human resources

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

Employee candidate ghosting is on the rise. The practice of “ghosting” is when all communication is severed without any explanation or warning and has become common during the job interview process. Oftentimes, employee candidate ghosting occurs due to a misunderstanding when communication is not clear, or candidates might walk away

Research shows that the current job market is 90% candidate-driven. To that effect, you don’t pick talent anymore. Talent picks you; therefore, creating an employee referral program can improve your talent acquisition as an HR administrator or acquisition specialist. What is an Employee Referral Program, and why does it

Job success usually requires a combination of both soft and hard employee skills. Soft skills are more interpersonal and shape how you work alone or with others. In contrast, hard skills are gained through education, training, or career experience. Below illustrates the differences between both employee skills. Soft Skills Soft
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