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Successful Entrepreneurs Define Entrepreneurship

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Successful Entrepreneurs Define Entrepreneurship

We all know the commonplace definition of an entrepreneur is one who starts his/her own business, but what about the character traits behind those who become successful entrepreneurs? You’re in luck—20 entrepreneurs share what they think makes a successful entrepreneur.…

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We all know the commonplace definition of an entrepreneur is one who starts his/her own business, but what about the character traits behind those who become successful entrepreneurs? You’re in luck—20 entrepreneurs share what they think makes a successful entrepreneur. One popular trait shared by many entrepreneurs is the desire to blaze new trails and … Read more

Avoid These Ineffective Job Search Methods

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Avoid These Ineffective Job Search Methods

There are a number of ways to approach the task of job searching. Some require more time and effort than others, but not all of them are effective enough to pursue. These job search methods should be avoided so you…

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There are a number of ways to approach the task of job searching. Some require more time and effort than others, but not all of them are effective enough to pursue. These job search methods should be avoided so you can focus your time on ways that will really land you the job you deserve. … Read more

How 4 Major Companies are Retaining Employees

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How 4 Major Companies are Retaining Employees

Sometimes it can be frustrating to deal with employee retention problems—even when you make retention efforts—only to see other companies accomplishing it with apparent ease. Your company may not be as big as theirs, but it doesn’t mean you can’t…

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Sometimes it can be frustrating to deal with employee retention problems—even when you make retention efforts—only to see other companies accomplishing it with apparent ease. Your company may not be as big as theirs, but it doesn’t mean you can’t use their same tactics to achieve the same results. Netflix, Whole Foods, Clif Bar & … Read more

Alternative Ways to Reduce Employee Turnover

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Alternative Ways to Reduce Employee Turnover

If you were to do a quick Google search of ‘how to reduce employee turnover,’ most articles you would find may have the tip “hire the right people” as their first bullet point. That is definitely important of course, but…

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If you were to do a quick Google search of ‘how to reduce employee turnover,’ most articles you would find may have the tip “hire the right people” as their first bullet point. That is definitely important of course, but even when you have the right people it is crucial that you make the necessary … Read more

Don’t Fall Victim to These Employee

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Don’t Fall Victim to These Employee

Everyone likes being appreciated or recognized for their accomplishments—so how can there be negatives to employee appreciation? Don’t let the phrasing mislead you; it’s more about employee appreciation challenges that, when not addressed correctly, can have negative effects. So what…

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Everyone likes being appreciated or recognized for their accomplishments—so how can there be negatives to employee appreciation? Don’t let the phrasing mislead you; it’s more about employee appreciation challenges that, when not addressed correctly, can have negative effects. So what are these challenges, how can you avoid them, and what can you do differently? It … Read more

Employee Productivity Strategies That Will Also Boost Engagement

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Employee Productivity Strategies That Will Also Boost Engagement

Did you know that employees who exercise their strengths daily are 8 percent more productive and 6 times more likely to be engaged than those who don’t? Or that work overload can reduce productivity by 68 percent when employees feel…

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Did you know that employees who exercise their strengths daily are 8 percent more productive and 6 times more likely to be engaged than those who don’t? Or that work overload can reduce productivity by 68 percent when employees feel they don’t have enough time in the day to complete their tasks? Productivity is the … Read more

What Makes Management Assessments so Effective?

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What Makes Management Assessments so Effective?

Recent studies have found that 76 percent of organizations with over 100 employees rely on assessment tools for external hiring. That number is expected to jump to 88 percent within the next few years. The studies show that assessments are…

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Recent studies have found that 76 percent of organizations with over 100 employees rely on assessment tools for external hiring. That number is expected to jump to 88 percent within the next few years. The studies show that assessments are relied upon more heavily for higher seniority roles. Estimates suggest that 72 percent of middle … Read more

What Happens When You Invest in Management Training

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What Happens When You Invest in Management Training

Training is just as important of a task for managers as it is for employees. Whether you are a brand new manager or one with years of experience, management training is a must. People have a tendency to view it…

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Training is just as important of a task for managers as it is for employees. Whether you are a brand new manager or one with years of experience, management training is a must. People have a tendency to view it as “How to Be a Manager 101,” and although it does serve that purpose, the … Read more

Do’s and Don’ts of Employee Onboarding

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Do’s and Don’ts of Employee Onboarding

Onboarding is the logical next step after hiring a new employee. That new hire can be the ideal candidate for the job, but if the onboarding process goes south—or doesn’t happen at all—there’s a chance that it’ll have a strongly…

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Onboarding is the logical next step after hiring a new employee. That new hire can be the ideal candidate for the job, but if the onboarding process goes south—or doesn’t happen at all—there’s a chance that it’ll have a strongly negative effect on the new employee’s overall fit within the company. Although there are numerous … Read more