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Time vs. Cost in the Hiring Process

Time vs. Cost in the Hiring Process

By Eric Waldowski We have all been there. For one reason or another, it’s time to fill a seat in our office. Whether the opening is the result of business growth or the unexpected departure of a team member, all focus suddenly shifts to making a hire. Like many...
Phone Screening Candidates

Phone Screening Candidates

By Mara Miller As an assistant manager many years ago, I was introduced to the world of “recruiting and hiring.” Me being me and a cocky person, I vigorously dove into this new endeavor. I didn’t need advice. I didn’t need guidance. I...
Removing Applicant Friction: Why is it so Important?

Removing Applicant Friction: Why is it so Important?

By Eric Waldowski With the state of technology that we live with day in and day out, we have all come to demand instant gratification, or at a minimum, no unnecessary steps when it comes to tasks we must take on. Why go meet a local CPA when TurboTax will let you file...
Managing Someone with Low Structured/Routine

Managing Someone with Low Structured/Routine

By Mara Miller Effective managers understand their employees’ unique personalities and know what motivates them. It’s important to know what motivates different employee personalities. The IdealTraits assessment assists you in understanding the personality...
Managing Someone with High Structure/Routine

Managing Someone with High Structure/Routine

By Mara Miller When it comes to your team’s success, your role as their manager is vital. Business goals, priorities, training, communication, and understanding of each individual’s different personalities all play a part in creating a solid team. To make that...
Utilizing the Assessment to Baseline Your Staff

Utilizing the Assessment to Baseline Your Staff

By Kellie Lail So you’re looking to add a new member to your team. That’s great! But how are you going to utilize the IdealTraits assessment to ensure that you are picking the best fit for your agency? First, you have to decide what you’re looking...
Improving My Ad’s Quality

Improving My Ad’s Quality

By Kellie Lail Between the current state of unemployment and the competitive hiring market, you want to make sure you are doing everything you can to have the most successful hiring experience possible. There are many factors that go into hiring including making sure...