What’s new in employment reference checks
When it comes to professional references, we usually have a planned list of references whom we trust to attest our employment claims.... But what if a potential employer doesn't ask you for reference list? In a recent discussion with some of my friends who work in corporate recruitment, I discovered some interesting trends in hiring practices now days.... Continue Reading →
Using social media to share employment concerns
I am starting a new category on my site with this post. These posts, categorized "Workplace Encounters", will be based on real time workplace encounters. It’s the time of the year when you are feeling most productive and committed, the appraisal time. The very thought of what your appraisal rating holds is exciting you. And then... Continue Reading →
Improve your performance- Workplace tips
Very often, we are faced with the challenge of Work vs Performance. While to work is a routine, to perform is a quality. From academics to professional life, performers are looked upon as the most effective and productive breed. Although each one of us thrives to perform, we are often let down by our own... Continue Reading →
Book Review – Managing Employee Turnover: Myths to Dispel and Strategies for Effective Management
I am fond of reading and usually don’t miss to read a book that has good reader ratings. One of my recent read is - Managing Employee Turnover: Myths to Dispel and Strategies for Effective Management- by David Allen, Phillip C. Bryant . Employee turnover and attrition is a concern of every HR professional and despite the best... Continue Reading →
Tips to build positive workplace reputation.
I am restating a fact with this post that - workplace reputation is critical for career development and succession planning. Whether it’s a new job or the on-going one, there is always a scope to build and improve reputation at your workplace. Though we all pay attention to the workplace etiquette, here are some tips that... Continue Reading →
Improve your Motivational Quotient (MQ) to achieve success
Employee Motivation is a well read and discussed subject. A motivated workforce is highly critical for an organization’s success: higher the motivation, better the performance. Realizing this fact, organizations are designing newer ways to keep their employees motivated. Despite the efforts, not all employees perform their best. Why?...It is because of the difference in their... Continue Reading →
Social media Do’s and Don’ts
The impact of Social media on our professional life is no more a secret. More than just networking , these social media sites have become an active place for conducting hiring and recruiting initiatives. Why employers prefer to hire candidates from social media sites is clear from the fact that these sites highlight not just... Continue Reading →
Emotional Security at work
One of the basic needs of human being is Emotional Security. An emotionally secure environment helps to develop confidence, commitment and capabilities in an individual. This holds true for work environment as well. Employees feel motivated and committed in a work environment that provides them Emotional Security and comfort. Often, it is observed that employees... Continue Reading →
Cultural Intelligence and HR
Every one of us understands the importance Cultural Intelligence to survive and succeed in the increasingly diverse business environment of today. Working with clients, customers, partners and colleagues across culture require a high level of Cultural Intelligence, also known as Cultural Quotient (CQ). Cultural Intelligence is the capacity to work effectively with groups of people from... Continue Reading →
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