Virgin Airlines and Patagonia are two examples of companies whose leaders recognize the importance of creating a positive and productive work environment. At Virgin Airlines, founder Richard Branson emphasizes the tremendous value of the company's h...
Ideally, employee orientation not only provides a profile of what the company and its policies are all about, but a blueprint of expectations for new employees, as well as an indication of their importance to the organization.
The changing nature of the workforce and the competitive business environment both influence the kinds of compensation plans companies offer their employees. Whatever compensation approach is used, the pay and benefits package generally reflects bot...
Finding good candidates to fill a vacant position is only the first step in developing a committed and productive employee. Staff development is actually an ongoing process that begins the first day a new employee walks in the door. Unfortunately, m...
In searching for a pool of qualified applicants from which to fill a position, companies use a number of different sources, from employment agencies to educational and local community organizations, to their own employee base.