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We recently gave 8 tips for better and, above all, more efficient job interviews. Due to the high demand, we want to go into a little more detail today and show you how you can ideally structure your job interviews and which questions you should definitely ask. Recruiting is set in stone When there is a vacancy to be filled…
If you want to set up a business or start-up in Europe, you need to be well informed in advance. Tax aspects, necessary permits, business registrations or important information from the tax office must be observed. What is the situation in Europe for founders? 5 European countries and their founding modalities at a glance. 1. The new business in Germany In the beginning there is the business idea,…
Business founders and small companies with a small marketing budget in particular often find it difficult to find the right strategy for selling their products and services. 10 tips. What makes good advertising, especially for small businesses? "If you're going to put a dollar into your business, you have to have a second ready to announce it." This…
Career 4.0: One term, many ideas. The change in the world of work changes career paths and ensures higher employee turnover. How do companies deal with this? 5 tips for employer branding. Employer branding: How careers work today From baby boomers to Gen Z: Every generation has its own idea of a career and the ideal working conditions. Companies have to face this…
Studies or training – this is the question many people who want to do something educational ask themselves. What speaks for a study? What vocational training? And can both be combined? Points of contact for early childhood education: training opportunities and studies Anyone who wants to look after the little ones - so far it has mostly been women who take up this profession - traditionally does an apprenticeship as an educator.…
Personnel and HR managers are constantly juggling with highly sensitive data. Data protection should therefore have top priority. With the new European General Data Protection Regulation, not only does the responsibility for handling sensitive data increase, but also the penalties for violations. What will HR managers have to pay attention to in the future? The Federal Data Protection Act still applies in Germany - but already...
How do you become successful? Crises in particular show us again and again where we have to change something fundamentally in order to do something differently. And every change has a domino effect. The biggest domino effect in the world On November 13, 2009, Domino Day, Weijers Domino Productions in Leeuwarden, the Netherlands, organized the biggest domino effect in the world by producing more…
The job advertisement is your company's first direct approach to potential candidates and thus influences the first impression that the candidate gets of your company. This should be as realistic as possible. Draw an honest picture Draw an honest and open picture, both of your company and of your expectations and the professional…
Qualified personnel is the most important resource for companies. That's why headhunters are being used more and more often. Clients should pay attention to this. What is a headhunter and what does he do? Finding the right candidates for open positions is time-consuming and requires resources that many HR departments don't have. This is where headhunters come in, who act as external…
A successful, successful life is not something that is born from the fairy godmother, it has to be worked for and needs a vision. 5+10 tips. Why our lives need a vision A vision is a clear idea or goal that we have for ourselves and our lives. It gives us direction and...
Good stories are different from the usual stuff, they surprise and dock on emotions. They are best told in alternation between past and present. They're weird in every sense of the word, and most importantly, they're - true. Companies need a veritable store of stories. So go in search of good stories.…
Many entrepreneurs are firefighters in their main job: they extinguish fires all day long, rushing from one disaster operation to the next. They do their actual work in the evenings. It would make more sense to establish a functioning fire protection system so that no fire breaks out. Clear recipes instead of vague concepts When you eat out in a good restaurant, you expect consistent quality. You want…
Perfection alone does not determine success - neither in sales nor in music. The ratio, i.e. perfection, always needs emotion, i.e. attraction. Perfection is not decisive Perfection alone does not determine success - neither in sales nor in music. The technical knowledge and skill alone is only...
As part of this text, the success factors in eCommerce according to the models of e-business experts Prof. Dr. Gerrit Heinemann from the Niederrhein University of Applied Sciences explains. Heinemann derives eight key success factors from his model, which he calls the 8S success factors of eCommerce. 8S success factors according to Heinemann in detail With the help of multi-year analyzes of consulting projects, business and field reports...
We are surrounded by lies every day, much more than we think. But why can't we trust others unconditionally? 5 insights. Don't make it easy for others Jane Sullivan readily admits to making it easy for an investment firm CEO to rip off $250.000 of her retirement savings. jane...
Even if this simple fact can quickly be overlooked in the stressful everyday working life: bosses are only human. If you, as a manager, want to continuously motivate your employees to achieve high levels of performance, you are well advised to take your humanity with you into the office. We explain why. High performance and humanity are not mutually exclusive High performance and humanity are mutually exclusive...
