Background checks are a critical screening tool for employers. However, it is imperative that companies conduct them, and take action in response to them, in a lawful manner. As illustrated through many recently filed lawsuits, this issue appears to have… Read more→
I am hoping by now you have seen our rocking rebrand of the EFBC. It took an immense amount of work and effort by our strategic planning committee, strategic partners, executive committee and staff to make this happen. It was… Read more→
Leveraging freelance resources is no longer just for Goliath cutting edge tech firms like Google. Hiring isn’t easy and it isn’t a perfect science. Maybe it’s time to consider the hybrid option, the “try and buy.”
We’ve worked hard all fall and winter to help our clients prepare for April 15th, but how will our collective efforts pan out? While the work of tax season is fresh in our minds, we wanted to share our insights… Read more→
Employee benefits are designed to attract and retain the highest quality employees. Yes, they can be expensive and yes, the cost seems to go up each year. If we look at the benefits as an investment toward finding and keeping the right people,… Read more→
Millennials – the largest generation in today’s workforce – are moving into management and are starting to create shifts in corporate culture and leadership styles.
Everyone wants to know: How much should I spend on marketing this year? Truth is, there’s no silver bullet that will tell you how and where to put your dollars. If you run a search on google, you’ll find stats… Read more→
Josh Bersin, a Human Resource Business Analyst, has found the following: “Companies that embrace diversity in all aspects of their business statistically outperform their peers.”
It is critical for companies to consider the harm that they could suffer by an unexpected employee departure. The good news is that companies can take a number of steps to minimize the exposure and risks associated with losing a… Read more→
I started my company, MKD Electric, 23 years ago. We’re an electrical contracting business located in Elgin, IL. I’ve been in the electrical business since I was 19 starting with my first job at Cal’s Electric in Wood Dale. I had… Read more→
