What to do When an Employee Decides to Leave the Company

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Handling an employee resignation is an important part of effective human resource management. It requires a strategic approach to ensure a smooth transition and maintain positive relationships within the workplace. Here are key steps to handle an employee resignation: Remain Professional and Supportive Begin the process by acknowledging the employee’s decision with professionalism. Express appreciation… Read more »

What It Means to Have a Diverse and Inclusive Workforce

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A diverse and inclusive workforce is characterized by a broad representation of people with varying backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and characteristics in an organization. This concept goes beyond merely acknowledging differences in race, gender, ethnicity, and age; it encompasses a commitment to an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and included. Diversity Diversity is the… Read more »

How to Improve the Onboarding Process

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Improving the onboarding process is important for any organization because it sets the tone for an employee’s experience and long-term success at a company. An effective onboarding process not only helps new hires integrate into the workplace, but also enhances their engagement and productivity. Here are some key strategies to enhance the onboarding process: Personalization… Read more »

How to Conduct an Effective Performance Review

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Performing a comprehensive and effective performance review is a critical aspect of managing and developing a successful team. When done properly, it provides an opportunity for managers and employees to communicate openly, set goals, and identify areas for improvement. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to conduct a performance review: Preparation Before the review, gather… Read more »

Work and Mental Health

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Since the pandemic, workers have been much more concerned about mental health issues and well-being. As a result, companies are paying more attention to the relationship between work conditions and mental health. The office of the United States Surgeon General recently released a report that contained some facts and figures about work and mental health,… Read more »

How to Deal with Dishonest Resumes

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How common is resume fraud? More than 90 percent of those responding to a recent survey said they knew someone who had included fabricated information on their resume. The survey also showed that only about one-third of the fabricators were ever discovered. Among those who were found out, about two-thirds were eliminated from consideration. So… Read more »

Giving Two Weeks’ Notice

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People move from job to job much more often these days. In this type of environment, you may be wondering if the traditional two weeks’ notice is still as common a practice as in the past. Contrary to what some may believe, giving two weeks’ notice is not a legal requirement. If you are an… Read more »

Developing Effective Exit Interviews

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Developing Effective Exit Interviews Often exit interview programs falls short of their intended goal, that of improving employee retention or gathering information that the company can use going forward. Exit Interview Flaws Exit interviews miss the mark for two reasons. First, the quality of the information is suspect. If exit interviews are to be effective… Read more »

Interview Questions and Legal Boundaries

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Often, in an attempt to establish a rapport with a job candidate during an interview, hiring managers will engage in a little small talk at the start of the meeting. But, as a hiring manager, you need to be careful that you don’t inadvertently touch on topics that may open your company up to legal… Read more »

Evaluating Your Onboarding

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Onboarding is an important piece of the hiring process. If done well, it enables new employees to hit the ground running, to be successful in their jobs and to make significant contributions. However, if it is flawed, new employees may be set adrift, feeling isolated and uncertain — a recipe for high turnover. To make… Read more »