Winning customers is difficult: customer requirements are changing faster and faster, customer loyalty is declining, the variety of offers is unmanageable. But sellers can use these new market requirements to acquire customers. 1. Changing customer buying behavior Anyone who is successful on the market today may already be gone tomorrow. Let’s ask ourselves how our own purchasing behavior changes in…
Hannes returns to his workplace. The management has just drawn up a new mission statement. But what does that actually mean exactly? New mission statement – what now? He spent the past two days in a pleasant seminar hotel in a retreat workshop. Participants were the members of the management. They had withdrawn from the hectic everyday life to start a new...
Surprising wishes from a customer or an unexpected crisis acting from the outside - both of which can often not be dealt with quickly enough in existing structures. Different approaches are needed here. Self-initiative is required Taking personal initiative, ignoring obstructive processes and interdisciplinary cooperation. Exactly what common sense dictates but the organization often forbids. Important…
Automation will radically change the labor market. We analyzed 10 professions and their growth opportunities in Germany. 1. Data security On our site we see which jobs are offered worldwide and which skills are in demand. This data speaks a clear language: The job descriptions of the future either complement the work of machines or are to a large extent...
Referral marketing is an important aspect of modern online marketing - from attracting new customers to maintaining a good reputation. We show what is important. Modern marketing is more than a one-way street Nowadays, a company's marketing strategy is more than a one-way street. It is about identifying the target market and giving them the information…
Dietmar Mueller-Elmau inspired Angela Merkel and Barack Obama at the G2015 summit in 7. An interview about politics, Silicon Valley, employer branding and the refugee crisis. Dietmar Mueller-Elmau is the grandson of Elmau founder Johannes Müller. In 1997 he and his wife Heidrun leased Elmau Castle in order to use the proceeds from the sale of the globally successful software company Fidelio…
Many companies are said to be desperately looking for skilled workers. If you then take a closer look, you will find: Dialogue is often avoided! Courting for the best minds Many say that companies are desperately looking for skilled workers. "The market has turned," say the companies. "Nowadays you have to apply to the applicant," say some hiring managers. "I can imagine...
When giving a speech, how do you grab and hold the attention of your audience? There are also a number of stylistic devices that ensure action. we introduce them to you. The old antithesis of good and evil! You already know that too, because every action film masters this stylistic device perfectly: the contrast, in technical jargon also antithesis...
Generation Y is on everyone's lips. If a HR manager then sits across from the applicant, it often turns out that they have already prepared the answers to “conventional” questions. Real information? none. We show you how to lure the candidates out of the reserve. The classics in job interviews First of all: The “classics” among the questions in…
Have you ever been “talked into” something? No wonder you can only think of negative things when it comes to sales. Sellers are well advised to think carefully about what the customer really needs, to take objections seriously and to keep promises beyond the sale. The negative image When people are asked what spontaneously comes to mind when it comes to salespeople,…
Digitization is changing how we live and work not only today but also in the future. Digital tools, chat bots and artificial intelligence are only early harbingers of what is to come. But people should always be the focus. Digital changes for employees For many employees in companies, the…
With increasing globalization, foreign language skills are becoming indispensable when it comes to career advancement. In addition to the fact that you can beat some competitors out of the race when applying for applications, everyday professional life and communication with business partners is also made much easier. What is suggestopedia? However, acquiring or improving language skills in one’s own country remains difficult…
Before the long-awaited employment, HR managers often sweat and tears that are shed during an assessment center. What tests and exercises are lurking here and how do you survive the selection process? Assessment Center: Meaning Purpose Definition Top documents, a top impression in the interview and the fact that your own qualifications match the job exactly are often enough...
The application process has barely begun when, with a bit of luck and skill, you will be invited to your first assessment center. But what exactly is waiting for you there? 10 tips to use the recruiting day successfully for yourself. How does an assessment center work? The assessment center is usually a one- to three-day…
Psychology is still one of the most popular majors. The numerus clausus hurdle is correspondingly high – the average selection threshold is 1,7. The almost complete conversion of diploma courses to bachelor's degrees has not changed this. A wide range of career opportunities Admittedly, university places are now usually offered by the universities themselves and not…
Some applicants receive rejection after rejection. But it is not always due to the lack of qualifications: Often enough, banal formal reasons are to blame for the application being rejected immediately. But what do recruiters really pay attention to? Application 2go: It's not that easy, especially for start-ups and young internet companies, application seems easy and relaxed. Example Twitter:…
Employer branding is becoming more and more important, so negative employee ratings are all the more annoying for companies, but applicants can look forward to the unexpected insights into the employer. 10 tips on how job seekers use rating portals in a targeted manner. Sense and nonsense of rating portals Sense and nonsense of rating portals are not only a highly controversial topic in many marketing departments, but also in human resources...
