Can’t Get Going in the Morning? Read this post!

The alarm just went off, and it’s still dark out. You drag yourself out of bed and stumble into the kitchen for that desperately needed cup of coffee. And while you should be getting yourself mentally prepped for your busy work day ahead, you can’t seem to shake that “mental fog” that’s hanging around you. […]

Want to Recruit Better Talent? Think like a marketer.

What do potential job applicants think when they encounter your job postings online: A: “WOW! This company is amazing. I really want this job – it sounds perfect!” B: “Huh. Looks like this company is hiring.” C: (yawn) “Anybody want to order pizza?” If it’s not response “A,” you need to read this post! Below […]

Boosting Productivity? It’s as easy as leaving your employees alone (sort of)

  Think holding employees’ feet to the proverbial fire will improve their productivity? It very well may, but we’ve found research to support a decidedly different approach to performance management: Sometimes employees work their best when you leave them alone. To clarify, we’re not suggesting you stop managing them entirely (that would backfire, for sure!). […]

Interviewing for Middle TN Jobs? Steer clear of interviewer’s top 4 pet peeves

  Want to really drive your interviewer nuts? Of course not – you want the job! But sometimes, qualified candidates unwittingly ruin their chances by making small mistakes that irritate the hiring manager. How can you avoid those missteps? Today, Wood Personnel shares 4 pet peeves that can drive interviewers nuts – so you’re sure […]

Hiring Administrative Personnel? Ask these essential questions

  Hiring clerical or administrative personnel? You’re faced with a tough task. While some employers believe that hiring administrative staff is a cinch, identifying candidates who have the “whole package” – the right experience, job skills and personality traits to really thrive in your company – is a tall order. In an employment market where […]

4 Ways to Enhance Workplace Safety in Your Middle TN Organization

  Workplace safety is a key concern for any Middle Tennessee business. Whether you work in a 50-year-old office or a state-of-the-art production facility, accidents, illnesses and injuries can occur anytime. Over the past few years, we’ve written extensively on the topic of workplace safety. So today, we’ve gathered our best posts to help you […]