The Watercooler is PrideStaff’s blog covering trends and tips for successfully managing issues in the workplace, such as: retention, employee engagement, and interviewing.
Rejection is hurtful in any situation, but repeatedly getting a negative or no response regarding job applications, callbacks, interviews or offers can do a real number on your psyche and self-esteem. If you’re starting to feel like you’ve been burned so often you may never get near the fire again, consider the reasons behind those… Read more »
Your job postings are often candidates’ first touch point with your company – and you only get one chance to make a good first impression. Competition is hotter than ever in today’s candidate-driven labor market, so be sure your postings are crisp, clear, attractive, and compelling, so they convert job seekers into applicants. Be strategic… Read more »
In the landscpae of the modern workplace and work environment, looking after your physical and mental health can be challenging. The obvious concerns now are fighting Covid-19, the flu, RSV, and similar bugs. But while that’s critically important, it’s part of a bigger picture: keeping it all in balance. Doing so can be even harder… Read more »
Giving negative feedback is never fun. As a manager or supervisor, it can be difficult to give someone honest feedback without it feeling personal. At the end of the day, you want to be as honest and sincere as you can be with your staff. Here are some ways to help you give negative feedback… Read more »
Ghosting a job interview or professional conversation is never a good idea. You don’t want to leave someone hanging. It comes off as unprofessional. However, you don’t have to take the initial interview or conversation if you don’t want to. While you shouldn’t go turning down every interview, there are some you should pass up…. Read more »
Adequate sleep is required to restore and repair body systems. Proper sleep also helps the brain properly function. Long work hours, increasing stress levels, and regular use of electronic devices may be preventing you from getting enough sleep at night. You need at least 7-9 hours of quality sleep each night to perform your… Read more »
Candidate ghosting is increasingly common. A significant number of candidates are not showing up for interviews, responding to job offers, or beginning work on the start date. Ghosting became even more common when the coronavirus pandemic hit. More employees leaving their jobs meant there were more job openings. Additional hiring to fill the openings… Read more »
Check out the various dictionary definitions of “passion,” and you’ll find words like “powerful, compelling, a strong fondness, liking or desire” and “an intense, driving feeling or conviction.” Passion is all of the above. And while it’s awesome to have passion for your work, it’s equally important to pursue your dreams away from the job. There… Read more »
Many businesses put a lot of thought into the kind of team they want to put together. The dream team has the right balance of creativity and technical strengths. For many employers, that means focusing on the skills individual employees have and how well they perform them. Many business leaders don’t consider how confident their… Read more »
Searching for a new job is exciting, but it can also lead to major anxiety. Whether you’re only thinking about making a change or already in the thick of your search, the thought of going on interviews and having to learn the ropes at a new company can be a lot. It’s important to find… Read more »
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