How to: Migrating Google+ Accounts to Your Work Email
This past June Google+ announced that you now had the ability to merge your G+ accounts. This became extremely helpful for those that use G+ for business purposes, but started their account using their personal email address. I can’t tell you the amount of Google Hangout Invites I have received with some random personal email […]
Why You Do Personality Tests During the Interview & Hiring Process
In addition to the job interview, some employers (whether they’re big names such as business executive Charles Phillips Oracle or new entrepreneurs) are now requiring personality tests, IQ tests, and EQ tests before making a hiring decision. While it may seem like a formality, it’s not unheard of to be turned down based on the […]
Setting Goals Beyond the Performance Appraisal
What motivates you on the job? The promise of more money and a nice title seem like the most logical choice to me. Is there supposed to be another answer? Most of us approach life from the attitude WIIFM – What’s In It For Me? …and then we decide how much effort we’re going to put […]
Do All Resumes Include Lies? Learning to Detect the Lies.
A 2011 study by the Society of Human Resources shows that 53% of all job applicants lie on their resumes and another study reports that at least 80% of all applicants are misleading. Stretching the truth When it comes to resumes most candidates won’t flat out lie on their resume, but they’ll stretch the truth […]
Don’t be All Work and No Play – Liven Up Your Workplace
All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. Well guess what, it might also make for a dull workplace, and you, a dull manager. I take no shame in admitting I’m writing a blog post inspired by “The Shining.” Don’t hate, just thank all the Halloween horror flix on every channel and instant viewing […]
How I Deal with Spam & Other Inefficiencies of Electronic Technology
Learn more about mobile technology trends for HR & recruiting by joining our webinar 11/21 at 11 AM EST. Register here. Sometimes technology really bites. I felt that way today when my iPhone was at 17% charge and completely shut down during a very important work call. Technology, particularly my mobile phone, tablet and laptop […]
