Posts by "psychpros"
There’s no denying that the world has changed since the days of printing out and snail mailing cover letters and resumes. So in the age of texting, email, and social media, where computer software scans your resume before the hiring manager does, do you even need to worry about writing cover letters anymore? The answer […]
As an employer, it can be tricky to manage sick days and sick leave. You want to make sure that sick employees are treated fairly, but you also need to make sure that your company’s policies aren’t being abused—all while honoring the contractual obligations of your sick-leave policy. It’s important to have a thorough understanding […]
No one can predict exactly what questions will be asked during any given job interview. However, there are some questions that are practically guaranteed to come out, and it’s essential that you’re prepared to answer them. These five questions are staples for job interviews of all types. With great prepared answers, you’ll exponentially increase your […]
Part of a successful recruitment strategy for any organization is looking for top talent and bringing these star employees on board. But what about the talent that already exists in your organization? Chances are, you have at least a few top performers you may not be aware of—and identifying them now may be crucial to […]
While your resume can get you in the door of a company, the interview decides whether you’re hired for the job you want. The key to a winning interview is to make a memorable (and of course, favorable) impression on the hiring manager — and that process actually starts before the interview itself. Here’s how […]
Cross-training involves training your employees to perform in different job roles throughout your company, either within the same department or across departments This discipline is often overlooked and under-appreciated in the business world. Many organizations and individual managers view cross training as a potential waste of time, money, and resources, a theory that’s especially prevalent […]
Looking for a job is often a challenging process. Unlike most other endeavors, it’s difficult to tell whether you’re making any headway — have you researched enough positions? Sent out enough resumes? Made enough phone calls? And what about growing your network, touching base with recruiters, and following up after interviews? The whole process can […]
Wouldn’t it be nice to know ahead of time what positions, roles, and functions your organization will need to fill in the future, instead of simply reacting every time you get a requisition or a request for a new job? While it’s impossible to predict this with complete accuracy, you can give yourself an advantage […]
No one loves the act of spring cleaning, but everyone enjoys the results. Spring is the time to pull back the curtains, open the windows, and blow the dust off everything—including your resume. Whether you’re currently on the job search path, entering the job market for the first time, considering a career change, or content […]
No one ever says that hiring a new employee is easy—especially hiring managers. No one ever says that hiring a new employee is easy—especially hiring managers. Throughout the hiring process, you have a laundry list of points to consider for each candidate, including whether they’re qualified for the position, have the right skills, and display […]