Human resources departments are important to businesses. They help aid the flow of communication and give employees an outlet for expressing their frustrations. However, a poorly managed human resources department can become a business’ worst nightmare. Let’s explore the importance of human resources departments. My brother-in-law works for a public agency that employs approximately 300 […]
Typically, when employers ask illegal interview questions, they aren’t even aware of their mistakes. Some interview questions may seem harmless; the interviewer may be innocently asking – simply to fill awkward silences or get to know someone better. However, these five questions are illegal to ask in an interview because they are discriminatory and violate state […]
Knowing when to discuss salary during online recruitment and in an interview can be tricky, especially if applicants have expectations but don’t know how to bring it up. Here at Ninja Gig, we firmly believe that companies should discuss salary immediately, as this helps avoid attracting applicants that may not accept the salary you are […]
Successful restaurateurs have key processes in place to help their businesses achieve consistency. The dilemma is that many of these processes revolve around recipes, cleanliness, food safety, customer greetings, etc. Some restaurants have policies for scheduling and conflict resolution tactics, which managers can implement. However, far too many restaurants do not have structured recruitment and […]
Whether you post a job opening or not, you might find that you occasionally receive unsolicited resumes from applicants. For some employers, this may raise issues for record retention and unlawful discrimination, but for others, having a supply of resumes on hand can be a lifesaver. Many industries benefit from having an open-ended supply of […]
The job market and economy are strong, which means that nearly 50 percent of employees are on the lookout for a better job, browsing online job posting sites looking for a healthier work environment, better pay and benefits. The three main reasons that employees will be looking for new jobs this year include: Money Feeling […]
Human resources professionals are always interviewing candidates and assessing qualifications and skills. But what does it take to be successful in human resources management? Let us take a closer look. Multitasking – Human resources professionals have to be able to multitask and deal with a wide variety of duties, ranging from FMLA leave questions, employees’ […]
Ever wonder what should and shouldn’t be kept in employee personnel files? Ninja Gig will give you the low-down on how to spring clean your HR department. What Should Be in Employee Personnel Files? Employee personnel files should contain objective information that relates to hiring, promotions, demotions, compensation, discipline or employee discharge. Type of documents […]
Instead of celebrating Employee Appreciation Day one day a year in March, more employers should learn to value their team and show appreciation for their hard work year-round. By keeping employees happy, you can prevent them from browsing job posting sites online. As we established last week in our article, Uncovering the Root Cause of […]
Social media and online job postings are the new way to attract talented candidates. Human Resources professionals need to have the right points covered in these postings to make a powerful impact. Incorporate the following key points into all job postings: Company – Describe the company and its brand. Based on this opening introduction, applicants […]