Nearly every company has a set of corporate values that help build a strong foundation and a healthy company, but far fewer live out those values every day. Leaders often say that though they wish their teams lived out company values, they don’t know how to help their employees make the connection. These strategies can… Read More »
No one wants to be a bad boss and no one sets out to purposely become a bad boss. However, the number of people who report working for a bad boss is staggering… which means you could one and not even know it. If you lead a team that is having issues like poor morale or high turnover, the first place to… Read More »
We typically associate frustration at work with a roadblock; something is standing in the way of a goal. It could be a bad boss, outdated tools, poor processes, nasty colleagues, difficult employees or any number of frustrations. However, if you flip the script on frustration, you can actually use it as a catalyst for creativity. The Unplayable Piano… Read More »
When most people think about the war for talent, they think about fighting it out with competitors for top candidates. However, the war could be closer than you think. Employee retention is the keystone of the recruitment puzzle. It’s simple—if you can retain your best people, you don’t have to replace them and you can… Read More »
Due to the well-documented labor shortage across the country, it has never been more challenging to find skilled trades candidates for your open roles. This means conducting recruiting business as usual isn’t going to be enough. If you’re looking to attract high-quality candidates for your skilled roles, follow these strategies. Conduct Multi-Day Job Fairs Single-day… Read More »
Summer is finally here! Before heading off on vacation to the beach or campground, it’s important to prepare your outdoor workers for the transition to heat and humidity. Working even just a few hours in extremely hot temperatures can lead to dangerous illness and even death. There’s good news, though: heat-related emergencies can be… Read More »
If employee safety for your organization is a top priority, you cannot simply “set it and forget it.” Orientation for new employees and the occasional safety meeting are simply not enough to keep safe practices top-of-mind, especially as things change over time. This National Safety Month, take time to develop effective strategies to communicate your… Read More »
Do you often feel like there are not enough hours in the workday to get your tasks done? While you can’t add more time to the day, you can improve your work routine to maximize the time you do have. Optimize Your To-Do List Each morning, make a list of the tasks you must complete… Read More »
Extending a job offer after going through the expense and time-consuming legwork of advertising the job, narrowing applicants, conducting interviews and making your final decision can be a thrilling time. Sometimes, however, a candidate who looked good during the hiring process quickly makes it clear that they were not the right person for the job.… Read More »
Thinking back to kindergarten, you may recall one of your favorite activities – Show and Tell. Sure, it was probably scary for your five-year-old self to stand up in front of your class, but it was worth overcoming your nerves to share something important to you. Apply this same tactic when you are communicating… Read More »