Organizations must create a strong compensation structure to attract talent and keep employees engaged. Prospective and current employees want to feel confident that the pay practices are fair, equitable, and transparent. The furnishings and appliances industry tends to attract a very competitive group. Here are some best practices you should
Investing in your staff is one of the best ways to give your organization an advantage over others. Keeping your teams sharp and engaged in the highly competitive furnishings industry can be a differentiator. This can be done with an effective learning method to train employees. Following a tried-and-true model
You can get more out of your employees by capitalizing on the relationship you’ve mutually built while also maintaining a suitable level of accountability. HFA’s Chief HR Strategist Tracy Jackson covers 5 simple ways to engage with your team to constructively increase job performance and productivity in this Quick Click
I believe it was management consultant Peter Drucker who said that the purpose of a business is to earn a customer. That might have been true back in the American Bandstand era of sock hops and sharing a malted with your best gal, but I contend there are other, albeit
High-performing teams and organizations don’t just happen. It requires the dedicated efforts of leadership to articulate a clear mission, vision, and value statement that resonates with the staff. That message must then be communicated to the teams in a way that allows them to see how their efforts will directly
Strong company culture is one of the best ways not only to attract customers but also for attracting and keeping employees. HFA’s Chief HR Strategist Tracy Jackson shares 5 company culture lessons that will pay off for you in this Quick Click Solution video. CLICK HERE for more HR resources
HFA’s Chief HR Strategist Tracy Jackson’s Quick Click Solution video shows you some creative tips to engage your new hires through the training process. It’s a sure way to get the most out of your team and sets the tone for your ongoing relationship. CLICK HERE for more HR resources
Onboarding your new team members isn’t as cut and dry as you may think. HFA’s Chief HR Strategist Tracy Jackson offers you some things to consider to help you navigate the nuances of onboarding in today’s retailing environment. CLICK HERE for more HR resources from HFA.
Finding and retaining talent is one of the greatest challenges employers face today. Having a well-executed employee onboarding program can be a game-changer! When someone receives a job offer, everyone wants to hear all about it. You get to make a first impression during the interview phase, or the “courting”
HFA’s Chief HR Strategist Tracy Jackson guides you through some simple things to ensure that your interviewing process is smooth for both you and your candidate. CLICK HERE for more HR resources from HFA. Tools for screening applicants and interviewing candidates: HFA Interview Scoring Rubric HFA Outline for Candidate Interview
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