Artificial intelligence is on the rise, also in human resources. But there are also disadvantages, keyword discrimination against applicants. Recruiters need to be aware of this. How artificial intelligence can improve working life Artificial intelligence, or AI for short, has now achieved a level of awareness that goes far beyond the IT industry. Ever since the success of ChatGPT, many people have been fascinated by what…
Again and again have up Best of HR – Berufebilder.de® different authors asked how open or authentic applicants should behave in job interviews. Job interviews – the big mystery? There were various tips and hints on these topics, but also a wide range of suggestions and points of criticism. For this reason we would like to address this topic in this…
Cultural fit was the subject of a panel discussion at the some time ago Süddeutschen Newspaper. Studies also show how important the topic is. Where does human resources actually stand - and where will HR stand in the future? Reinhold Messner: Cultural fit in extreme situations I've been dealing with the topic of cultural fit for a number of years. So…
How do you put together an excellent team of employees? Professional qualifications and experience are undoubtedly important, but new employees must also fit the company culture. Six questions to identify the right candidate. Exceptional Questions, Informative Answers Attracting talented employees, receiving applications from them, and identifying talented employees are essential to building a business or…
Are you constantly applying and receiving one rejection after the other? Then it may be that you make classic mistakes in the application that can be avoided. 4 classic mistakes that can cost applicants their job Anyone looking for a job is faced with the task of finding the right job. It is important to inform the potential employer...
Making offers is part of selling. But what goes wrong when salespeople prepare plenty of offers, but then no orders follow? Sellers and those responsible for sales must ask themselves this question. Why sellers write offers too quickly There are many reasons to fulfill the desire for a written offer. Often the seller just wants to be present, even if…
Nowadays, anyone who wants to study usually applies or looks for a place at university, which they pursue until they graduate and then go looking for a job. In the best-case scenario, you've done a few internships on the side. Does this affect all students? No. A small group stubbornly resists the scheme F and immediately does a dual degree. Education…
Applications as a manager are not always easy, because managers have special requirements. 8 tips on how to deal with them. What makes the application as a manager so special? Applying to be a manager requires certain skills, knowledge and experience. Knowing what to put on a resume and how to present yourself at an interview...
How do you find a job when you need it fast? The ultimate guide to finding a job in the next 30 days. Finding a job in 30 days – how does it work? Attention, the time is ticking now! Do you want to find a job in the next 30 days? Everyone has to start somewhere, and it's...
Jobs with a good work-life balance are in demand among applicants. But how do you find such dream jobs and can your own job become more relaxed? What does the perfect work-life balance job look like? Work-life balance sounds great at first. Because everything that sounds hip and cool and promises a lot of fun is “in”. Corresponding jobs are often hyped up as dream jobs. No…
University graduates in particular often have high-flying, idealistic plans for their professional future - and then very quickly fail in reality when looking for a job. 5 tips on how to put your skills into practice. 5 tips for looking for a job: Take a pragmatic approach It is therefore advisable to approach the job search very pragmatically. Complaining doesn't bring...
Collaboration means working together instead of against each other - across all departmental boundaries. We need inspiring friends, reliable allies and helping companions in an increasingly interconnected world. "Cross-fertilization" is what Apple calls it. The chance for serendipity increases But when knowledge is networked, it can lead to the most astonishing destinations. For example, innovative strength increases with...
Martin Geiger is a productivity expert, keynote speaker, keynote speaker and coach. In an interview, he explains why coaches will continue to be in demand in the future and why being a telephone coach is the ideal second job. In 2003, Geiger founded a licensing system for coaching by telephone with the training to become a "Life Coach according to Martin Geiger". In 2007, the European Coaches' Alliance voted him Coach of the Year.
