By Mel Kleiman The single most important person that an employee manages is themselves. If they can’t manage themselves, then we hired the wrong person. … Read more
When you make the final hire/don’t hire decision, there are four (4) important things to consider: The results of testing should count for 30 percent; The … Read more
When it comes to checking job applicant references, you might reasonably think that a great reference means you’ll be getting a great employee. You might … Read more
Editor’s note: Sometimes, readers ask about past TLNT articles that they have heard about but may have missed. That’s why every Friday we’re republishing a … Read more
The percentage of hiring managers who say the following applicant behaviors/characteristics would be a “major problem or deal breaker” during the … Read more
If you want to hire the best, you have to go after the best because, on average, only about 17 percent of the workforce is actively looking for a job (and … Read more
A back issue of the Harvard Business Review describes how the U.S. Marine Corps – which hires a lot of young, unskilled, and sometimes troubled youth – … Read more
Some of these things cost no money at all, just a little time and effort. Open and frequent communications to build trust (never lie or color the truth). … Read more
When was the last time you had someone evaluate your interviewing process? It’s the best way to improve your skills and make better hiring decisions … Read more
There was a restaurant with a large clock on an inside wall that faced out toward the sidewalk. The restaurant owner noticed that every morning an older … Read more