Pay and recognition are two of the most important factors that impact employee morale, performance and growth. From a company standpoint, if your business isn't keeping up with market trends, you can run the risk of losing talented employees and turning away top...
Data, when done right, increases efficiency which inevitably could translate into "somebody will lose their job." But as it turns out, demand is increasing for Big Data expertise as more companies become aware of the benefits associated with collecting and analyzing...
In the U.S., this is the month for giving thanks. We give thanks for the love of our family and friends and for the joy of life's bounties. It is a wonderful holiday - one without the pressure of giving gifts. In so many ways, it is a time for real reflection and...
From the Presidential debates to lawn signs and TV ads to the Voters' Pamphlet in your mailbox, there's no denying that election season is in full swing. During a presidential election season, political discussion and debate are prominent, often at family functions,...
At a recent WEN association presentation, the guest speaker (VP Human Resources from a major energy company) presented on the challenges and tips and tools you can readily access to improve your ability to communicate, navigate the political hierarchy of your...
A couple of months ago, Whitaker embarked on our first-ever salary survey for engineering and technical professionals in the refining and petrochemical industry. See the Results We decided to initiate this effort quite simply because nothing of its kind...
Early August puts us smack in the middle of the summer vacation season! Although it sometimes makes it more difficult to connect with candidates and clients who take vacation during this period, I'm always glad to see folks taking a break from work to enjoy time with...
Pokémon Go has become an overnight sensation with people of all ages and backgrounds spending more time on the app than on social media networks. As popularity continues to climb, companies are faced with new privacy and security concerns for those employees that play...
The calendar page has turned to July which means that half of 2016 is now over. Hard to believe that time marches on so quickly! However it causes me to pause and reflect on how we have measured up to the personal and professional goals we set for ourselves and our...
LinkedIn, Twitter, Classmates.com, Facebook, Google+. Pinterest… “networking” opportunities are everywhere. Wikipedia lists OVER 200 current “major active social networking websites” excluding online dating sites. Ironically, with all this “interaction” I still...
Is a job change really right for you? There are four basic reasons a person changes jobs: 1. SituationSituation has nothing to do with the job itself. Some people change jobs because they’re being laid off or have a spouse who’s being...
Patricia Simpson Promoted to Vice President of Whitaker IT Patricia Simpson has been promoted to Vice President of Whitaker IT due to her successful management strategies, launch of our DFW office, and excellence in training and development of our...
What’s Most Important to Candidates in Today’s Talent Market WHAT’S MY FUTURE HERE? That’s the crucial question candidates are asking right now. In this competitive talent market full of multiple offer scenarios and counteroffers, candidates...
Is a job change really right for you? There are four basic reasons a person changes jobs: 1. SituationSituation has nothing to do with the job itself. Some people change jobs because they’re being laid off or have a spouse who’s being...
Patricia Simpson Promoted to Vice President of Whitaker IT Patricia Simpson has been promoted to Vice President of Whitaker IT due to her successful management strategies, launch of our DFW office, and excellence in training and development of our...
What’s Most Important to Candidates in Today’s Talent Market WHAT’S MY FUTURE HERE? That’s the crucial question candidates are asking right now. In this competitive talent market full of multiple offer scenarios and counteroffers, candidates...