Artificial intelligence is on the rise, but there is often a lack of specialists to drive development forward. What should companies pay attention to when recruiting IT and what makes real AI specialists? Interview with Marc-David Rompf from the HR consultancy dla. Marc-David Rompf is co-founder and principal of the personnel consultancy dla Digital Leaders Advisory. He specializes in filling top management positions in...
Many thousands of students start their studies at a university every semester full of expectation. But what are your experiences, what do first-year students have to do in particular and what are the initial problems to be overcome? It is clear that in some ways the university is like a fair. All beginnings are difficult? Just learn what really interests you, get to know nice people and in general -...
The application was successful, have you been invited to an interview? Congratulations. But now the real challenge begins: how do I even prepare for an interview? Some basic tips that you should keep in mind: Success in the job interview: it all depends on the basics One thing is clear: job interviews allow certain conclusions to be drawn about the way of future cooperation...
Women in the IT industry are rare, but very much in demand: teams of different compositions generate different ideas and equality is part of the credo of many companies. Still, many HR professionals struggle with hiring women. Here we want to clarify why this is the case and what you can do. Still too few women in STEM subjects The…
Again and again one encounters lies, loss of trust and manipulation in management. The case of Klaus Zumwinkel was a blatantly deep case. One inevitably asks: What is behind it and how did it even come to this? A name that creates trust Those who thought they knew Klaus Zumwinkel well described him as an honorable person who…
Borrowing instead of buying is very much in vogue. Also with bicycles. On the island of Usedom, a transport system was developed from this idea with state support that could be forward-looking. Bicycles and public transport as a complete alternative to driving a car? I have often written about innovative bicycle rental systems lately – for example the Bixi bike in Montreal, where…
A lack of understanding for applicant concerns and standard processes are deadly if you want to attract top talent. Candidate journeys and personas that embody prototypical applicants are therefore extremely useful. With their help, you gain a clear advantage over other companies that continue to treat candidates according to “scheme F”. Candidate journey with an affinity for applicants: today a must Who, as an applicant with…
Numerous studies prove it: The job interview is proven to be the weakest instrument in personnel selection - and yet the most widespread. Hardly any applicant gets into his new position without an interview. Learn how to get closer to finding the right candidate without just listening to your gut. Blinders instead of X-ray vision Most…
The gaming company G2A.COM wants to use a targeted campaign to draw attention to the importance of diversity in the industry and in society. Mona Kinal, CMO at G2A.COM, in an interview about the goals of the campaign. Mona Kinal holds a Master's degree in Political Science from the University of Warsaw and a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from SWPS. She studied…
If you are looking for a job, you need one thing above all: a meaningful, well-structured CV. We show in 6 steps what is important. A good résumé makes all the difference Sometimes it's like a bewitchment: you put so much effort into your last application - and still you didn't get the great job. Now means...
What happens if you don't continue with your studies? Recently there were 7 tips on whether you should quit your studies or continue studying. Today there are 7 tips for finding a job after dropping out of college. Despite reservations, dropouts have many options. There are good reasons for dropping out of studies Dropping out of studies is…
Many companies complain about a shortage of skilled workers. Flexible working hours, trust-based working hours without controls, as they have already been introduced by companies from Microsoft to Coca Cola, should now make employers more interesting. But the topic of working from home has long been a big PR topic. Home office – PR against a shortage of skilled workers Working from home has numerous advantages: Home office enables employees to work flexibly…
Finding employees is not difficult, but keeping good ones is even more so – that could be the motto of many companies. But what do companies do to keep their good employees? And which companies are particularly successful? How retention management works LinkedIn co-founder Konstantin Guericke takes unusual paths to get to know employees and business partners better: he hikes. “Special experience at…
“We live in a transition period with profound breaks. It's not just about a technological transformation, it's about a social and cultural one - and it changes our thinking, leadership and management, ”says Prof. Dr. Bernhard von Mutius, a future thinker at the HPI School of Design Thinking. But it is precisely the change in people's minds that falls...
In uncertain times of crisis, the need for security is particularly high. An overview of training paths in the security industry. What jobs are there in the guard and security service provider industry? An ever-growing area of the German economy is the branch of guard and security service providers, which includes around 6.000 companies and around 260.000 employees. More and more safety-related...
