5 Essential Rules of First Aid

Now more than ever safety is on the news and in social media. Staying safe is top-of-mind, not only at home and in schools but work too. To put best practices into play at your place of employment, here are five essential rules when it comes to first aid: Rule #1: Yell for help. Whether… Read More »

As a Manager, You Should Be Documenting Everything

Problems arise every day in your workforce. There’s employee conflict, disgruntled people, issues with how customers are treated, and more. It’s a lot to deal with and can have a huge impact on your company. To minimize the risks, it’s important to document all of it. While this certainly takes time and effort, it will… Read More »

Maneuvering Your Job Search Through COVID-19

Right now times are very uncertain, very stressful and even a bit frightening. The COVID-19 outbreak has not only caused a health crisis but an economic crisis, as well. In a matter of days, millions of people found themselves suddenly out of work. Millions more are weeks or even days away from losing their jobs,… Read More »

Question Time: What Do You Consider to Be Your Weakness?

Every candidate has weaknesses. But the hiring process is all about putting your best foot forward. How can you be honest when asked about them in a way that won’t sabotage the offer? You might think answering with the old “I’m a perfectionist” is the way to go. Or stating that “I have really high… Read More »

Benefits of Maintaining Strong Communication With Your Candidates Through A Crisis

Communicating with your candidates is always important, but maintaining strong communication with them during a crisis can set you apart from your competitors. Thanks to COVID-19, our economy came to a grinding halt in March, and businesses are facing unique challenges. On one hand, millions of businesses were deemed “non-essential” and were forced to close… Read More »

Simple Tactics to Decide if a Candidate is the Right Fit

Hiring employees is a regular part of your job. However, it’s always a challenge because there’s so much on the line. One wrong move can lead to a big mistake that will cost your company. So how can you ensure a candidate is the right fit ahead of time? Future Force can help. As one… Read More »

Networking Tips for Your Next Job Fair

Career fairs can put you in front of a range of potential employers and give you a great opportunity to find your next position. But when it comes to working the room and networking with different company representatives, what’s the best way to approach it all? Here are some tips that will help you stand… Read More »

Boost Morale & Productivity All at Once

As a manager, there’s a lot to get done in a day, all with an eye focused on productivity. You need to hit certain numbers and attain goals to maintain or even surpass an optimal level. But what about company morale? Have you ever thought about how that plays a part in productivity and can… Read More »

Question Time: Why Should We Hire You?

The interview experience is a stressful one for candidates. Not only do you have to appear polished and professional, but you have to persuade the hiring manager you’re the obvious choice. So when they ask questions about why they should hire you, how do you respond? Here are some tips to help you ace your… Read More »

3 Retention Strategies to Start Implementing

Retaining your best employees is critically important to your company. Not only can high turnover impact morale, but also profits. On top of that, the cost to replace workers is especially steep since unemployment is so low. The stakes, therefore, are high. The good news is that you can plan ahead to retain your employees.… Read More »

Here’s What It Takes to be a Grocery Merchandiser

So you want to be a grocery merchandiser? Or perhaps you’ve heard it’s a good career, but aren’t really ensure what it entails. You’ll need more than a positive attitude and a strong work ethic. Merchandisers are essentially responsible for the products you see in stores from the point when they’re delivered until they’re sold… Read More »

4 Signs You’ve Hired the Right Candidate

When it comes to your final hiring decision, it doesn’t always work out. In some cases, the candidate you ultimately chose didn’t fit with the culture, the role, or some other aspect of the opportunity. The good news is that in most instances, a new hire hits the ground running and can become a positive… Read More »

Question Time: How Do You Deal With Pressure or Stressful Situations?

You know there are a litany of common interview questions to prepare for. But when it comes to talking about a stressful or pressure-filled situation, the example you highlight needs to end well. In order to do that, you can’t simply wing it. You have to take a few steps first, so that you have… Read More »

Workplace Conflict? Here’s How to Mediate

When it comes to managing your team, conflict is inevitable. With so many diverse personalities and different pressures throughout the day, it’s easy for tension to arise. When this happens, it’s important to mediate as soon as possible, so it doesn’t take root and spread on your team, impacting its overall productivity and health. If… Read More »

Question Time: Tell Me About a Time You Went Above & Beyond For a Job

In a previous post, we discussed 6 of the Most Common Interview Questions & How to Answer Them. While there are endless other ones to consider and potentially prepare for, another common one that can often get asked is to “tell me about a time you went above and beyond for a job.” Hiring managers… Read More »