Doing HR for the first time? Here’s what to look out for
Being in HR for the first time is especially challenging, because HR is responsible for the well-being of every other department. If you're just starting out and looking for ways to make a meaningful contribution, here are some tips for HR beginners. Get to know your team These are the people you'll be working with, relying on, and reporting to. As a newbie in HR, you should see your team as your allies. They can [...]
Pre-Screen Employees to Make the Right Choice the First Time
When you pre-screen employees before hiring them, you're investing time and effort to avoid wasting time and money later on. Every bad hire costs you and your team resources. Here's how you can use pre-screening to hire right the first time. Keep interviews simple Your interviews should get to the heart of what you need quickly. Pay attention to how they handle hard questions, the language they use, and whether or not they shift blame. [...]
Happy holidays!
Merry Christmas, happy Hanukkah, and best wishes all around. The holiday season is a time to be grateful for all that we have, reflect on what we've accomplished together, and look forward to future endeavors. A sincere thank you from the team at Profiles Asia Pacific. We wish all of our clients, partners, and their families a very happy holiday season.
Stay productive despite holiday traffic
Sitting in traffic sucks, and it's especially bad during the holidays. The mix of people on their way to parties, friends and relatives back in town, and last minute shoppers scrambling for gifts can create a truly terrifying "carmageddon." However, it's important not to let the unusually congested roads cut into your productivity. Here are a few tips to remain engaged and productive on the road. Invest in a portable WiFi device Having an Internet [...]