If you have big ambitions for your startup, eventually you’re going to have so much to do that you can’t do it all yourself. When that day comes, it’s time to hire employee #1.
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Why Employees Leave – And How to Keep Them
Unemployment may be high, but top employees are still in demand, so it’s a good idea to look for signs that an employee may be thinking of leaving while you can still do something about it.
Hiring in the Digital Age
Resumes and references may still be around, but social media and the current managerial obsession with data are completely changing the hiring process.
How to Hire Top Performing Employees
Only one in four hires turns out to be a top performer, so how can you tilt the odds in your favor?
‘Zombies’ Are Costing Your Business
A staffing firm adds up the cost of “zombie hires” and comes up with a number that’s nearly as terrifying as the walking dead. Luckily, it also offers three ways to protect your business from the threat
Poor Hiring Practices Can Hurt Your Company’s Reputation
A company’s reputation factors pretty high into job hunting considerations, according to new research from CareerBuilder.
Write a Job Description that Attracts — Not Repels — Candidates
Employers often complain that they are unable to fill open jobs. But many are looking for such a narrow set of competencies that no candidate could possibly measure up. Exhaustive job descriptions deter solid prospects who worry they don’t fit the overly specific (or ambitious) criteria.
