by Harlene | Oct 10, 2017 | Applicants, HR
Here are some things to include and others to avoid ensuring you are viewed as a viable candidate for potential employers. As Doug Arms says, “A resume is a representation of you. It’s a physical representation of the quality of work that you are capable of.”...
by Harlene | Oct 10, 2017 | Dealers, HR
When economic conditions change and sales drop off, dealers often start reviewing items they previously spent little time on. One of those items is personnel. Personnel is scrutinized on multiple fronts—staffing levels, productivity, and training. Dealers start...
by Harlene | Oct 10, 2017 | Dealers, HR
3. Screening and Testing Applicants Screen the resumes for skill set matches. Look for accomplishments and increases in responsibilities. Then skill assess those that you find. Assess skills before full interviews. Why waste valuable time interviewing individuals who...
by Harlene | Oct 10, 2017 | Dealers, HR
The key to the success of any business is simple; it’s about hiring the right people to be in the right roles at the right time. Many dealerships miss the mark on retaining the talent they want and need and therefore experience high costs of turnover. Not all turnover...
by Harlene | Oct 10, 2017 | Dealers, HR, HR Policies
According to PACER, the number of lawsuits filed over wages continues to rise as seen in the chart below, which is based on federal court dockets. A rise of nearly 32 percent has occurred in just four years. This trend is expected to continue to rise over the next few...
by Harlene | Oct 10, 2017 | Dealers, HR
Dealership owners and managers wear many hats including human resources director. They are often faced with a decision to fire an employee for a variety of reasons. Before you pull the trigger, stop and assess the situation. Why are you really considering firing? Is...
