Social media continues to take an increasingly mainstream role in the hiring and retention of top talent. Not surprisingly, it’s a key aspect of strategy used by best-in-class employers as they enhance their brands and employee value propositions. In fact, the leveraging of social media platforms is fundamentally changing the way we work. As the… Read more »
Monthly Archives: June 2014
Suffering from Attrition? Put an End to this Problem
Every year, nearly 25 percent of the working population undergoes a job transition. This includes 50 percent of hourly workers who leave their jobs within the first four months and 50 percent of senior hires who make a job change within 18 months. The Society for Human Resources Professionals (SHRM) estimates that the current attrition… Read more »
How the Hiring Process Impacts a Candidate’s Decision
Top-performing job candidates have their choice of positions – and their experience during the hiring process can be a deal breaker as they make their final decision. Candidates who have a positive experience hit the ground running and tend to have a strong sense of loyalty to their new organization. Those who are not hired… Read more »
OSHA Update: Machine Guarding in the Workplace
In the industrial machinery industry, machine guarding is a barrier placed on machinery to prevent operators from reaching into moving parts and lowers the chance of injury. Specifically, machine guards protect against: Flying chips or debris Kickbacks Direct contact with moving parts Splashing of metal or harmful liquids Mechanical and electrical failures Potential human errors… Read more »