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Employees Are Holding All the Cards in Job Market ◄

New Poll: Employees Leaving Jobs in Search of Higher Pay, Advancement; Express Experts Weigh in on Retention Strategies. Terri Greeno, an Express Employment Professionals franchise owner in Crystal Lake, Illinois, sees a “war for talent” in the job market, and says, “employees are holding all the cards.” “Employees can be selective and can leave due to […]

Leadership Lessons from Mr. Rogers ◄

A primer of instant nostalgia for anyone who grew up within a more than three-decade period spanning 1967 to 2001, Fred Rogers’ venerable Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood has become the hallmark of wholesome educational programming for children. From tying your shoes to standing up against racism and discrimination, each 30-minute episode featured Rogers speaking directly into […]

The Results Are In: Are Your Company’s Benefits Skewed? ◄

In September, we asked our readers if their companies’ benefits are skewed toward a specific demographic within their workplace, and with 73% of the votes, the vast majority said their benefits are fairly distributed. Approximately 10% believe parents receive the most benefit. “Men” and “single people” received 5% of the votes each, and “women” received […]

In a Hot U.S. Job Market, Why Are Some Still Unemployed? ◄

Wages Are Up, But Many Still Rely on Government Assistance; Express Experts Cite Transportation, Childcare, Healthcare as Key Barriers Wages are on the rise with major employers announcing higher starting wages, but for some Americans, that’s not enough to join the workforce or work more hours. Express Employment Professionals franchise owners report that many Americans who rely on government […]

CANADA: New Survey: Small- and Medium-Sized Businesses Not Ready for Legalized Marijuana ◄

Two-Thirds of Canadian Businesses Polled Are Concerned with Recreational Marijuana Use in the Workplace. Many small- and medium-sized businesses are not ready for the legalization of recreational marijuana, according to a new poll conducted by Express Employment Professionals. With only one week until recreational marijuana use becomes legal, more than 80% of businesses polled have […]

Infographic: 6 Best Ways Leaders Can Inspire Their Teams ◄

There’s a great quote from author and leadership expert John Maxwell: “A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way.” Essentially, to be an effective leader, you not only have to be technically proficient for the job, but you also need to be able to inspire your team to […]

Where Do Good Ideas Come From? ◄

Check out this entertaining and insightful video from science author and media theorist Steven Johnson for some great information about how big ideas most often develop and come to fruition. “Most important ideas take a long time to evolve and they spend a long time dormant in the background. It isn’t until the idea has had […]

Don’t Miss Josh Sundquist at the Refresh Leadership Simulcast ◄

Catch Josh Sundquist at the Refresh Leadership Simulcast on Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2018. 1MT1MT: One More Thing, One More Time When Sundquist was training for the Paralympics, his motto was 1MT1MT (one more thing, one more time). What’s the 1MT1MT you could do today to get closer to becoming the best leader you can be? […]

7 Misconceptions Future Leaders Must Overcome ◄

When did you realize your potential as a leader? Was it after the successful completion of a big project? Were you thrust into a leadership position and forced to sink or swim? Or did someone else see potential in you that you didn’t even know was there? No matter the path you took to leadership, the […]

Question of the Month: What Type of On-the-Job Training Does Your Company Provide? ◄

The first 90 days of a job are a crucial period for new employees. From adjusting to new schedules to meeting co-workers, there’s a lot on their plate. But, perhaps the most important activity that can make or break a new hire’s success is the type and quality of on the job training they receive. […]

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Could Hiring Boot Camp Grads Help Boost Diversity in Tech? ◄

We’ve all been inundated with disappointing statistics about the persistent lack of diversity in the tech industry. And with development positions on the rise nationwide, there is a clear need for employers to look at less traditional funnels when recruiting tech talent. As an alternative education model, coding boot camps promise to be just such... View Article

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How to Engage Employees in Health & Safety Training ◄

Workplace injuries and illnesses cost UK businesses around £14.9 billion a year in employee absence and presenteeism. On top of the cost, it’s vital for business managers to maintain a happy and healthy workforce to ensure they’re able to attract and keep the best talent. Provisions should be made in every workplace to keep employees... View Article

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The Secret to Millennial Retention ◄

Now more than ever, organizations are working to understand what changes they can make to attract and retain employees, particularly millennials, who now make up the largest portion of the U.S. labor force. Especially since millennials are the generation most likely to job-hop, with 60 percent reporting to be open to new job opportunities and... View Article

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What is the Difference Between Outbound and Inbound recruiting? ◄

When it comes to recruiting, some may argue that it doesn’t matter whether it’s inbound or outbound – as long as the end result is the same. But others would say there is a huge difference and there are benefits to both types of recruiting. This week our panel of experts tells us what they... View Article

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Pro Tips for Interviewing Millennials ◄

Sponsored by Mighty Recruiter When more than 66 million millennials took the workplace by storm a few years back, employers weren’t quite sure what to make of this new generation of workers. Born between 1980 and 1996, millennials are currently the largest generation in the American workforce. As they began coming of age, this mob... View Article

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Improving the Employee Experience ◄

HR professionals know that the employee experience matters but it can be difficult convincing senior management and accountants that paying attention to this area of operation can make a real difference. At 10Eighty we advocate an employee-centered approach to engagement and motivation that asks management to ‘see the world through the eyes of the employee’.... View Article

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The Employer Brand of a Top Law Firm ◄

We sit down with one of the biggest law firms in the world and learn how they take a federal approach to employer branding and even have an internal score for maturity. Tarek Dawas is Global Head of Resourcing at Allen & Overy in London, the 7th biggest law firm in the world, and in... View Article

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How Can You Spot the Boss Who Isn’t There? ◄

Even successful companies can’t avoid the chore of filling open managerial positions. Usually, it’s easiest to promote somebody from within. That high-performing salesperson looks like a strong choice – he’s bringing in a stream of new clients and blowing past his sales goals every month. Since he’s among the best of your employees, he’d be... View Article

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5 Ways Text Interviews Will Surprise You ◄

Recruiters are at a disadvantage in today’s hyper-connected society. There are several barriers that run the risk of impeding talent acquisition, including a negative candidate experience, ineffective employment branding, drawn-out recruiting processes, and the inability to reach a busy, on-the-go workforce. Given the high pressure of acquiring top talent in today’s competitive job market, recruiters... View Article

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