Nepotism, the practice of hiring and promoting family members, is a controversial topic in the workplace. While some see it as a means to reward hardworking and loyal employees, others view it as unfair and discriminatory. The pros of nepotism in the workplace One of the main arguments in favor of nepotism is that it […]
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Nepotism is the practice of giving jobs or favors to friends or family members, often without regard for their qualifications. This can create conflicts of interest and lead to corruption, as people with connections may be hired or promoted over more qualified candidates. What are the effects of nepotism? Nepotism can have negative effects on […]
Managing a work environment is no simple task for HR. But, it’s a reasonable assumption that most seasoned HR professionals and managers have heard every complaint, dispute, personal problem, sick excuse, theft issue and quite possibly more from employees. And let’s face it, HR compliance can be challenging. So, how do you handle lying employees? […]
Experts believe that these tough economic times could be responsible for an increase in workplace violence. As a Human Resources Manager, you can help detour and prevent workplace violence by implementing these important elements in your prevention plan. Avoiding Workplace Violence Tip #1: Screen Applicants A company’s single best way to prevent workplace violence is […]
The statistics are conclusive: nearly 50 percent of applicants are not qualified for the jobs they pursue. This creates a borage of seemingly endless resumes. Then you’re faced with the mounting task of reviewing and sorting the hills of paper and mountain of emails. This is where an applicant tracking system will transform your life. […]
Surveys show that most companies think they follow the law. The reality is that many businesses are unknowingly breaking state and federal laws, which can result in expensive and time-consuming employee lawsuits and litigation. Ninja Gig compiled a list of the most common employee lawsuits and how you can prevent them. Most Common Employee Lawsuits Discrimination […]
A bad employee grows like cancer within a company, infiltrating every cell and creating a negative work environment. Many employers have a hard time knowing when to fire a bad employee, but the problem with keeping them employed is that they will soon turn your entire workforce against you. This hostility can lead to a decrease […]
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12 Hot Topic Interview Questions For Human Resources
Today’s job market has some fierce competition, which is why employees need to stand out more than ever. Ninja Gig highlights the latest 12 hot button subjects for human resources departments to incorporate into their interview questions and hiring review process. Results – The bottom line is any interview is to determine what the applicant has […]
You can’t turn on the news or scroll through your newsfeed without reading about discrimination and racism. This two-part article focuses on combatting workplace discrimination, but first, we wanted to explain what exactly defines workplace discrimination, including discriminatory hiring practices. Discrimination is when a person or group is treated less favorably due to their personal […]
The restaurant business is not for the faint of heart. Whether you’re a greasy spoon diner looking to build up clientele or you’re struggling to earn your first Michelin Star, it’s important that you focus on hiring restaurant employees to boost your business. Turnover is Never Your Friend When Hiring Restaurant Employees The restaurant industry […]