You’ve heard of the Great Resignation. Now, let’s talk about the Great Realization. As Indeed recently reported, “The onset of the global pandemic has offered a slower pace and new lens to reflect on how we might live happier, more fulfilling lives.” For a lot of people, that means a critical lens on their jobs. In a Workplace Happiness Study Indeed commissioned from [...]
Tips For An Effective Employment Reference Check Many times we hear the questions: Does anyone check references anymore? Or what's the point of checking references? Employment references are an essential step in the hiring process as they are usually the first and last source of third party information you receive about the candidate prior to making an offer and her initial start date. [...]
Requesting a Pay Increase No one appreciates the feeling of being underpaid for their work, but many people are unsure how to approach the topic with their employers. A raise in compensation can be a touchy subject to address as it tends to create an aura of awkwardness for the requestor. But it doesn’t have to. Contrary to how it may initially feel, [...]
Managing the Talent Pipeline for CPA firms Demand for CPA talent is at an all-time high in public accounting firms everywhere. The proliferation of Advisory, Transaction Advisory Services, and Consulting Practices within firms are creating a shortage across all practice areas, including Audit and Tax. Hiring and retaining these professionals have become more and more challenging for companies that do not have an [...]
When an interview goes poorly it’s no surprise that a candidate is not invited in for another round of meetings. After all – that is the purpose of the interview process. The head scratching begins when interviews seemingly go well, rapport is established and the hiring authority is talking about the candidate as if she already has the position. Only to be followed [...]