When Opportunity Knocks...Have an Open Enough Mind to Answer the Door
October 23, 2014
Omnia Group
“There exist limitless opportunities in every industry. Where there is an open mind, there will always be a frontier.” - Charles Kettering - American inventor, engineer, businessman, and holder of 186 patents. Some people have the ability to face the world with an open mind. But for the rest of us, it’s difficult to question […]
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The Most Important Trait to Hire for . . . and How to Assess it
October 10, 2014
Omnia Group
There is very little difference in people, but that little difference makes a big difference. The little difference is attitude. –W. Clement Stone The list of desirable attributes in job candidates is as long as your arm. There’s exactly how their qualifications match the requirements in the job posting. There’s education, years of experience, self-development […]
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What is a Purple Squirrel and Why Can’t You Recruit one?
September 25, 2014
Omnia Group
Have you ever seen a purple squirrel in your backyard? Probably not. Gray ones are commonplace, but the purple variety is rare. (However, it actually exists in nature, say the experts.) So-called purple squirrels are equally rare in the workplace. What IS a purple squirrel? In professional HR circles, a purple squirrel is a perfect […]
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Can Your Small Business Afford Not to Use Behavioral Assessments in Hiring Decisions?
August 28, 2014
Omnia Group
Figures vary as to the financial impact of a poor hiring decision on small businesses, but the general consensus is that the cost of employee turnover is high. Some experts estimate the cost at about 150% of an employee’s annual compensation, with a much higher cost for those in managerial and sales jobs. This means […]
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Getting the Most from Pre-Hire Assessments
August 19, 2014
Omnia Group
Two important concepts in testing are validity and reliability. A valid test measures what it purports to measure. A reliable test does so consistently. Not so fast. Even the best test can result in questionable outcomes if the tester forgets a couple of important things. How can you get the most out of pre-hire assessments? Be sure your assessments suit your […]
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The Art of Interviewing - Going Beyond Stengths and Weaknesses
March 5, 2014
Omnia Group
Article by: Deidre Forster It’s time to hire your next right-hand man or woman—an assistant like no other—the yin to your yang. Reviewing resumes and calling references led you to today: Interview time. The first candidate is due in 15 minutes. What will you ask them to determine if they are truly your next Watson or […]
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