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How do I determine if my event planner employee is exempt or non-exempt?

January 10, 2017

5 Tips for Improving Your Job Interview Skills

Did you know that a majority of interviewers form an opinion of a candidate -- either positive or negative -- within the first 10 minutes? To make sure you take advantage of these crucial first few minutes in your next job interview, be prepared from the get-go with these tips for making a great first impression.

December 27, 2016

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What should I do if a former employer refuses to provide a reference?

December 19, 2016

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Can you ask a candidate in an application if they have another job?

December 15, 2016

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Can a recruiter reject a candidate due to the candidate requiring relocation?

December 14, 2016

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7 Things the Most Respected Bosses Do Every Day

Not all bosses are created equal. Some are more respected and admired than others. And some will go down as one of the most horrible bosses their employees have ever had. If you want to be considered one of the former, start with these seven things the most respected bosses do every day.

November 29, 2016

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5 Tips for Recruiting Talent on Social Media (and 7 Tips for Minimizing Risk)

Employers use social media sites to search for candidates and create interest in openings by posting both job information and details about their organizations. If you are using social media to attract talent, here are a few tips for doing it right.

August 9, 2016

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The Real Reason Why Your Best Employees Keep Quitting

Employees leaving your company may give various reasons for resigning. While they may really need to take a job closer to where they live, decide to stay home with their children or want to change career paths entirely, these are often not the only reasons employees leave.

July 17, 2016

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Hiring for Biotechnology: What Early-Stage Companies Should Look for in Vendors and Consultants

In my previous post, I shared how important it is for biotechnology startups to hire exceptional employees who embody the three characteristics that help you create a synergistic team of professionals all working toward the same goal of growth and success for your company. I encourage entrepreneurs to strategically hire the best “fit” individuals, as they will become your most vital resources as you develop your business and work to overcome obstacles.

April 4, 2016

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Hiring for Biotechnology: 5 Characteristics Early-Stage Companies Should Look for in Employees

Without question, one critical success factor for all biotechnology companies is the ability to identify and retain a synergistic combination of internal and external team members, all working seamlessly toward the same goal. It is impossible to start and build a successful biotechnology company without the help of an exceptional and synergistic team of individuals. In this post, I will discuss the most important characteristics biotech entrepreneurs should seek in new employees.

February 3, 2016

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Do You Know Your Emotional Intelligence? It Can Define Your Career Success

Guest post by Structured GI Leadership

Emotions have no place in the workplace - or do they? We are all humans and emotions make us just that. Your emotional intelligence is, essentially, your ability to recognize and control your own emotions and emotional reactions. It means being in touch with how you’re feeling and the feelings of those around you, then using that awareness – as opposed to your emotional reactions - to guide your thoughts and behaviors.

In the workplace, your emotional intelligence determines how your employees will view you and respond to you. While many think of emotions as being inappropriate for the workplace, your emotional intelligence can actually define your career path. People will not follow those they cannot trust and people will not trust those whose emotional IQ they cannot read.