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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.

23 Exit Interview Questions for Employers to Ask Departing Employees

Exit interviews are a vital part of the offboarding process, providing key insights that can help improve the workplace. When crafting your exit interview, it’s important to ask the right questions to gain valuable feedback from departing employees. Here are some essential tips and questions to consider to make your exit interviews as effective a

Stacie Adams May 27, 2024

How to Calculate Your Cost Per Hire

Finding and hiring new talent is an investment that involves planning and budgeting. Understanding how to calculate the recruitment metric cost per hire will give you a crystal clear idea of your recruiting process's internal and external expenses. Even better, the formula for calculations is pretty straightforward.

Anna Petron May 24, 2024

7 Tips for Fostering Allyship in the Workplace

Building authentic connections among colleagues contributes to a positive workplace culture while fostering innovation. By creating bridges of understanding, managers can ensure everyone feels valued and part of the team.

Leighann Emo May 23, 2024

How to Create and Customize an Employee Handbook (Free Downloadable Template)

An employee handbook is a crucial guide for outlining your company’s policies and setting the stage for workplace culture. In this guide, we’ll show you how to write an employee handbook and provide a free sample employee handbook template to help you get started.

Leighann Emo May 23, 2024

Performance Improvement Plan: Tips and Templates

Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) set clear, measurable goals for underperforming employees to get them on the right track. More than just a corrective measure, PIPs provide guidance and support, helping employees fully understand and hopefully meet their job expectations.

Ryan Lawrence May 21, 2024

Presenteeism: What It Is and How to Address It

Being fully engaged at work is key to peak performance and job satisfaction. Yet, some employees struggle with engagement due to health issues, personal challenges, or other concerns, leading to presenteeism. Here’s what small and growing businesses need to know about tackling presenteeism empathetically to boost employee well-being and organizat

Jocelyn Baker May 20, 2024

How Do I Ensure My Business Is an Equal Opportunity Employer?

Promoting diversity and inclusion is key to growing your business. HR professionals and business leaders should embrace equal opportunity employment and familiarize themselves with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's guidelines. This knowledge helps create a fair and compliant workplace that attracts top talent and minimizes legal risks.

Ryan Choate May 17, 2024

11 Interview Invitation Email Templates to Attract Top Talent

Your interview invitation email is the first step in building a relationship with candidates. Crafting a warm, well-written message leaves a positive impression and excites candidates about the opportunity to interview with your company. Let's make every word count.

Sarah Foley May 15, 2024

What Is Business Casual? Your 2025 Guide to Perfect Office Wear

As more and more workplaces adopt relaxed and flexible styles, the meaning of business casual has evolved in 2024. This guide defines business casual and offers practical tips to help you dress appropriately—whether you’re attending an interview, working remotely, or heading into the office.

Anna Petron May 14, 2024

The New Employee Onboarding Guide  (with Free Checklist Updated for 2025)

The employee onboarding process is the foundation for great work relationships and your company's chance to make a lasting impression on new hires. It has far-reaching effects on productivity, job satisfaction, and retention. A well-structured onboarding process helps new hires feel welcomed and valued, plus it equips them with the tools and knowle

Ana Gotter May 12, 2024

5 Candidate Rejection Email Templates for After the Interview

Hiring new employees is an exciting process, but it also involves rejecting candidates not selected for the job. To positively represent your brand, discover how to write a rejection letter that conveys your message professionally and compassionately.

Sarah Foley May 9, 2024

How to Write a Letter of Recommendation (With Templates)

Recommendation letters typically detail a person’s professional or academic accomplishments. Brevity is essential to making them impactful. Here is your trusted guide for creating these documents including templates.

Stacie Adams May 7, 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