Everyone is talking about team leadership, participation and diversity. A lot of chic trend terms are thrown around. So why is it often so difficult in reality? And what can we do better? 5 tips. Team Leadership: Antisocial Sociability Teams at the top are a world of “antisocial sociability” – caught in the dilemma between…
If you are aiming for a promotion, you should not just wait and hope that the work you have done will be rewarded, but take action yourself. These 8 steps will speed up the process. Clear company structures for a clean promotion As a rule, employees who want to grow professionally prepare themselves for a possible promotion and sit down…
Lying in the application and gaps in the CV are a trivial offense for many applicants. Because many companies are primarily looking for applicants with very specific knowledge. 13 tips that are better than lies. Necessity is the mother of invention? Necessity makes some applicants very inventive when it comes to the information in the CV: We would be happy to...
In modern working life, it is often difficult to remain empathetic and warm-hearted. In this way, what everyone actually wants can be achieved. Managing Feelings and Emotions in the Workplace In today's fast-paced world, work can easily become a cold and impersonal place. We are often so focused on achieving goals and...
What well-qualified specialist would like to work at JWD? A problem that many companies in the province have because suitable applicants prefer to work and live in the hip big cities. What is the solution? When big corporations and hip big cities lure What can attract highly qualified applicants to small, medium-sized companies not far from the big cities? What must...
In an interview, Sylke Sergel, Head of Corporate Human Resources at EOS, explains how employees become brand ambassadors and how companies are recruiting IT talent in the digital age. Sylke Sergel, born in Oberhausen in 1974, studied business administration and started her career in human resources. She worked in the construction industry and then in the automotive sector, where she was operational in all HR areas.
No matter how well you plan, something will always go wrong. The fatal thing is that such failures usually only show up when something has gone wrong that often can no longer be changed. But how can failures be turned into successes? What to do in case of errors? Example: Mrs F. has...
HR, Human Resource, is traditionally an administrative activity. But in the war for talent, new skills are required in human resources that strengthen the employer brand. Trust is an important keyword here. 30 questions that support recruiters. Criticism of traditional HR work Dear HR Manager, we need to talk. Lately, through lectures, e.g. at the Zukunft Personal…
Focus on customer enthusiasm - that's what most companies write on their imaginary flags. But very few people consider that it takes a lot of time and attention. Not only for the customers, but first and foremost for the employees! Enthusiastic employees, satisfied customers Employees who love their job and therefore make customers happy are an ideal...
We have repeatedly been on Best of HR – Berufebilder.de® dealt with the issue of skills shortages. In the constant discussion, one thing above all becomes clear: the fairy tale or the reality of the shortage of skilled workers is above all a question of perspective. A question of perspective We experience many different perspectives again and again in our day-to-day business.…
Inboxes, group discussions, role-playing games, case studies and the like cause headaches for many applicants. Anyone who knows the right strategies and practices beforehand has clear advantages in the assessment center. In this selection process, a master rarely falls from the sky. Challenging course of tasks in the assessment center Anyone who has made it to the assessment center belongs to the narrowest group of applicants to be taken seriously. The typical…
Job references should be abolished, according to the unanimous opinion of many experts. But there are also a number of pro arguments. Is a neutral job description the better way? Should job references be abolished because they are simply too time-consuming? Or continue to be retained? To solve the question “work reference or not?” experts suggest relying on neutral job descriptions without any technical…
Recruiting, the classic procurement of personnel, is an important topic - but one that very few applicants really have any idea about. You should know these 28 things. This is how recruitment works: 5 things that applicants need to know No company in the world can do without employees, so millions of recruiters, that’s the technical term for recruiters, are on…
Who's the best of them all? Evaluate job exchanges quickly and easily Companies that want to advertise vacancies are spoiled for choice: Evaluation of well-known job exchanges Because with 1.800 online job portals in Germany alone, the range of offers is unmanageable. The Crosspro Research user survey also shows that 93% of job seekers use up to 6 job portals at the same time, so that they don’t…
Many people are interested in creative jobs in the fashion industry, so we looked at fashion-related courses. The industry – many opportunities for academics The fashion and textile industry has undergone major changes in recent years. Due to globalization, many activities for which no great know-how is important have been transferred to countries...
