Research shows that if companies use the wrong words in a job description, it may detour highly qualified female candidates from applying. It’s important that companies write gender-neutral job descriptions and applications in a gender-neutral tone. For example, remove all feminine or masculine vocabulary to help increase the likelihood of qualified men and women applying for […]
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The U.S. Department of Labor has a Wage and Hour Division that provides advice and guidance to employers to comply with child labor provisions. Many young adults and teens have part-time jobs, but employers must comply with federal regulations. If you’re looking to hire teens for part-time restaurant work in this post-pandemic era, read on. Know […]
The latest surveys show that today’s modern Millennials detest annual performance reviews. These traditional types of yearly reports can be detrimental to your future workforce. Millennials are defined as those born after 1982, and they are the future of our great corporations. Why They Don’t Like Annual Performance Reviews Here are the top reasons why […]
Call it cliché, but the beginning of a new year really can signify the beginning of a new you. It is an ideal time for reflection and change in the workplace. In honor of the New Year, here are 14 ideas for positive changes you can make in yourself, your workplace and maybe even your […]
If you’re an HR Manager, you’re probably cringing right now. Politics in the workplace is never a good idea, especially when it comes to maintaining HR compliance. That is unless, of course, you’re running a political campaign or working for a lobbyist group. Unfortunately, the reality is that what may seem harmless on the surface, […]
It is that time of year again, and the dreaded end of year performance reviews is right around the corner. However, this time of year does not have to be painful. Ninja Gig has put together a helpful guide to making your end of year employee reviews more positive. Tips For Improving Employee Reviews One […]
What does one do with the workplace rash? You know, that annoying coworker that clips his fingernails in the cubicle next door, grinds his teeth or that picks his peeling, sunburned skin (true story, by the way)! Dealing with annoying people without giving offense is not an exact science. It is an art that you have […]
As the ski season ramps up, so too does the need for seasonal resort nurses. Many of the big ski resort towns grow into a blossoming resort in the wintertime. As the slopes become packed with skiers and snowboarders, the hospitals near resorts see an overflow of emergencies, broken bones and head injuries. With so […]
Did you know that onboarding new employees can help a company retain top talent? Yes, it’s true – and especially so in today’s remote work culture. No one wants to start a new job and then hear, “Oh, I didn’t realize you were starting today. I’m not sure how to get you set up.” When […]
In the spirit of Boss’ Day, we thought it would be prudent to list some ways to say “Thank You” without being cheesy or looking like you’re trying to suck up, which especially comes in handy when you’re thanking a boss or someone higher up in the food chain. Vent in Private Let’s face it. […]