How to turn employees into leaders
Now more than ever, employers need to hold on to their key employees. Follow these steps to plan carefully & put a strategy in place.
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Now more than ever, employers need to hold on to their key employees. Follow these steps to plan carefully & put a strategy in place.
Retaining those top employees Now more than ever, employers need to hold on to their key employees. The last thing any business needs as they are ramping up for the second half of the year is to have to recruit, train and mentor a new employee or employees. Not only can it cost between six and nine months of the outgoing employee’s salary to recruit and train their replacement, but it can have a negative impact on other employees. Constant change can be stressful and affect morale, motivation, and employee performance. Those who are left with an extra workload can end up feeling angry, resentful, and hard done by and this can only hurt productivity and organisational effectiveness in the long run. There are five common mistakes that employers make when it comes to staff: overworking them, not recognising their hard work, not having clear career paths for them, not providing development opportunities, and employing managers who don’t care. So, if you want to retain those top employees, we recommend that you follow these tips: Keep an eye on employee burnout Overworked staff can make mistakes, resulting in sick leave and exhaustion. If you expect your employees to be available 24/7 you may be asking too much. Prevent this by monitoring people’s workloads (especially if they are taking on additional responsibilities during someone’s vacation or after a resignation), develop a genuine concern for their wellbeing and encourage them to get plenty of rest, take frequent breaks and exercise regularly. Provide development opportunities This doesn’t necessarily mean increased salaries or promotions, but employees do need to feel invested in. Good companies hold onto their best employees by training and upskilling them, so speak with your staff about where they want their careers to go. Perhaps there are projects or openings in areas that they would like to further develop and the only way you will know is to ask. Many people need to know where their career is going to stay motivated in a role. Work with your staff to identify what they are looking for and help them define some clear objectives to help them reach their goals. Acknowledge your top employees’ good work In a workplace, each individual is a piece of the bigger picture. Employees who feel appreciated and recognised for a job well done will inevitably go that extra mile. They will be committed and more engaged if they believe that their contribution is making a difference and is acknowledged as doing so. Care about them as people, not just as employees Get to know your staff or at least your direct reports. Show a genuine concern, not just a perfunctory monthly meeting or yearly performance appraisal. Encourage them to ask questions, blow off steam and voice any concerns. You may not be able to help, nor may it be appropriate to help every time, but showing concern and a willingness to listen and empathise will demonstrate to them that you care about them as people, not just as work-producing employees. As recruiters, we have seen so many businesses invest money in recruiting, training and mentoring new employees only to have them leave because of lack of support, miscommunication or that they just were not the right fit. Plan carefully, put your recruitment strategy in place and talk to your staff! If you need help, give us a call. Elite Executive Pty Ltdwww.eliteexecutive.com.auCairns | Brisbane
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Tips and Tricks for the candidate
Fed up with hearing you need to ‘stand out’ from other job seekers? Use these 5 tips to make the most of your job hunt!
