Have you ever wondered or even considered the costs associated with hiring the wrong employee? The Harvard Business Review previously stated that 80% of employee turnover is due to poor hiring decisions. It is crucial to consider these costs when thinking about your business practices. From a monetary standpoint, the cost of hiring the wrong…
At Acloché, we have a passion for people. And as the foremost experts on the growth of the individual, we understand how important it is to have a healthy relationship with your work. On our blog, we give advice for all things work-related—from your relationship to your employees to resume building!
It’s probably one of the most over-used phrases in job hunting, but also one of the most underutilized by job-seekers: dressfor success. In job hunting, first impressions are critical. Remember, you are marketing a product – yourself – to a potentional employer, and the first thing the employer sees is your attire. Therefore, you must…
Leaders are an integral part of the workforce, especially mangers that work directly with your general employees. For managers, finding the right balance between cordiality and authority is key. Below are some tips to help you or your managers lead successfully. Set an example and be efficient within your own job. A manager role does…
In a few short weeks, children and their parents will once again be preparing for the start of a new school year. If you are a parent, you know how hectic preparing your family for a new school year can be can be. Below are some tips to help make preparation easier this year: Get…
Acloché was recently named among the “Wonderful Workplaces for Young Professionals” in Columbus by the Columbus Young Professionals Club. The list was published by CYP in the August edition of City Pulse Magazine. “Acloché feels honored to continue to receive various nominations and accolades throughout the community,” says Kimberly Shoemaker, CEO of Acloché. “We strive…
The sun is shining, the temperatures are high and you are stuck at your desk inside wishing you were out in the warm air at the pool. Summer blues can cause your work productivity to decrease, making it important to beat the work summer blues. Below are some useful tips to help you manage your…
Heat advisories blanketed the state of Ohio last week, warning the public of dangerous temperatures with heat indexes above 100 degrees. In the United States, excessive heat is the cause of more injuries and deaths each year than lightning and flooding combined. Even if a heat advisory is not in effect, the potential dangers of heat are…
First impressions are important especially during a job interview. The way you are dressed is the first image the interviewer will have of you. It is vitally important to dress professionally based on the position you are interviewing for. You want your first impression to not only be good, but great! Below are some tips…
Mentorship programs in the workplace have long been a substantial way to create motivation, guidance and skill amongst employees at no additional cost. It is important to continuously invest in your employees, and a mentorship program is one plausible way of doing so. If you are not currently using mentorship programs in your current business…
Fourth of July celebrates the mark of America’s independence as a country. To commemorate America’s independence many individuals have Fourth of July bashes including: cook-outs, picnics, parades and of course, fireworks. All of these situations could possibly lead to safety issues. It is important to take specific precautions to protect your own safety as well…