Mitzi Branvold

How to Prevent Workplace Burnout and Improve Retention

One thing that HR Professionals understand is that working more hours to stay afloat is a pressure that causes many Americans to mentally check-out of their work-lives. Frustration and cynicism are often the two main hallmarks of occupational burnout.  “Even if companies haven’t literally lost their employees, many have lost them psychologically,” says Jon Gordon

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Outsourcing HR for Background Checks: 3 Reasons Why it’s Vital

Today more than ever, background checks are a crucial aspect of pre-employment screening. The scope and breadth of background checks vary greatly, ranging from simple identity verification to in-depth investigations of character, criminal history, credit and employment verification. A recent study confirmed that 6% of screened applicants had a criminal record. That’s an alarming statistic,

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Human Resources: Red Flags in the Interview Process

One of the most critical processes completed by human resources is the hiring of a new employee. Typically, the final hiring decisions is made directly following one or more interviews. It is critical to use these conferences with a potential associate to identify “red flags” that could, and should, influence your hiring decision. The following

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Human Resources: Ways to Increase Professionalism at Work

A professional business attracts top-notch employees and works with high level clients. Savvy Human Resources departments use a few key ways to make their workplaces exceptional. Their businesses establish a professional environment by means of clear guidelines, communication, respect and competency. A mission statement and set regulations provide the foundation for a solid business. The

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