5 Challenges of Scaling a Business
With growth plans on the horizon, you need effective expansion strategies to avoid challenges that can disrupt the process. Scaling a business is a pivotal and often daunting task, filled with obstacles that can impede progress. Here, we share five common challenges of scaling a business, along with practical tips and strategies to navigate and […]
5 Things You Need to Know About Behavior-based Hiring
Behavior-based hiring is an approach to recruitment that shifts the focus from credentials and experience to how a candidate behaves in certain situations. This method can uncover how potential employees might react to the real-life scenarios they’ll encounter in your workplace. Here are five essential insights into this hiring strategy: 1. It’s Rooted in Past […]
Cross-Training Staff: What You Need to Know
Cross-training staff is one of the best ways to retain top talent and keep your business scalable. By investing in a comprehensive cross-training program, your business will likely be better positioned to adapt to market changes, cover absences or vacancies, and cultivate a culture of continuous learning and job satisfaction. Let’s look at everything you […]
The Pitfalls of Relying on AI for Your HR Needs
As the digital age marches forward, businesses are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline operations and make smarter decisions. Nowhere is this shift more evident than in the realm of human resources. From automated resume screenings to chatbots that handle employee inquiries, AI in HR promises efficiency and accuracy. However, like all technology, […]
What Exactly is Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion?
Many business owners struggle with the concept of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. As closely related ideals, it can be hard to understand how the three differ and work together. Here we explore DEI to help you create a more supportive company culture. Values: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion DEI are values organizations […]
How to Recognize the Value of Skilled Credentials in the Workplace
Skilled credentials are becoming more critical in the workplace. These industry and role-specific skills allow new hires to step into their jobs quickly. They come in different forms, such as micro-credentials, digital badges, and industry-recognized certificates. Because these credentials focus on specific areas, they prepare workers to perform their roles more effectively. It also provides […]
How to Have Difficult Workplace Conversations
Difficult work conversations are necessary to provide feedback and address behavior that negatively impacts the business. They are the conversations most business owners dread and that employees tend to take personally. However, there are ways to share developmental feedback productively to help employees grow. Read on, as we share tips for tackling those tough topics […]
Key Components of a Change Management Plan
A change management plan is designed to minimize disruption as a business modifies goals, processes, and/or technologies. Change management includes the juggling of many invisible changes with visible reactions across the business front. The more complex the project, the more planning your business requires. More often than not, a lack of planning for change results […]
How Outsourced HR Can Fix the Disconnect in Your Company
A disconnect within a company can lead to an uninspired workforce, impede productivity, and negatively impact the overall health of the organization. Fortunately, an effective solution to bridge this gap lies in outsourced HR. This blog post will illuminate how leveraging external HR expertise can mend the disconnect, fostering a healthier, more unified, and ultimately […]
Who’s Taking Over? 5 Benefits of Succession Planning
Succession planning is a touchy but necessary step in any business plan. It provides a buffer to streamline company change and leadership transition. Choosing the right leaders for a business takes time and consideration. Putting tools and procedures in place to help the process along ensures business continuity. In today’s blog post, we outline 5 […]