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It is a good time to start thinking about strategic HR plan for next year, and that plan should include updates to your employee handbook. With policies and procedures mapped out, your business will have an advantage in navigating employees returning to work or continuing hybrid work, cyber policies, and health and safety guidelines. PoliciesRead more

Now more than ever, employers are working with recruiters to navigate the disruptions in the workforce, and recruiters are providing a distinct skill set to help companies win top talent. When Your Team Returns to The Office and Works Remotely Throughout the outbreak, most workers opted to shelter in place, to stay put instead ofRead more

“Breaking the ice during job interviews without breaking the law is tougher than it sounds. Personal questions at job interviews are risky, legal experts say; they recommend interviewers stick to job-related inquiries, which are a safer way to build rapport.“ “Casey recommended building rapport with applicants through job-related questions, such as: work experiences, companies workedRead more

With the economy reopening and businesses trying to fill open positions, recruiting and talent acquisition are the hot topics for the tough competition seen by companies looking to hire. We’ve gathered a few articles from the industry to highlight the current hiring issues today. Businesses Desperate to Hire As Demand Rises May 14, 2021 JayRead more

Over the last year, the pandemic has uniquely changed the way that many of us work, and one of the recurring themes we hear from business owners and company leadership is the challenges of hiring in today’s work environment. Now more than ever, working with an external recruitment service is critical for companies looking toRead more

Are you thinking about starting a formal succession plan in your business? We know that busy business owners would rather visit customers and focus on business operations or anything else before turning time and attention to succession planning.  If this sounds like you, here is some advice from Excelerant Partner Jennifer Adcock, MS, CSP (Certified Succession Planner), SPHR (Senior Professional inRead more