Providing regular employee feedback and end-of-year performance reviews are critical to being an effective manager. Your thoughtful comments can increase productivity and steer an employee in the right direction. Sometimes, however,... read more →
As an employer, your greatest asset is the talent you hire. Consequently, your biggest challenge is attracting and retaining top talent. In today's competitive market, managing employees' salary expectations is... read more →
With Black Friday just around the corner, ‘tis the season for retail shopping! Holiday teams are vital for your merchandising success, and now is the time for hiring. This season... read more →
Whether you're a new manager or have been managing others for years, there will come a point when you have to ask yourself if your management skills are effective. The... read more →
Ever wonder what impact office design has on employee productivity? It's probably bigger than you think. But don't just take my word for it. A recent Capital One study shows... read more →
According to Staffing Industry Analysts, independent contractors made up an estimated 15.5% of the total workforce in 2017. Companies are increasingly engaging ICs, therefore an understanding of best practices is... read more →
Perhaps you’re about to start working with independent contractors for the first time, or maybe you’ve hired them many times before. Either way, it’s important to understand how to manage independent... read more →
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, independent contractors (ICs) represented 6.9 percent of the total workforce in 2017. However, other sources, such as Staffing Industry Analysts, estimate the number to... read more →
A growing number of companies are hiring independent contractors. One reason for this is that many ICs are skilled workers who can provide expertise that companies don’t possess in-house. Additionally, it... read more →
In line with compensation, a company's employee benefits package is a key component to staying competitive in a candidate-driven job market. Job seekers are looking for complete job satisfaction. But in... read more →