The Importance of Workforce Development and Training to Attract and Retain Employees

Many businesses struggle to attract and retain employees. High turnover rates and a competitive job market equal lost talent, increased costs, and disrupted workflows. But with the right steps, you can create a workplace that encourages current employees to stay loyal to your company and make it an attractive choice for top talent. Along with […]

The Importance of Employee Performance Reviews

Did you know regular performance reviews play a significant role in helping employees reach their full potential? Positive employee feedback celebrates achievements and encourages workers to keep up the excellent work. Constructive feedback, on the other hand, highlights areas for growth, so employees can understand where they need to improve. But performance reviews aren’t just […]

How Innovative Employee Recognition Programs and Incentives Increase Retention

Did you know that a growing number of job seekers are looking for organizations that value their achievements and hard work? As an employer looking to attract and retain top talent, it’s important to develop an inviting work environment that adapts to the needs of today’s employees. A key strategy to help with this is […]

How Does Your Interview Process Compare to High-Performing Companies?

Job seekers today are much more selective about where they choose to work than they used to be. In fact, 49% of US job candidates have turned down job offers because they didn’t like how the hiring process was handled. There are a few reasons a bad hiring process scares candidates away. It might be […]

Workforce Decisions: Do You Need a Gig Economy Worker or a W2 Employee?

From salaried employees and traditional workers to freelancers and digital nomads – the definition of work has changed, and the modern workforce is as diverse as ever. As a leader, choosing between hiring a W2 employee and a gig economy worker can be challenging.  It’s important to think about the specific needs and nature of […]

Guide to Building an Agile Workforce for Improved Performance

From new technologies to unexpected events like the COVID-19 pandemic, things are always changing in the modern workplace. Now, the question is, how can your company deal with all these changes in a smart way? Well, it’s actually pretty simple: put your resources into your most valuable asset—your employees. The trick here is to create […]

A Complete Guide to Developing an Internship Program as a Small Business

These days, finding and keeping great employees is one of the biggest challenges for business owners. Whether you do it yourself or hire staffing agencies or recruiters to help, hiring can cost your business a lot of time and money. One popular solution to recruitment issues for small businesses – internship programs. But why is […]

Empowering Your Team: Using a Strong Employee Compensation Package as a Retention Tool

Metlife’s 2022 Employee Benefits Trends Study has delivered a crystal-clear message: benefits are more crucial than ever for employees. In particular, mental and social health benefits have become extremely important. Employees now look to their employers for increased support in these areas. But why are we witnessing this huge shift in employee demand for these […]