Businesses now spend more money on hiring than ever before, as many rely on outsourcing to third-party recruiting firms. The question managers face is: how can the hiring process improve to deliver the best talent? Here’s a look at ways to refine the process.
Entreprenuers have plenty to deal with and get in place when launching a start-up. Some struggle to ever break free of the initial launch beyond the home office space. Oddly enough, many start-ups end up occupying multiple spaces during the early stage of their launch. In some cases, failing to find a home for your business can also lead to you not landing funding for your business launch and expansion.
With the emergence of the pandemic and its protocols for social distancing and other measures, meetings have taken on new life in the form of virtual video meetings. Whether hosting for planning purposes or simply team calibration, here is a list of pointers for running more effective virtual meetings.
As a small business owner, you are the chief cook and bottle washer of your business operations.
Every business needs a cybersecurity checklist for 2021 because data protection has become more important than ever before. The rise of remote work has led to more business data being accessed by personal computing devices, which raises privacy concerns. Here are some important points to include on your checklist to ensure your data is safe.
The coronavirus pandemic brought along several changes in personal and professional lifestyles. Individuals and companies had to adjust to quarantine and isolation measures to contain the virus. The transition from working from offices to remote work or telecommuting is probably one of the significant changes. Pre-COVID, most companies resisted such work models, assuming it will harm company culture and affect productivity.
A survey published by Reuters in 2009 stated that four out of five employees working in the U.S. were dissatisfied with their performance evaluations. Polled workers say they dread them, and many employers feel the same.
Discussing politics is a popular pastime with many Americans, especially on social media. At one time “political science” was considered an intellectual pursuit, but this century it’s become much more emotional. Here are ideas for managers to consider for keeping political conversations under control at the office.
Every employer should be concerned about the mental well-being of their employees, especially during the pandemic. Studies indicate a high level of stress and anxiety in the workplace, according to the American Institute of Stress. Here are measures your company can take to promote a positive experience for your remote workers.
The pandemic has dramatically changed many aspects of our lives this year; the ways we now work, travel, shop, and engage with others can seem unrecognizable compared to just a few months ago.