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Workforce Management During the COVID-19 Pandemic ◄

Although the economic effects of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) may still not be fully realized, businesses across North America are feeling the immediate crunch due to community regulations, social distancing, and government-mandated closures. For those remaining in operation, new challenges are coming to light. Filling the Talent Shortage Whether your business has transitioned to remote […]

Maintain a Healthy Workplace with COVID-19 Posters ◄

As the world continues to grapple with COVID-19, it is imperative for businesses to demonstrate effective communication to their employees. And for offices that remain open or operating with a limited staff, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has created 10 informational posters to help individuals stay informed and safe. Below are four […]

Leading by the Numbers: What Your Enneagram Says About You as a Leader (Type 6: The Loyalist) ◄

Leading by the Numbers is a nine-part series. Understanding your strengths and weaknesses as a leader is imperative to not only leading others, but also leading yourself effectively. But the make-up of great leaders doesn’t just lay in the balance of the pros and cons scale, it is the amalgamation of intricate character traits and […]

Infographic: The Case for Remote Work – Pros and Cons ◄

As a growing number of businesses decide to allow employees to work from home to reduce large gatherings during the COVID-19 pandemic, leaders across industries are tasked with the decision whether or not to follow suit. Understanding the pros and cons of telecommuting, flexible working spaces, and remote work is important before your company makes […]

87% of US Workers Agree Education Revolution is Needed to Prepare Students for Workforce ◄

With new jobs and industries emerging and constantly evolving in tandem with technology, nearly 9 in 10 employees (87%) say a whole new approach to education, skills training and learning, or an Education Revolution, is needed to better prepare people for the workforce. This is according to a newly released survey conducted by The Harris […]

ExpressTalks Spotlight: Simon Sinek ◄

See Simon Sinek at the ExpressTalks Celebrity Edition online leadership event Wednesday, April 22, 2020. Achieve Success by Thinking of Life and Business as an Infinite Game As the award-winning author of the leadership book The Infinite Game, Simon Sinek will share how to journey through an infinite mindset and unlock a new way to […]

The Power of Neutral ◄

A Motivational Message from Leadership Expert Jim Stovall We have a tendency to think of events or happenings in our lives as either good or bad. Although it’s difficult to do, this should be avoided whenever possible as it is a counterproductive habit. Think of all the events in your life that started out as a […]

TED Talk: Your Body Language May Shape Who You Are ◄

Through her years of research, Dr. Amy Cuddy has unlocked the power of prejudice and stereotyping, nonverbal behavior, the delicate balance of trustworthiness and strength, and the ways in which people can affect their own thoughts, feelings, performance, and psychological and physical well-being. In her TED Talk, “Your Body Language May Shape Who You Are,” […]

Leading in the Gap: Understanding What the Individual Needs to be Successful ◄

Feeling like a lone-wolf leader can be one of the most anxiety-inducing situations in which individuals can find themselves. But that is exactly what it feels like when you’re leading in the gap. From senior leadership expectations to generational differences to communication issues, being pulled from two separate directions, while simultaneously tasked to bring two […]

Question of the Month: How Many Meetings Do You Attend Weekly; Could They Be Replaced by Email? ◄

Communication is key for organizations to flourish, and one way professionals achieve this is through meetings and conference calls. However, thanks to technology, the need to have reoccurring meetings may be a thing of the past. So, we want to know how many meetings you attend weekly and whether or not they could be replaced […]

How to Transition Your Hiring Team to Virtual Interviews ◄

As a company leader, you’re challenged to make quick decisions to prevent panic and protect the physical and emotional well-being of your employees during a crisis. With a National State of Emergency in the United States and worldwide pandemic declared, you’re probably shifting your work approach in a communal effort to slow the spread of […]

5 Ways to Personally Connect With Candidates Using Video Interviews ◄

Candidates aren’t looking for just “any old” candidate experience. The majority are searching for companies that initiate personal connections right from the start of the hiring process. In fact, 61 percent of job seekers say meeting authentic and genuine people during the interview process is important to developing a feeling of positive connection or camaraderie, […]

Why You Need Data-Driven Recruiting In Your Hiring Process ◄

You may feel like you’ve tried everything to improve your hiring strategy. The issue is you cannot resolve underlying conflicts by addressing problems on the surface. You have to weed out the source from the infrastructure of your processes. To uncover problem areas, consider diving into the data behind your process. Data-driven recruiting tackles many […]

HR Habits to Leave Behind in the New Decade ◄

The HR scene is changing rapidly. With shifting workplace demographics and new technology, we must change the way that we think about HR. HR departments that follow principles from just a decade ago will surely fall behind. Below are five HR pitfalls that you can avoid in the new decade: Strict Work Environments More and […]

The Top 8 Ways Video Interview Platforms Boost Placements ◄

The demand for external talent sourcing never rests, which means neither do you. You continuously work to increase your numbers: the number of quality candidates in your talent pool, the number of clients you land, and, ultimately, the number of highly-qualified placements you make. Over the years, how you reach these growing goals and rise […]

7 Questions to Ask During Rapid Growth Hiring ◄

How a company responds to growth determines future success. Unfortunately, many leaders aren’t prepared to evolve with growth. Those who aren’t prepared, ultimately, downsize or fold. Just like leaders, hiring pros must ready themselves to innovate with the challenges rapid growth presents. Without proper assessment tools and strategies, you could potentially hire many ill-fitting candidates […]

5 Tips for Running a Successful HR Department ◄

A well-run human resource department helps you to operate your business efficiently. It is a vital part of any company, as it helps with settling disputes, recruiting, and training employees, making sure the company complies with labor laws. It also manages the organization’s relationship with employees, keeping records, and creating payrolls and benefits. Without the […]

What You Think You Know About Gen Z is Hurting Your Placement Process ◄

Each generation in the workforce requires a different approach to staffing. As the youngest generation in the workforce, Gen Z has no shortage of buzz right now. There’s talk about their work ethic and attitudes and how these factors impact the placement process. Often seen as job-hoppers and tech addicts, new research from Zapier revealed […]

4 Tricks to Stretch Your Hiring Budget and Secure Top Talent ◄

You work diligently to attract, hire, and retain top talent in spite of the restraints of your thin or exhausted hiring budget. And you’re not alone. Only 21 percent of hiring professionals in our How to Make the Most of Your Hiring Budget report say they are able to stay on budget. And to make […]

5 Weird Interview Questions that Actually Work ◄

One of the biggest problems interviewers face is that interviews are artificial. You are trying to get to know a candidate by asking them a series of predictable questions they can prepare in advance. Sometimes, it seems like all you learn about the candidate is how well they can memorize and deliver a script. No […]