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Explore expert insights designed for HR professionals and business leaders. Stay informed on best practices, compliance updates, and innovative strategies to build a stronger, more efficient workforce.

Quality of Start vs. Quality of Hire: Important HR Metrics

A great hiring process doesn’t stop when an employee signs the offer letter. The real measure of success is in how well new hires integrate, perform, and contribute over time. That’s where quality of hire and quality of start come into play. Tracking these key HR metrics can improve hiring decisions, increase employee retention, and build a str

Leighann Emo Mar 19, 2025

How to Calculate and Improve Your Job Offer Acceptance Rate

Understanding and improving your offer acceptance rate (OAR) gives you the edge in developing a successful recruitment strategy. What happens if your acceptance rate is low? How does it affect costs and time to hire? We will explain how to calculate your offer acceptance rate, what it reveals about your hiring process, and ways to bump it higher.

Anna Petron Mar 12, 2025

The Ultimate Employee Onboarding Checklist for a Seamless New Hire Experience

A structured employee onboarding checklist empowers new hires with the tools they need to succeed from day one. By creating a consistent, thoughtful process, you can boost engagement, improve retention, and set your team up for success.

Stacie Adams Jan 15, 2025

Effective Employee Retention Strategies to Reduce Turnover and Build Loyalty

In today's competitive job market, retaining skilled employees is more challenging than ever. Whether you're a CEO, HR professional, hiring manager, or business owner, this guide will walk you through effective employee retention strategies, offering practical and creative solutions to building a loyal, productive workforce.

Ryan Lawrence Oct 29, 2024

Employee Retention: 8 Strategies to Keep Your Best Workers

Employee retention goes hand in hand with job satisfaction. Retaining your top talent goes beyond low turnover—it involves keeping your team productive, engaged, and committed to driving the company forward.

Anna Petron Sep 25, 2024

How to Write SMART Goals (With Template)

SMART goals help workplaces set clear, definable objectives that can be achieved through a series of decisive actions. This system creates a framework for completing many tasks, from improving productivity to launching a new product. Here are some tips and best practices on how to write SMART goals effectively to prime your workplace for success.

Stacie Adams Sep 4, 2024

Employee Performance Review Checklists 

Employee performance reviews are a critical part of effective performance management. When done well, they provide a structured way to assess individual contributions, give constructive feedback, and support employee development. This guide provides a deep dive into running an impactful performance review process from start to finish.

Ryan Lawrence Aug 28, 2024

What Is An ATS (Applicant Tracking System)?

Recruiting is one of the biggest challenges for growing businesses. Sorting through dozens of resumes to find the candidates with the skills you need can be tedious. An applicant tracking system (ATS) is one solution that can address some of the biggest recruiting woes and streamline your hiring process to get open roles filled faster.

Kaylyn McKenna Aug 14, 2024

How to Create a Careers Page (with 15 Inspiring Examples)

Job seekers today conduct thorough research before applying, often starting with your company’s career page. These pages provide insights into your values and culture, influencing which roles candidates pursue. Discover why branded career pages are crucial for attracting top talent and get tips to create compelling pages. Explore 15 standout exam

Ana Gotter Jul 31, 2024

11 Stages of the Employee Life Cycle: Strategies for HR Teams

A strong team is key to a company’s long-term success. The cornerstone to driving successful employment is understanding the 11 stages of the employee life cycle and how each stage shapes an employee’s experience within a company.

Anna Petron Jul 24, 2024

What Is an Employee Write-Up Form? 

An employee write-up form documents an instance of misconduct or rule violation in the workplace. In addition to recording the violation in the employee’s permanent file, these forms also spell out what workers need to improve and what can happen if improvements aren’t made. They differ slightly from warning notices, which are letters sent dire

Stacie Adams Jul 15, 2024

What is Negligent Hiring? Everything Employers Should Know

Negligent hiring is a legal concept that all employers should understand. In this blog, we’ll explore what negligent hiring is, provide real-world examples, and offer actionable steps to prevent it. Taking the right hiring precautions can help businesses avoid negligent hiring claims while helping you build a great team.

Kaylyn McKenna Jul 13, 2024
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Quality of Start vs. Quality of Hire: Important HR Metrics

A great hiring process doesn’t stop when an employee signs the offer letter. The real measure of success is in how well new hires integrate, perform, and contribute over time. That’s where quality of hire and quality of start come into play. Tracking these key HR metrics can improve hiring decisions, increase employee retention, and build a str

Leighann Emo Mar 19, 2025

How to Calculate and Improve Your Job Offer Acceptance Rate

Anna Petron

The Ultimate Employee Onboarding Checklist for a Seamless New Hire Experience

Stacie Adams

Effective Employee Retention Strategies to Reduce Turnover and Build Loyalty

Ryan Lawrence

Employee Retention: 8 Strategies to Keep Your Best Workers

Anna Petron

How to Write SMART Goals (With Template)

Stacie Adams

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