Preparing for a job interview the right way is critical. It’s the difference between a nice conversation and a new job offer. If you are prepping for an interview, please keep in mind the 5 factors listed below: Understand the format Each different interview type will require you to prepare differently. There are a… read more
Employers with a part-time workforce sometimes have questions about how federal, state, and local employment laws apply to their part-time employees. Below we answer common questions about part-time employees. Background: Q: How many hours are considered full-time, and how many hours are considered part-time? A: The definitions of full-time and part-time can vary depending on law… read more
James Kane, a psychologist, has a deep understanding of what motivates people, particularly when it comes to loyalty. He captivated the audience at this year’s Argentum Conference when discussing how you can make anyone loyal to you, your organization, or your cause. By synthesizing the latest research in neurology, anthropology, behavioral psychology, and 100,000 years… read more
The leading issue with long-term care facilities is staff retention, and with this growing issue, analysts and the federal government are investigating the leading causes of this problem. Employee Dissatisfaction: Common system and environmental issues. Insufficiencies in benefits and pay: Caregivers believe their hard work is not being reciprocated in compensation. Poor staffing: According to… read more
You’ve probably already got high performers whose talents you could be developing more than you are. Here’s how to identify them. High turnover is bad for morale, it’s expensive, and it can sink the performance of even your most loyal employees. But it’s become something of a new normal, and companies are struggling to… read more
The juxtaposition of leadership has always fascinated me as leadership is both the problem and the solution to many of the issues we face today. While on one hand leaders are the root cause for many challenges today, on the flip side they’re also the answer. It’s easy to blame leaders at the top and… read more
When you have received an offer of employment which you are inclined to accept, you must consider very carefully whether it really solves your problem and offers you the opportunity you are seeking before you resign from your current employment. If you choose to accept the offer and to resign from your current employment, you… read more
We’re heading into a holiday weekend, and most successful people have planned out (or at least thought about) what they’ll do over the next three days. “Successful people recognize how important it is to take advantage of a long weekend to refuel their passions and recharge their batteries,” says Michael Kerr, an international business speakerand author… read more
When it comes to leadership, you can’t lead others–effectively–until you know how to lead yourself. I was recently asked during a pre-interview what I learned about leadership after serving 13 years in the military, and I told the interviewer that I had to think about it because, quite honestly, I didn’t even know where to begin… read more
How would you describe a strong leader? In one study, leadership qualities such as assertiveness, adaptability, intelligence and conscientiousness were cited as the most important. “Research clearly shows that transformational leaders – leaders who are positive, inspiring, and who empower and develop followers – are better leaders,” explains psychologist and leadership expert Ronald E. Riggio…. read more