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18 policies every organization should haveĀ (+templates)

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Reflecting your company’s values and culture, policies contribute to a cohesive work environment, ultimately driving the success and sustainability of your business. Its primary goal is to foster a culture of transparency and accountability within the company.

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ā€œIā€™m faking my paternity leaveā€: a Reddit post calls for HRĀ action

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As we delve into this blurry territory, it’s crucial to understand not just the act, but the implications it carries for HR practices and the overall workplace culture. A culture of skepticism can emerge, where employers feel compelled to scrutinize every claim, potentially invading privacy and damaging morale.

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Diversity and inclusion in the workplace: removing the barriers to finding top talent

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4all has been held in Athens (the city where Workable was founded) for the past 3 years. After realizing their own offices were hard to access via public transport, they set up employee shuttles to make the commute easier for everyone. Organized by ethelon ā€” an NGO that supports volunteeringā€”Career Fair.4all My big question?

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What a year in a coworking space can do for yourĀ company

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If Workable had decided to move into our own office right away we would have been looking at a 3-6,000 square foot office that costs upwards of $40 per square foot in our current neighborhood. Today, Workable moved into our new Boston headquarters. Each company has its own office or desk, but neighbors other companies.

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How to hire seasonal employees

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food & beverage, transportation and retail.) Hire for culture fit, not just skills. Donā€™t overlook culture fit simply because youā€™re hiring temp employees. Here are some examples of culture fit interview questions to ask candidates: What do you hope to achieve during your time working here?

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54+ real-life interview questions for general administration and operationalĀ roles

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Sample answer: ā€œYes, Iā€™ve frequently worked on multi-city travel plans, which involved coordinating flights, accommodations, ground transportation, and meeting schedules across multiple locations. What is important to you when it comes to company culture? Sample answer: ā€œCompany culture is important to me.

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Office in an ā€˜unsexyā€™ area? Use these 5 talent attraction strategies

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The impact on the bottom line is significant: to make it in top-tier locations, businesses must both charge more for services and offer increased salaries to offset living, transportation and other costs borne by their employees. Create a standout corporate culture. Consider the alternative, such as an office in Cleveland.