More than never before, many organizations and employers are now beginning to understand and key into the idea of running background checks on their employees. . Gone are the days when nobody reckoned with or saw the need to run background checks on their staff. With the current state of our nation, Nigeria, one need to be well aware that
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Looking for a job can be very overwhelming; there are more people than ever competing for the same positions. So, for that reason, it’s more important to ensure that you make an excellent first impression. Of course, your resume will almost always be your first impression. When you’re job hunting, you’re on high alert for every mistake you can possibly
Continue readingEmployers are no strangers to the benefits of outsourcing. From accounting, people, projects and payroll services, to IT support and customer service centers. Businesses of all sizes recognize the value of focusing on business development and revenue-generating activities. Why waste critical human resources on non-strategic, non-revenue generating tasks when a third-party vendor can pick up the slack? As employment regulations
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Your resume (sometimes called “CV”) is your most important tool when applying for a job. It doesn’t matter how qualified you are, or how much experience you have – if your resume is poorly presented or badly written, you’re going to have trouble getting the job you want – or even an interview.If you’re searching for a job right now,
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If you’re searching for a job right now, chances are you’ve heard the terms ‘resume’ and ‘cover letter’ thrown around quite often. In fact, you’ve probably spent a good amount of time updating these career materials when applying for new positions. You probably know what resumes and cover letters are; but do you understand them and their significance in your
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Several. That’s the number of COVID-19 / Coronavirus related emails I’ve received from companies giving me updates on their stance and preparedness for this unprecedented global event. I don’t mind receiving them, and some of them contain genuinely useful information. But the content of 90% of them is pretty much identical. Businesses are preparing by increasing hygiene, implementing work-at-home policies
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Have you ever seen a successful business that thrives without a business plan? Not exactly; I would say. There must be a plan for the positioning, the going and the landing- of your dream job. When you’re on a job hunt, firstly, you should see yourself as the solution to the employer’s recruitment needs. What exactly are the needs outlined
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The degree to which your employees are satisfied with their jobs to a great extent affects the outcome or productivity of your organization. If you manage your staff the same way you manage your best customers, they will most likely give your customers same treatment. According to Human Resources expert Susan Heathfield, “Many measures purport that employee satisfaction is a
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As a business leader or an employer, you have most likely heard the term “talent management.” You may have even dismissed it as just “HR jargon. For every company, employees play a significant role in operating a business plan, they possess the skills inventory and abilities that qualify them for a given role. Because of this, these individuals are considered
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Acquiring professional certifications and been professional certified has numerous pros and almost no cons. It stems from the combination of gaining education, experience and knowledge. According to the saying “learning never ends”, no matter the position or status you have gotten to in life and career; there is always room for improvement in knowledge especially in the form of professional
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