Four Tips for Human Resources Professionals

The world of human resources is an all-encompassing one. HR professionals work with employees of all levels from entry-level to CEOs, which is why it’s crucial to have an effective HR strategy. Here are some of our favorite suggestions for … Read More

Employees Only CEO Receives Volunteering Honor

Every year, the Association of Fundraising Professionals Greater Detroit Chapter observes National Philanthropy Day with a ceremony honoring many of metro Detroit’s extraordinary volunteers. Of those honored by the AFP was Employees Only CEO Mario Apruzzese. Apruzzese was given the … Read More

4 Hiring Tips for Employers

In many ways, having an open position at your company can be both a blessing and a curse as an employer. Going through the interviewing and hiring process can be a grueling affair, something we understand all too well at … Read More

How to Use LinkedIn for Job Hunting

Looking for a job in 2012 is much different than it was in 1992, or even 2002. It’s different because of one thing, and that’s social media. Social networking hasn’t just changed how people look for jobs, though; it’s also … Read More

What is a 401(k) & Why is it Important?

There are few things as stressful as looking for a new job. Resumes need to be sent out, interviews to be had, thank you cards to be sent, the list goes on, but that stress doesn’t always end once you … Read More

How to Write a Great, Eye-Catching Resume

By Sandy Flippo, SPHR Before you send your resume, review these tips and tricks to ensure that your resume will show your best. 1) Focus on the top.  The top third of your resume is what the hiring manager sees … Read More

New rules for the role of background checks in hiring

When hiring, there is no federal law that prohibits an employer to ask about arrest and conviction records. However, The US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently passed changes to their hiring guidelines which now prohibits the results of a criminal … Read More

Be careful what you say in a job reference

Sandy Flippo, SPHR In today’s litigious atmosphere, most employers do not provide other than dates worked and job title when asked for a reference for an employee. Some states give employers “qualified privilege” for references provided in good faith, allowing … Read More

Resumes: True or False

By Sandy Flippo, SPHR As competition for jobs has become more intense, the issue of resume honesty and disclosure has become more prominent.  A recent article in USA Today estimates that nearly 35% of resumes contain untrue information about education, … Read More

Social Media becomes integral part of recruiting strategy

The use of social media is developing into a multifaceted tool for recruiting.  This new tool is evolving into more than just company Facebook pages and tweeting job openings, according to the Society of Human Resource Management. Recruiters are now … Read More