Tag Archives: people success
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Employee Handbooks: A Solid Foundation for Business Growth
Posted on 06.26.2017
An Employee Reflection on the Crest Management Success Story Earlier this month we shared a Success Story from Crest Management, one of our recent clients. Specifically, we focused on the work that we did to help improve their HR Infrastructure by updating their employee handbook. Now that you’ve heard the client’s perspective, we’d like to … Continue reading
Posted in HR Risk Mitigation
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The Company’s Most Valuable Asset – Its People!
Posted on 03.30.2017
An Employee Reflection on the Crest Management Success Story This past month, we shared a Success Story from one of our client’s – Crest Management. We focused on the work that we did to help improve their People Performance through job descriptions. Now that you’ve heard the client’s perspective, we’d like to share an Employees … Continue reading
Posted in People Performance
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How to Improve People Performance
Posted on 07.18.2016
We all know that the profitability of our business is tied to the capabilities and performance of our people. So, what must we do to become highly effective at growing people and managing performance? To improve people performance we must invest in two ways: Encourage growth; equip our people with expanding KSA’s (Knowledge, Skills & … Continue reading
Posted in People Performance
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Small Ways to Boost Employee Morale
Posted on 09.16.2015
Employee morale plays a huge role in the overall success of a company and effects employees’ tenure and company culture. When employees are happy, they are more productive. They want to do a good job which intern improves the company culture. There are several things that employers can do that don’t require a lot of time or … Continue reading
Posted in People Performance
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Helpful Guidance During Tough Times
Posted on 02.19.2015
With lower oil prices comes layoffs, cutbacks and the ripple effects that hit the Houston area economy. Your management meetings are full of, “Should we adjust our targets, our budget, and our strategy?” Achilles Group builds close, engaged working relationships with our clients and in a very real and personal way. We know how hard … Continue reading
Posted in People Performance
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What did You Learn from Your First Job?
Posted on 02.11.2015
My first real job was as an Employment Coordinator with Achilles Group. I learned that before you ask for a raise – do your research! I will never forget when asking for my first raise I was asked back, “how much do you think you are worth?” I was speechless, turned 100 shades of red … Continue reading
Posted in The Team
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Best Christmas Ever
Posted on 01.12.2015
Now that the holidays – work, school and personal – are over, we asked Achilleans to remember their favorite Christmastime ever. Here’s our favorite so far: When I arrived at a small family Christmas dinner, I was surprised to see 50 friends and relatives yelling “surprise” at me! The group parted and there was my … Continue reading
Posted in Other
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Corporate Christmas Fun
Posted on 12.17.2014
I had never experienced Secret Santa – as an adult, any way. Last year’s event didn’t disappoint! I happily found a new little gift every day on my desk. What fun to find a new pencil, post-it notes or fist-full of candy canes! My “big” gift was a wooden wall hanging that I display photos … Continue reading
Posted in Other
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Strange Resume Components
Posted on 12.12.2014
This is the truth. No lie. Really. I was hiring security people for my company a while back. An item under one resume’s “Skills for the Position” section read: “I was convicted of murder and that will make me a great Security Officer.” No interview necessary, — Jennifer I think email addresses on resumes … Continue reading
Posted in Other
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Holiday Party Rules
Posted on 11.11.2014
Suggestions for EMPLOYERS hosting a SAFE and fun Holiday Party • Holiday events are meant to reward employees, build camaraderie and provide fun. • Establish a clear company policy that sets expectations regarding employee behavior at sponsored events. • Remind employees they represent the company and should dress accordingly. • If serving alcohol, take … Continue reading
Posted in Other
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Did college prepare you for your current position?
Posted on 10.16.2014
Yes! Several classes helped me become an HR professional (like Foundations of HR Development and Global Divisions in a Work Place). Just taking college classes taught me the value of time management, the importance of meeting deadlines, how to work in a team setting, and that determination allows you to reach your goals. And, of … Continue reading
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