A good leader is someone who has the ability to guide a team or organization towards achieving the overall set goals and objectives. Without being too bossy, dismissing others ideas, lacking empathy, or playing the blame game. In this post, I have listed 5 traits that good leaders possess. 5 Qualities that define effective leadership. … Continued
More than ever, companies today need to address reviews and adapt in focusing on positive candidate experience in order to attract and keep quality talent. Companies that are slow to adjust to the exponential growth of the online market will likely not last in today’s social media world. From the very first interaction through the … Continued
Hiring managers, don’t you wish you could consistently hire superior people? As the competition for talent increases, having robust recruiting skills are crucial for hiring top people on a regular basis. In this blog post – ‘How to interview and hire superior people’, I will be sharing some valuable tips on the similar lines. Let’s … Continued
Leaders get so engrossed in constantly dealing with problems that they lose sight of their main objectives and goals. To guarantee a healthier work-life balance, leaders must start focusing on coming up with creative solutions. Listen to any manager speak; very few talk about their objectives or goals. More or less concentrate on their problems. … Continued
Managers, let’s face it: tolerating ineffectiveness (such as unacceptable performance, poor employee attendance, and negative attitude) is worse than hiring the wrong person. It is difficult to function profitably when other staff members make up for the performance deficiency of that employee whom you should have terminated long ago. In order to avoid the entire … Continued
It’s a challenging process especially for small business owners to recruit and retain high-quality candidates without going bankrupt in the process. In this article, I will be talking about 3 recruiting tips for small business owners to follow and put into practice. Develop a Job Description With Clear Directions You need to be detailed and … Continued
So, are you thinking of reapplying for a job after being rejected? A well-established norm is to wait for 4 months before reapplying for the interview you attended. But if you got rejected in the initial screening by the bot because you forgot to add the relevant keywords, then you should definitely go ahead and … Continued
Employers, the job market today has drastically changed with the younger generation looking for a new job after every 3-5 years of service. You definitely need a different and rather creative approach to find, recruit and retain the right talent. In this article, I will be sharing 3 unique ways to find great talent. Tip … Continued
Hiring Managers and Recruiters – Are you asking unique, thought-provoking, or even odd interview questions? Are your interview questions looking at the candidate’s analytical skills? [bctt tweet=”Questions as these can definitely help judge the candidates you’re interviewing better and even provide much more insight about the applicant’s logic process.” username=”myaptask”] The candidate’s answers will help … Continued
How would you describe your employee’s overall outlook or attitude towards work? Are your employees satisfied, positive and confident to come to work every day? From recognizing employee birthdays and work and wedding anniversaries, to designing a comfortable workplace with comfy chairs and beautiful interiors, commemorating such little points in your work environment could not … Continued
Organizations are always looking for talented candidates. It is not always certain that management is able to hire the best candidate moreover the current trends in recruitment seem to wipe out good job candidates. Companies don’t realize that their reputation is at stake throughout the hiring process from posting the job online to answering submitted … Continued
Today’s recruitment market is more challenging and competitive than ever before. Besides that technology and social media have become indispensable tools for both recruiters and job seekers. Even still, the resume seems to remain the focal point used to shortlisted candidates for an interview. Therefore, I will be showing you how to write a resume … Continued
Did you know, it is the insecure manager who calls the office on their day off? They say they are just calling to check if everything is running smoothly but, in fact, they are calling for the need to feel needed. The more people depend on them to help solve a problem, the more ego boost … Continued
With competition being so fierce, you need to be at your best while preparing for an interview. No doubt with practice and experience you can walk into an interview with some much-needed confidence, but being respectful, genuine, and aware are some easy tips you can use to hone your interview performance skills. In this article, … Continued
The ability to find and recognize opportunities when they present themselves is a key skill required in all leaders; and being authentic and honest can help prepare yourself for a leadership role. Conduct yourself the right way and leadership opportunities will definitely come knocking at your door. 3 ways to prepare and present yourself for … Continued
The idea of fostering a purposeful and ethical culture at the workplace begins with the upper management. It’s essential for whoever the individual is at the top to understand: What they do How they do it and What they convey both in words and actions As everyone in the organization needs to perceive and understand … Continued
Post-interview thank you emails are a way of expressing gratitude for the opportunity of meeting with the interviewers. It is a crucial etiquette that you send a thank-you note to your interviewers within 24 hours of your interview. In this article, I will be sharing some tips and a sample template on how to write … Continued
Today’s millennial generation and technological advances have definitely changed the way a company’s culture is perceived. If you ask a millennial, ‘What is your company culture?’, they might say going to work is fun because we have everything provided by the company under one roof – from an employee recreational room, hefty bonuses, paid vacations, … Continued
Well, you are going to be surprised! Why? Because the answer is ‘No’. In fact, you are making the biggest mistake by only recognizing your top performers. Didn’t you know it’s your middle or steady performers that are making the substantial contributions to your organization? Truth be told, they are your company’s backbone, so stop … Continued
Every team member is different; be it personality, strength, or weakness. The manager who tries to manage everyone in the team the same way will never be successful. Such poor approaches will not only hurt the team but also the company at large. Unless, of course, he learns to manage and motivate them individually. In … Continued
Empathy and Respect are the two professional courtesy’s that appear to have fallen by the wayside in today’s job hiring market. Job seekers today seem to complain how they are being mistreated during interviews and are wondering if human resources are missing the ‘being human’ factor. In this article, we will be sharing different ways … Continued
So you got promoted and now are the boss of your former colleagues. It feels awkward, doesn’t it? How do you maintain your friendship as well as manage your colleagues? It truly is a million-dollar question but the answer is simple – by being a boss and not a buddy. Yes, you can of course … Continued
Did you know? A precisely written job description can not only help attract the right prospective candidate but also says a lot about your company culture? Stand out from the rest by marketing your company and job listings well. [bctt tweet=”Always keep your ideal candidate in mind while drafting the job description.” username=”myaptask”] Read on … Continued
As an entrepreneur just starting out, identifying which qualities to look for before hiring your first employee can be a daunting affair. Nevertheless, it’s pretty obvious and goes without saying that you need to look for someone who is smart, energetic with strong work ethics, vision, good communication skills, and integrity. Because years down the … Continued
This is a question that all job seekers out there keep asking and wondering to themselves. Is it us or is the recruiting process broken? Applicants today are not only finding it difficult but time-consuming to get placed. They feel like they are getting lost in the ATS’s [Applicant Tracking Systems], keyword searches, etc. [bctt … Continued
Are you looking to build a successful company? If yes, then start including these three traits in your hiring practices so that you can build an amazing work culture with the best potential employees. After all, no company can afford a bad hire after spending so much time, energy, and money in hiring. In this … Continued