One of the biggest complaints regarding millennials in the workforce is their reputation of being job hoppers. Hiring managers are hesitant to choose candidates who appear to have short histories with their previous employers, especially since the investment required to get a new employee settled in can be quite high. So, how do you separate… Read more »
Every workplace talks about the importance of teamwork for accomplishing goals, and team building is often part of the larger discussion. Simply talking about functioning as a team isn’t enough to actually bring co-workers together. Companies need to create methods to bring individuals together for better team function. But why is team building important to… Read more »
We have all been groomed to believe that gaps in a resume can spell doom during an interview. Often, these gaps are hard to explain, regardless of the circumstances surrounding the absence from the workforce. However, any situation that led to time away from the working world can be managed with proper preparation. Whether you… Read more »
There’s more to a great job than a paycheck. The company culture can be just as important to the equation as any other benefits they have to offer. But, while it is easy to assess whether a compensation package meets your needs, that isn’t always the case when it comes to identifying a cultural fit.… Read more »
Social media has become a staple in the lives of many. It provides a connection to family, friends and businesses. But it is important to remember that it may also be accessible to your current, or potential, employer. While most people are careful about what they post, there is more information on your pages than… Read more »
There is a difference between hearing what your employees are saying and truly listening to what is being said. Through listening, a leader can create stronger relationships with members of their team while gaining insights regarding what they value. Additionally, it will better position you to help guide employees through challenging times, allowing them to… Read more »
At some point in your career, you will encounter THAT co-worker; the one who always has a negative point of view and seems to suck the positive morale right out of the room. And, over time, it can take the joy out of the job you once loved. But it doesn’t have to be that… Read more »
Big data management is becoming more important for businesses every day. The ability to examine and analyze data from a wide range of sources, and produce cohesive plans based on that analysis has become a top concern for many, including members of management, marketing and other key functional areas. One of the challenges has been… Read more »
Experience is invaluable when you are working for an organization, but it doesn’t always help with a job search. Some experienced professionals, accountants included, find it difficult to secure a new position, and their experience may be to blame. Similar to applicants who can be considered overqualified, being seen as having more experience than the… Read more »
As you look to control costs in the new year, one of the first places you will look is at your staff. An easy way to create space in the budget is to eliminate employees who have proven to be ineffective or redundant. You might be tempted to lump your CPA into this group, concluding… Read more »