HR Policy: A Practical Approach to “Dress for Success”

  “All things in moderation” is great advice – especially when it comes to certain aspects of your HR policy. Dress code is a perfect example. If, for example, you work for a professional accounting firm, you probably operate in a relatively conservative environment. As a result, HR may enforce a comprehensive (and fairly restrictive) […]

6 Ways to Boost Morale and Ignite Employees’ Passion for Work

It’s time to start a fire. No, we’re not suggesting you light a match – we’re talking about igniting your employees’ passion for their jobs! Offering fair wages and benefits is a great way to start; but quite honestly, money isn’t everything. In fact, things like recognizing employees’ contributions and providing opportunities for development can […]

Improve Job Satisfaction and Productivity by Playing to Each Employee’s Strengths

“The real difference between success and failure in a corporation can be very often traced to the question of how well the organization brings out the great energies and talents of its people.” –Thomas J. Watson, Jr., businessman, political figure and philanthropist Your Middle Tennessee company may do a great job hiring talented people. But […]

If You’re Searching for a Job Online, Avoid These Common Pitfalls

Searching for a job using the Internet definitely has its advantages.  You can: conduct your search from the comfort of your own home; actively look for a job while you’re still working; apply for jobs with just a click of the mouse. Still, the process is not without its potential pitfalls.  Privacy concerns and issues […]