Asking your job candidates salary history questions during the interview process? You’ll want to read this post. A few years ago, Massachusetts paved the way for banning employers from asking candidates about their salary history. Since then, other states and major cities have begun prohibiting salary questions during the interview process – and even more… Read more »
Employees can be rude. Thoughtless. Boorish. But there’s a difference between grinch-like behavior and workplace harassment. And while there are no laws against acting like a jerk on the job, your employees have the right to work in an environment that’s productive and respectful. The problem is, many Middle Tennessee employers struggle to understand the… Read more »
These productivity tools will satisfy your APPetite! Apps have completely transformed the way we live and work. While some are purely for entertainment purposes (looking at you, Candy Crush), others can dramatically improve your individual and team productivity. If you’re hungry for ways to boost efficiency, facilitate better team collaboration and build momentum in your… Read more »
Happy employees -> a healthier bottom line. Research cited in this Fast Company article showed that happiness made workers 12% more productive. It makes sense. When people are feeling positive and engaged in their work, they naturally perform at their best. And fortunately, there’s a lot you can do as an employer to ensure your… Read more »
They may be called “soft,” but make no mistake: Regardless of your industry or job function, soft skills are critical to getting hired – and succeeding once you’re on the job. Which soft skills do you need for your career? In this earlier post, we reviewed the soft skills commonly required for job success: Communication… Read more »
Daylight saving time ends this Sunday. What are you going to do with that extra hour? If you’re like most of us in Middle Tennessee, you’d love to devote your found hour to shuteye. And if you use the tips in today’s post, you’ll be so efficient that you’ll be able to enjoy some extra… Read more »
Too gruesome? Too exposed? Too controversial? Too uncomfortable? Halloween costumes can be a real nightmare if they’re over the top – especially when you’re wearing them to work. But with a little planning and effort, it’s easy to hit the right note. If you need inspiration for your work-appropriate Halloween costume, look no further! Our… Read more »
A tall stack of books. A wet floor. A burned out light bulb. A disorganized work station. What do they have in common? They all present potential workplace hazards. Keeping our employees safe while on assignment is a top priority for our Murfreesboro employment agency. So today, our staffing experts are sharing our top tips… Read more »
Work longer and harder and you’ll achieve more – right? Maybe…but maybe not. Hard work is important to success, but research suggests time off is just as important. Recent discoveries in neuroscience show that when your are resting, a part of your brain called the “default mode network” goes into overdrive. This part of the… Read more »
The way we get work done in Middle TN has changed – dramatically! Just a few decades ago, terms like “the gig economy” didn’t even exist. Today, individuals with alternative work arrangements represent a significant portion of our nation’s workforce. And that number is growing by the week. So, what’s the real story with the… Read more »