Nowadays, knowledge of certain processes or connections has become the fourth production factor - alongside labour, land and capital. This is where the information broker's job begins. Knowledge is power How, for example, does a politician who wants to be re-elected, or a manager who wants to introduce a new technology in his company, get the relevant information that…
Online applications are becoming more and more important, and with it the importance of an applicant's online reputation. Two things count above all: good photos – and the right network! 2 X 10 tips on this. Good photos, bad photos Ultimately, the presence on Xing and Co. is nothing more than a latent permanent application. But also Xing members who are in…
Highly qualified doctors and scientists who live in the USA would like to come back - but they cannot find a job in Germany. How can that be? Highly Qualified Specialists – Desperately Wanted? The topic of a shortage of skilled workers and also the doubts as to whether the shortage in Germany is really as great as is often claimed was discussed on Best of HR –…
And action: The world of work is changing and with it the human resources industry. While HR was traditionally an activity for managing work productivity, today it has to be so much more: a contact for employees, an ambassador for the employer brand and, last but not least, the driving force behind social change in the world of work. How can this succeed? HR and its social understanding On…
In today's working world, tasks are constantly being automated and processes optimized. More than ever, success is based on a qualified workforce. For this, however, all employees need access to relevant teaching materials and training courses. Skills shortage despite automation How big is the risk of losing your job, driven by automation and digitization? 47 percent of all employees in the financial services sector believe…
When asked “What do you want to be when you grow up?”, ballerinas or princesses were very popular in childhood. Diversity can and must change that. IT companies are a male domain Although career aspirations change over the course of growing up, the trend in career choice towards typically female jobs remains the same. IT consultant or front-end developer stands by…
Digital change requires a completely new understanding of leadership. In the future, 4 key factors will be decisive for the success of a company and its managers. An overview. What is the Ashridge Management Index? Many experts agree that leadership and management must change for the future. How well or badly are managers prepared for this? Goal of our…
In times of the "War for Talents" it is essential to position yourself as an attractive employer and thus be one step ahead of other companies. What exactly needs to be done to draw the attention of suitable talent to your company? Why is employer branding important at all? In times of a shortage of skilled workers and the “War for Talents”,…
Bosses complain about unmotivated employees, employees complain about bad bosses. Who is to blame for the conflicts in companies? About the two sides of a coin. Evil bosses or unmotivated employers? Many employees complain about bad bosses, bad atmosphere in the company, bad working conditions. But is it always the fault of the employer? Or maybe it's not...
Many companies are increasingly relying on adjustments in their own company philosophy. The focus is always on a good image – both externally and internally. The employees in particular shape the entrepreneurial career. Every single one is asked. Employer branding: the power of positive external representation It is important for every company to have the best external representation...
Bonus systems are generally regarded as an effective method of rewarding employees fairly because they are performance-related. And they are considered the number one motivational tool. Recently, however, the criticism of performance bonuses has become louder and louder. How can companies enforce a fair salary. Bonus systems with care One of the main points of the critics: Bonuses would drive employees to perform instead of intrinsically...
There is a lot of talk at the moment about the future of the world of work and recruiting in particular. Technology is often the focus. But a lot will also change on a human level. Employee recommendations could revolutionize recruiting. Game-changer potential New recruiting tools can have game-changer potential. It is exciting when the human component...
Whether you are self-employed or an employee – anyone who sells is good for the company. It's just stupid that sellers all too often have a dysfunctional relationship with selling. It is precisely the inner attitude that decides on success and failure. Success ≠ Rest Far too often, salespeople pursue a passive behavior: the joy of apparent self-runners and existing customers, which of course…
How can companies differentiate themselves and attract talent? Applicants today have increasingly high expectations of potential employers. HR departments are therefore testing new strategies and technologies to meet these demands and differentiate themselves from the competition. Employer branding: First impressions matter How potential new employees experience your recruiting process says a lot about your...
People like to talk about diversity in companies, but career changers often have a hard time applying. How can the entry still succeed? And how does a humanities graduate make it to CEO? Opportunities for career changers Some time ago I was invited to a panel discussion at ESCP Europe Berlin. The topic: Ways into the economy...
If you want to attract the best talent, you have to approach them openly. This also applies to medium-sized companies, but many do not dare to approach active sourcing. Inhibitions are unnecessary – and the opportunities are great. Qualified young talent wanted A job advertisement in the local newspaper, a notice at the university: In order to recruit the best candidates, it is enough...
