Interviewing candidates is a crucial step in the hiring process for small business owners. Preparing in advance is essential; review the candidate’s paperwork, prepare a list of relevant questions, and understand the role’s requirements and the qualities you’re looking for in a candidate. Creating...
In today’s competitive business landscape, talent churn—the rate at which employees leave a company—is a significant concern for small businesses. McKinsey’s research highlights the staggering costs associated with churn, emphasizing the financial burden of talent acquisition and...
In today’s competitive job market, businesses are constantly seeking candidates with unique skills and perspectives. One often-overlooked talent pool is the veteran community. Hiring military talent offers numerous benefits that can significantly enhance your organization’s performance...
As we look forward to celebrating our country’s Independence Day and our freedom, let’s explore how skills-based hiring can empower small business owners with more freedom to focus on several critical aspects that contribute to long-term success and growth: Strategic Planning: Owners can dedicate...
Running a small business can be both exhilarating and challenging. While many small businesses struggle to survive past their first few years, some manage to thrive for decades. What sets these long-lasting businesses apart? Several key factors contribute to small business longevity. Building and...
Robyn GrableFounder and CEO of Talents ASCEND In its list of top workplace predictions for 2023, consultancy firm Gartner said “skills-based hiring rather than degree requirements will dominate at successful companies.” According to McKinsey, “hiring for skills is five times more predictive of...
“Recruiting new employees is not cheap. According to new benchmarking data from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the average cost per hire was nearly $4,700. But many employers estimate the total cost to hire a new employee can be three to four times the position’s salary,...
Military Skills Translator – how do they relate to a civilian resume? By: Robyn Grable Military veterans develop distinctive capabilities and valuable skills through real-world, high-pressure experience. From leadership to self-sufficiency and integrity, it’s hard to find a group of candidates...
Letting go of someone or something can be an emotional roller coaster. Elisabeth Kubler-Ross M.D. explained the five stages of grief in her book On Death and Dying in 1969. Over 50 years later, her conceptual explanation of this cycle of processing still applies anytime we attempt to...
Whether it is a 7-course formal Thanksgiving meal, or a cobbled together Friendsgiving during a lunch break, millions of Americans ask each other what they are grateful for each year. Some are grateful for financial comforts, and others for the people that are sharing the traditional...
RECOGNITION AND RESPECT Veterans Day is one of those Federal Holidays where American workers are elated for the long weekend, but when asked why we have the day off, the majority may give creative answers that don’t exactly capture the intent of...
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. While we are more than halfway through the month, and well on our way to October, Veterans ASCEND knows that Suicide Prevention within the Military Community is a subject that is deeply personal for many of us. In support of...