Preparing for an Interview A job interview is a critical time where you need to demonstrate to the company and hiring manager that you’re the best person for their job. Here are some pieces of advice on how to get ready for your interview. Step 1 – Do Your Research Researching the company and the industry in which they operate shows initiative, enthusiasm and a keen interest in the role. The fastest way to conduct research on a company is online. Start off with the company’s website and then try expanding your search using a search engine. Try to answer the following questions: What are the company’s core products and services? How is the company perceived in the marketplace? Find out what you can about the company’s financial situation. Try to think like a customer of the company and identify potential improvements. Research the company’s competitors and the industry as a whole. Step 2 – Preparation You should ensure you prepare thoroughly so that you are able to talk comfortably about yourself, your experience and how it relates to the role. Be familiar with your CV and prepared to answer questions from it. Similarly, ensure you have read the job description thoroughly if provided, and think of ways in which your experience will benefit your potential employer. Prepare yourself in advance for common interview questions. Conduct practice interviews with friends and family until you can comfortably answer each question without hesitation. Prepare questions to ask the employer. This shows your initiative and interest in the role and company. Find out where the interview will be, obtain clear directions, and confirm the time. Step 3 – The Interview Make sure your mobile phone is switched off. Relax and have confidence in your research and preparation. Greet your interviewer standing, with a firm handshake and a smile! Good body language is vital. Wait to sit until the interviewer does or until they offer you your chair. Sit up straight with both feet on the floor. Speak clearly and confidently. Try and maintain a comfortable level of eye contact throughout. Don’t rush to fill in silence. Think before you speak. Use practical examples to illustrate your skills and show how they suit the role and the company. Avoid one-word answers. Show enthusiasm for the role. Speak with clarity and confidence. Close the interview with a handshake and a genuine thank you; make a positive last impression. Step 4 – After the Interview Write down a short summary of the interview while it is still fresh in your mind. Note the areas in which you feel you went well, as well as any questions you found difficult to answer. This will help you to prepare for a possible second interview, or with future interviews for other roles. For more assistance with interview preparation, our team can assist. Visit our Career Services page or call our team today on 4088 1571. Eva Grabner Managing Director Elite Executive Pty Ltd www.eliteexecutive.com.au Cairns | Brisbane
Top Tips for Writing the Perfect Cover Letter In my line of work, I see a lot of cover letters. In fact, I use cover letters as a way of shortlisting candidates very quickly. Every one of our company adverts will ask an applicant to provide a cover letter. Those that don’t, well… into the ‘No’ pile they go! Why? Because if you can’t read a job advertisement and follow a basic instruction, then you’re clearly not the kind of person I think is up to more challenging tasks! What’s with cover letters? Are they necessary? Yes, they are. Some hiring managers consider them to be the most important part of your application. And while it would be easier to let your resume speak for itself, if that was the case then you would completely miss an opportunity to tell prospective employers who you are, highlight why they should hire you and stand out above all other candidates. Look at it this way – at best, a cover letter will make you stand out from the pack, at worst, it can make even the most promising candidate seem like an uncreative cut-and-paster. Sadly, the vast majority of cover letters read the same: Regurgitations of resumes that ramble on repeating the obvious. Would you finish reading one of those if you started to read it? No? I didn’t think so and I don’t either. The role of your cover letter is to ensure your resume gets read. Job applications are scanned in seconds by a human eye or a piece of software. In both cases the reader is looking to see if your skills and experience match the criteria detailed in a job ad. Ready to get started? To make sure your cover letter is in perfect shape and stands out amongst the others then follow these few painless tips: The first step is to actually read the job advert. Go through it with a highlighter or pen and mark the key words used by the employer/recruiter. As long as you can back up your claims, make appropriate use of these words in your cover letter. A cover letter should not be used to regurgitate your resume, it should highlight why you are a good match for the job in just three or four paragraphs. Tailor the cover letter to each job and if possible, personalise it using the relevant manager or recruiter’s name. If it’s not outlined in the advert then call the company and find out who the hiring manager is. Use simple, clear language and in the same font and style as your resume. The opening paragraph should clearly state what job you are applying for and how you believe you are suitable for the role. Paragraph two should tell the reader why they should be interested in you; this is where you expand on those key words they have outlined in the advert. A third paragraph could highlight a career achievement or two that are relevant to the job. Finally, close the letter politely: “Thank you for taking the time to read my application, I hope to have an opportunity to meet with you in person and discuss how I could contribute to your team”. Last, but not least, it is vital that you ask a friend or family member to proof-read the letter before you send it. Spelling and grammar mistakes are not acceptable when applying for a job. There is nothing worse than receiving a standard letter or one where the applicant has forgotten to change the name from the last employer they have applied to, so take the time to triple check these details. To show how serious you are about your career and your job search, take the time to apply to each position carefully. Don’t just send your resume out to every job advertised and remember – keep track of where it goes and to whom. It’s an important piece of your working existence and should be treated with the respect it deserves. Now go forth and write those perfect cover letters! Eva Grabner Managing Director Elite Executive Pty Ltd www.eliteexecutive.com.au Cairns | Brisbane
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