June 22, 2018
Employee Recognition that Won’t Break the Bank
Cost-effective employee appreciation does exist. Recognition efforts can help you retain employees for long term, and it doesn't have to break the bank.
Employee Engagement
June 19, 2018
Engage Your Seasonal Employees
Take your seasonal employee engagement efforts to the next level by training smart, recognizing employees and inviting back.
June 5, 2018
6 Ways to Bounce Back from a Negative Glassdoor Review
Glassdoor is useful in providing insider information regarding which companies to flock to or which to stay away from. Companies who receive a negative review or two need not panic, though.
April 26, 2018
4 Ways to Make Sure Subcontractors Are Valued as Part of the Team
Subcontractors play a very important role in the timely completion of construction projects, and their specialized skills are in high demand. In fact, contingent and contractor workers now make up a reported 40.4% of the U.S. workforce across all industries.
To accommodate this growth, construction managers must use strategies...
April 26, 2018
Onboarding’s Effect on Employee Engagementlaunch
We recently contributed an article titled "Onboarding’s Effect on Employee Engagement" on Construction Executive . We explore the topics of creating a culture of learning and two-way feedback in this article.
Read More at Construction Executivelaunch
April 25, 2018
The Case for Frequent One-on-Ones
While many companies are familiar with traditional annual performance reviews, the topic of performance management has expanded greatly over the last decade. In today’s candidate driven job market, engaging employees is vital for retention, and investing time into performance management helps employees feel more invested in their jobs. As the...
April 24, 2018
Why Employees Choose Companies That Offer Career Mapping
A career map represents a clear route for a staff member’s professional growth during their time with your company. Also called a “career path,” this map can outline certifications an employee needs for your company to stay compliant, skills the team member is interested in developing for their career, and...
February 27, 2018
How Employee Engagement And Diversity Are Tied Togetherlaunch
BirdDogHR contributed an article on CEOWORLD Magazine entitled "How Employee Engagement and Diversity Are Tied Together." In this article, we explored diversity, inclusion and how they tie into employee engagement. Read the full article to learn how diversity and inclusion affects a company's bottom line and ways companies can incorporate diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Read More at CEOWORLD Magazinelaunch
February 21, 2018
Anti-Harassment Training that Actually Engages Employees
Hearing the words, “anti-harassment training,” can inspire a collective cringe and eye roll from employees. While these trainings are necessary to promote workplace awareness and safety, it’s not surprising that very few employees are excited to sit through mandatory sessions. Many employers view these trainings as a necessary burden, but...
February 14, 2018
Onboarding and Engagement: HR’s Favorite Power Couple
It’s no secret by now that a new hire’s first days on the job are crucial for their career at their new company. The onboarding process gives them time to learn the ins and outs of an organization and understand their role within the company. The company culture and commitment...