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How to Ask Better Interview Questions

March 2, 2023

  Interviewing a candidate involves gathering as much information as possible in a short amount of time. The interview questions should range from specific to the role to broad enough to assess the candidate’s personality. Asking better interview questions helps determine the candidate’s suitability for the position. You better understand their hard and soft skills,…

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Your Staff Will Adore These Employee Appreciation Ideas

November 3, 2022

Building an attractive company culture requires employee appreciation. Employees who feel appreciated have greater job satisfaction. This increases engagement, performance, and morale. The longer your employees remain with your organization, the lower your recruiting costs. This improves your bottom line. Choose among these suggestions to express employee appreciation. Implement Peer-to-Peer Recognition Employees appreciate recognition from…

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How Can Managers Get the Training They Need to Give Great Performance Reviews?

October 6, 2022

The success of employee performance reviews depends on managers. They are the ones who implement the process. As a result, manager buy-in and participation are required for effective performance management. This promotes a culture of constructive feedback to improve employee performance. To maximize results, managers require training on the delivery process. This helps elevate individual…

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In a Hiring Crunch? Connectology Can Help You Find These Professionals!

September 8, 2022

Connectology was established in 2007 by experienced recruitment professionals who excel at placing talent. We work out of our St. Croix Valley office to serve manufacturing companies in the upper Midwest. Our Contingent, Engaged, and Retained Services provide customized solutions to meet our clients’ manufacturing talent needs. We work with individual contributors, managers, directors, vice…

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What Are the Benefits for Employers Who Use Contingent Staffing?

August 18, 2022

Contingent staffing often is used to fill skill gaps or handle a period of increased demand for labor. Adding this agility to your workforce can be beneficial for your manufacturing company. Contingent workers often are blended with your permanent employees to work on a project or help with seasonal work. These workers may stay for…

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3 Benefits of Partnering with Connectology for Your Staffing and Recruitment Needs

August 4, 2022

Are you looking for a manufacturing staffing and recruiting partner to fill your hiring needs? If so, you’re in the right place! Since 2007, Connectology has been placing manufacturing talent in the Upper Midwest. Our process, expectations, and confidentiality help us stand out and get results. Discover three ways that partnering with Connectology lets you…

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How Prioritizing Your Employees’ Mental Health Can Lead to Better Retention

May 5, 2022

As The Great Resignation continues, your company needs to do what it can to keep the employees that remain. One of the most effective ways to accomplish this is by promoting mental health among your employees. The ongoing effects of the coronavirus pandemic have increased the need to promote mental wellness for your employees. Emphasizing…

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6 Ways to Organize Your Warehouse

March 10, 2022

Having an organized warehouse helps your company run efficiently. This means your warehouse space needs to be optimized to fit your needs. The better your warehouse is organized, the more quickly your team can receive merchandise, prepare orders, load and ship containers, and maintain customer satisfaction. Implement these six tips to maintain organization in your…

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3 Tips to Eliminate Favoritism in the Workplace

August 2, 2019

If you are working to develop a top team, you probably recognize the danger of playing favorites. Favoritism disrupts workplace dynamics, kills morale and, ultimately, reduces productivity.   However, being fair isn’t as easy as it looks. Use these three strategies to do a better job of treating all your employees equally.      Hold Yourself Accountable According to Stanford University professor Robert Sutton, “When it comes to playing favorites, no matter how fair you think…

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