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Recruiting Etiquette
Last Updatedin Recruitment
Question: This is supposed to be a tough job market with too many job seekers and not enough jobs. I would think job seekers would be extra careful about their business etiquette. But I’ve called and emailed would-be candidates to the point of “stalking” with no response – how many times should I try before […]
Are Social Media Background Checks Legal?
Last Updatedin Recruitment
Question: Should my company conduct social media background checks as part of our recruitment process? Answer: When a hiring team considers using social media background checks on potential candidates, they should first assess the risk of performing these checks and proceed with caution. Social media profiles often include information such as: Age, Race, Gender, National […]
What To Do If a Background Check Results in a Rejection of Hire
Last Updatedin Recruitment
HR Question: What steps need to be taken after I reject an applicant based on the results of a background check? What are pre-adverse and adverse action notices? When do I need to send them? HR Answer: When considering the addition of a new employee to your team, background checks are an essential final screening […]
Could Sabbaticals Be Your Next Retention Tool?
Last Updatedin Benefits & Compensation, Employee Relations
HR Question: In today’s fast-paced and high-pressure market, it’s difficult to truly disconnect from work. We’ve been trying to find ways to give our team a break to avoid burnout, but sometimes a week of vacation just isn’t enough. Could sabbaticals be the newest tool in our retention toolbox? HR Answer: You’re not alone in […]
How Can You Teach a Manager to be a Good Listener?
Last Updatedin Communications
HR Question: I’ve received a couple of complaints about one of our managers because he is quick to jump to conclusions and doesn’t listen well to his team. I want to provide him with some coaching on active listening. Can you offer suggestions on how to teach him to be a good listener? HR Answer: […]
Dealing With Workplace Gossip
Last Updatedin Communications
Question: Our office struggles with workplace gossip. It tends to breed negativity between our employees and hurts our culture of teamwork. What tips do you have for dealing with employees who love to gossip and complain? Answer: Communication is always a good thing, right? Typically, the answer to this is a resounding, “Yes!” However, when […]
Succession Planning: How Can We Prepare for Exits of Key Employees?
Last Updatedin HR Strategy
HR Question: In light of The Great Resignation, I’ve been hearing more and more about the importance of succession planning should any of our key employees or leaders resign. How can our organization make sure we’re appropriately prepared for succession planning so we are well-positioned if we should lose any key players? HR Answer: The […]