Human Resources Today

Do incentives really affect workplace performance? The short answer is yes, yes they do. Motivating employees to perform their duties in the most efficient and effective way is a simple way to help maximize the business’s profits. study sponsored by the International Society for Performance Improvement determined that incentive programs can "boost performance by anywhere from 25 to 44%, but only if conducted in ways that address all issues related to performance and human motivation.". Employee incentives are generally broken into three types: Cash and non-cash incentives. Prizes. Benefits MORE >>

A reader writes: I recently visited my grad school on behalf of my employer as part of their college recruiting team. My objective was to collect resumes and speak with students regarding our summer internship program. I’ve worked the career fairs before but have not done so in a couple of years, and at this one I noticed some students doing something that I found off-putting. They’re making an “elevator pitch” for themselves. want an engineering intern, not a salesman, and the slick pitch and presumptuous attitude was actually a turn-off. It’s nearly always the case though. MORE >>

Here’s a tip for you, prospective job-seeker… grab a scratch pad and start describing your talents in terms of “innovation.” ” Look at your list. Now ask yourself this question— “Am I innovative?” ” If you are one of the 50% of Americans who do  consider innovation/creativity as a  strength , you could be selling yourself short if that competency is not readily apparent in your CV. 300 CEOs were asked to rank the critical skills needed to best assure the organization would perpetuate success in the future ( Pritchett, 2014.) Probably never. MORE >>

While some tech pros like the prospect of full-time employment (and the benefits that come with it), others appreciate the flexibility that comes with freelancing. The latter can even prove more lucrative than working for an employer, at least according to a recent survey by Upwork and the Freelancers Union. If you’re thinking of heading out as an independent contractor, however, there are some key things to consider. First and foremost is your skills base: No matter how good the economy at a particular moment, potential clients only want to pay for people who can actually do the work. MORE >>

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