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Key Components of an Onboarding Plan

Last Updated April 14th, 2022
in Training & Development Question of the Week

Take the time to develop a solid onboarding process and provide a great foundation for your new employees with your company.

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What’s the Most Effective Way to Use Panel Interviews?

Last Updated April 14th, 2022
in Recruitment Question of the Week

Panel interviews, when planned properly, allow interviewers to get a broader picture of the candidate and their experience while saving time.

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Why Employee Retention is More Important Now Than Ever

Last Updated April 7th, 2022
in Employee Relations Question of the Week

In the post-pandemic "war for talent," employers need to focus on employee retention to survive. Here are strategies to keep your talent.

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Hiring Ex-Sex Offenders

Last Updated April 6th, 2022
in Recruitment Question of the Week

I am open to hiring someone with a past record as a sex offender. What do I need to think about before hiring them?

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Strategies for Managing Change in Your Organization

Last Updated April 5th, 2022
in HR Strategy Question of the Week

When managing change in your organization, it can be a bumpy road. Consider these tools to make it a smooth transition for your team.

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H-1B Termination

Last Updated March 11th, 2022
in HR Compliance Question of the Week

We'll address what an employer's obligation is when terminating an H-1B employee. Make sure you know before you take action!

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How Long Should Training Programs Be?

Last Updated March 9th, 2022
in Training & Development Question of the Week

My manager has asked me to pull together training for our customer service department on phone skills. How long should I make the training?

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