and Hidden Pitfalls
May 28, 2022
Unlimited paid time off (PTO), like unlimited brownies or all-you-can-eat bar food sounds like an amazing idea but in practice often yields unwanted consequences.
Variable Pay Strategies to Boost Work Motivation
May 18, 2022
If HR specialists were alchemists, their philosopher’s stone would be work motivation. Unlocking the secret to limitless engagement and productivity is the ultimate dream and ambition of anyone in the hiring business and yet, of course, there’s no easy recipe. Creating a motivated workplace isn’t quite as difficult as unlocking the key to eternal life, but it can sometimes feel close. Small businesses feel the impact of employee turnover or underperformance in acute ways and yet are limited by having fewer resources than their big-league counterparts. Luckily, strategies exist that allow them to punch far above their weight and compete for top market talent. Variable pay is one example.
Be Successful at Work by Leading with Authenticity
May 5, 2022
If you’ve ever had a job interview then you’re familiar with the stress of wondering what to say, how to dress, which questions to ask (and not to ask), and even how to hold yourself. You probably recall rehearsing with friends or mentors and may even still be able to recite some of the lines you committed to memory. You also probably shudder at the thought of ever having to do it again. But guess what? You never do, not even if you lose your current position and have to start from scratch. After all, the answer to how to be successful in a job interview or at a job has nothing to do with putting on an act. If this is news to you, don’t worry, you’re far from alone.
Best Employee Benefits for Top Talent Acquisition
April 28, 2022
The more things change, the more they stay the same. Today’s dream job looks a lot like yesterdays. Current job seekers, just like their forebears, are looking for a position that provides happiness, stability, and growth. These basic human needs will always be the focus of human ambition, be it professional or personal. The difference is that today, the parameters that determine whether a job fulfills these are not what they used to be. People’s professional expectations have changed as what is viewed as possible has grown and if employers hope to land and retain the top talent they need to be in tune with these developments.
Bad Hire Cost: Avoid This Expensive Mistake
April 20, 2022
The cost of a bad hire isn’t quite on par with that of marrying the wrong person but it’s close. Bringing a new employee onboard means investing in a new relationship and when things go south both tangible and intangible resources are wasted.
Self-Accountability at Work: A Key to Stronger Teams
April 6, 2022
Relationships, whether they be personal or professional, follow similar principles. Nobody builds a friendship or romantic relationship without self accountability, and business relationships are no different. Being able to take responsibility for yourself and your actions is a key component of building trust. Nurturing this skill is essential to personal development, and should likewise be central among your development goals for work.