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Just as you offer input to your employees, you should also ask for managerial feedback from them. It helps you to identify weaknesses, learn about concerns, and ultimately become a stronger leader. Here’s a look at a few more benefits it offers. Benefits of Managerial Feedback #1: Empowers employees When you ask employees for feedback,… Read More »
When you’re searching for a new job, you know you need a polished resume. But what about a cover letter? Do these still matter, or are they simply a waste of time? Do Cover Letters Still Matter? For hiring managers, cover letters still have value. They can help them learn more about a particular candidate… Read More »
It’s a New Year and a great time for new opportunities in your career. Whether you’d like to get promoted in your existing company, make a lateral move to a different department, or want a big change – and a new job – here are some resolutions to make. What Are 5 New Year Resolutions… Read More »
Discussing your background during an interview can feel awkward. However, it’s a must if you want to land the offer. How can you talk about your track record in a way that is authentic and effective? Here are some tips to help you. How Can You Talk About Your Job Experience In an Interview? Read… Read More »
During the holidays, you might have pressed the “pause” button on hiring. Now, with the start of a new year, it’s time to get back on track to fill gaps and vacancies. In a time with so much uncertainty and new challenges, how can you effectively hire the right person? Here are some tips to… Read More »
Looking for a new job? If you want to land your dream role, you have to stand out. If, however, you send in a generic resume and boilerplate resume, you’re not going to make a memorable impression. To help you get noticed – and get a call for an interview – here are some tips… Read More »
Being a manager doesn’t automatically translate into being a leader. Managing is a task, while leadership is a combination of positive values, a clear vision, good communication skills, and understanding your team’s dynamics, so you know how to motivate each individual. Anyone can be a manager, yet being a good leader is more challenging. So… Read More »
Having a hard time hiring? There is one solution that can help you fill vacancies and temporary gaps with great performers – fast. It’s with your existing talent pool. When you were hired in the past, you undoubtedly came across strong candidates who just weren’t quite right for the particular role. Now’s the time to… Read More »
Have an opportunity to work the night shift? At first, you might automatically think it’s not for you. However, this shift actually offers a range of valuable benefits you might not think about to offset working during less-than-ideal hours. For instance, you can: Why The Night Shift Might Be Right For You Get paid more.… Read More »
Growing a business requires more than hard work, but also creativity and innovation. It’s the end of the year, though, and with it can come burnout and fatigue. How can you go about sparking creativity among your team now and in the new year, so new ideas can blossom? Here are a few simple ways.… Read More »
Working in manufacturing can often mean being on your feet all day, performing physically demanding tasks. Those in industrial fields should pay extra attention to their health and work to maintain good habits. How can you do that in the workplace? Here are 7 tips. How Can You Stay Healthy in the Workplace? #1: Alert… Read More »
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed how many companies operate, and employees work. However, when it comes to light industrial, you often need all hands on deck to get the job done. Yet, with health and wellness – and work-life balance – at the forefront of many manager’s minds, is there a way to make flexibility… Read More »
When going to work is a headache every day, not once in a while, it might be time for a switch. However, before you hand in your notice, there are a few things to consider. Don’t make any major, life-changing choices without thinking about the following first. What Should You Consider Before Switching Jobs? Is… Read More »
Offering the best products or services doesn’t matter much if you don’t have a strong team standing behind it all. It’s why team building is critical. Not only does it affect customer service, but also retention too. Many times, workers leave companies for greener pastures when they don’t feel like part of the team. Instead,… Read More »
If you have the flu or break a bone, you call in sick. What happens if you’re anxious and depressed? Mental health issues are becoming more and more prevalent in today’s cultural conversations, and they are something you should address if you’re struggling, especially if you work in a light industrial job. In fact, in… Read More »