Currently, the big question is not if you can land a job, but if you can get your dream job. Unemployment has been steadily decreasing, resting at a steady 5 percent. The good news for college graduates is that their unemployment rates are a mere 2.5 percent. So what does the 2016 job market hold? […]
Category: Tips for Small Businesses
Ninja Gig is seeing new hiring trends that are grabbing companies’ attention nationwide. Businesses should take note of these trends, as competitive packages can mean the difference between high or low job turnover rates. Perks and Benefits – Salary increases are projected to be a mere 2.9 percent this year, which means that more prospective […]
How much do a toner cartridge and a ream of paper cost? For the average small business, this is at least the monthly cost of accepting paper job applications, not to mention the wear and tear cost on your printer. So, let’s assume you are using a low-cost ream of paper for $5, and maybe […]
Five days ago, a friend of mine posted on Facebook, “I am going to the park to play Pokemon if anyone wants to come with me.” This was from a 30-something year old! At the time, way back last week, Pokemon Go wasn’t in my vocabulary, but this new game has taken the world by storm – […]
Opening the newspaper, the gripping headlines of the latest non-profit housing article seem standard on the surface. As I read the article, I soon contort my face in horror. This article was not fact-checked and full of slanderous comments against many upstanding community officials. This begs the question: are local journalists able to abide by their […]
Thanksgiving dinner is over, but there is plenty of food left. Personally, in my opinion, the leftovers are the best part about Thanksgiving, or any meal, for that matter. As I sat Sunday night over an extra-large helping of stuffing, I reflected over my past hiring experiences, and I found a connection between Thanksgiving leftovers […]
September is the beginning of fall – a perfect time to evaluate a business, reflect on how your company has done so far this year, and how you want to finish out the last quarter. First, take the time to evaluate your business thoroughly. Don’t wait until the end of the year to determine how […]
It’s August – the last month to squeeze in a summer vacation with the family before school starts before the weather turns and before your use it or lose it vacation days disappear. In a recent study, it was discovered that only 25 percent of Americans take the paid vacation days they are due each […]
I have a 52-pound poodle that requires a ton of exercise to keep her happy and from destroying my backyard. Walking is not enough for this eight-month-old puppy, so we have to run. But, I can’t run fast enough (or long enough) to give her the exercise she needs, so I ride my bike while she […]
Have you seen the new movie “Inside Out”? No matter your age, this is a great movie for all ages. I won’t ruin the movie for you or give away any spoilers, but there are many deep lessons in the movie that I walked away with that can help you be a better employer. However, one lesson […]