Handling Employee Retention in a Recession

Employee Retention and Recruiting Strategies

Talent Management is changing and forward-thinking companies must begin preparing for the changing job market.  Over the last several weeks, the news publications and news networks have begun reporting positive changes in the economic markets.  The Globe and Mail reported last week, that as the economy improves, we will see a “W” shaped recovery.   A W shaped recovery […]

New Twist on Employee Referrals

New Twist on Employee Referrals Programs

In the recruiting and talent retention industry, referrals are known as one of the most powerful corporate recruiting tools. Experts like Dr. John Sullivan have conducted research on hundreds of companies that utilize an effective employee referral system. His research has found that well-managed employee referral programs can produce a high volume of quality candidates who have a better […]

Me 2.0, Crucial Conversations, and Other Must Reads for Personal Brands

5 Books to Help Develop Job Search Stageties and Your Personal Brand

Brand Yourself as Part of Your Personal Marketing Plan As job seekers enter into the job search, research and preparation are the two most important and also overlooked job search strategies.  Eager candidates often dive into the super competitive world of resumes and personal branding without developing a proper personal marketing plan. Just like any […]

Food Network Is Winning at Succession Planning

Succession Plan Tips you can Learn from the Food Network

Who would have thought that basics of succession planning could be found while watching the Food Network? Food Network Is Winning at Succession Planning I am an avid Food Network fan, spending many hours watching my favorite chefs create exciting new food dishes. Recently, while watching the Food Network, I saw a commercial for The Next […]

Growing Your Business with Twitter

Using Twitter to Promote and Build your Brand

Growing Your Business with Twitter For those that take the time to learn and embrace Twitter, it is a great tool to promote your brand, build a wider network, and as a marketing and business tool allowing for companies and consultants to better understand and instantly poll their target customers and market segment.  The presentation […]