Dr. Christoph Kahlenberg is director of the Randstad Academy. In an interview, he reports why further training is becoming increasingly important in the labor market of the future. Kahlenberg studied political science, history and philosophy and received his doctorate in media studies. He began his professional career in sales at a large German insurance group. He joined Randstad in 1998 and was there for over ten years…
Using optimal documents from letters of motivation to application folders can be very time-consuming. How do you manage to write an optimal application even under time pressure? Tip 1: Your application documents must be a Spiegel Writing your resume and cover letter isn't actually a "painting thing" It takes time and an accurate recap of your practical and theoretical experiences. Analyze this...
Ghosting, a well-known phenomenon from the private sphere, can also pose a major problem for companies as well as employees and cause psychological damage. How do I handle this? Definition: Ghosting as a psychological phenomenon Ghosting is a phenomenon known from psychology that can also occur in business life. It means that you promise to meet someone...
Magazine: Recent Posts Apply & find a job Looking for a job and going through the application process successfully is a complicated process. The Basics Overview, Application & Job Search: Basics Applying and finding the right job can seem like a daunting task, especially in today's competitive job market. From searching for…
Magazine: Current Articles Job Descriptions & Careers The selection of possible jobs and educational paths is almost endless. We show what is important when choosing a career. Choosing a career – but which job is the right one? Are you a college graduate or someone looking for a career change? Are you unsure what job descriptions there are and what career path you are taking...
Magazine: Current Articles Recruiting & Retaining Employees Talent and HR management, recruiting, employer branding and employee retention are crucial success factors for companies today. It's all about this. Employer branding, recruiting and human resources management are fundamental to the success of any business. With increasing competition in the job market, it becomes a crucial challenge for most businesses to…
Magazine: Current Articles Inspiration Strategy Marketing Good, inspiring ideas, the right strategy and marketing are the key components for business success. It Matters: Why Inspiration, Strategy and Marketing Matter for Business Success In today's competitive business world, it takes more than a great product or service to thrive. Inspiration,…
Good stories are ones that we can easily decipher because they show a familiar pattern, reminding us of a fairy tale, for example. They are an ideal marketing tool. 1. Every hero's journey has an arc of suspense Well-crafted stories are told from the hero's perspective. They usually follow the course of a hero's journey. Most importantly, you will...
A game is in progress when there are at least two players. And there are two types of games: finite and infinite. The Infinite Game In finite games, the players are known. They conform to set rules and there is an agreed goal. If it is reached, a finite game is over. Soccer is an example...
You are currently not looking for a new seller? 3 reasons why you as a company should always be on the lookout for good sales staff. Looking for the super salesman: 3 reasons The first Monday after the holidays, 11:00 am. Now is the time when the online job boards have the most hits. Now many people come from...
What goals and wishes, expectations and fears does the customer have? A needs analysis in 7 steps helps salespeople find out what the customer really wants. Bad purchases are thus avoided, as are useless customer appointments. Good salespeople understand customers, the main thing is that the customer buys. That hasn't been the case for a long time. Good salespeople also have a moral obligation to customers before a…
Education is an important means of integrating refugees, for which there are already numerous projects. There have been numerous projects since 2015. A review. Creative projects on the subject of refugees There are a number of creative projects to improve the difficult situation of refugees. In his blog, Thomas Eggert organized the blog parade “Human Relations for…
Job search and application from self-employment to a firmly structured employment relationship: 8 tips on how this can be successful. Why do entrepreneurs apply for a permanent job? Entrepreneurship is an ever-growing and changing field, and it requires a range of skills to succeed. This is not the ideal form of employment for everyone:…
Customers are (not) something that can be planned. They come and go. For this reason alone, systematic new customer acquisition is necessary. However, for fear of rejection, even experienced salespeople often shy away from approaching potential buyers. No economic stimulus program for competitors Why do so many salespeople neglect the topic of systematic new customer acquisition? There are different reasons for this. It's not that rare to have...
It's always the same. When you read a job ad, everything sounds tempting. But when it comes to applying, you often get unsure whether you meet the requirements or whether the company really keeps what it promises. Man as a product? In principle, the job market is a market like any other. A…
Studying at a distance university can offer advantages and disadvantages compared to a traditional university. An overview of distance learning. New educational opportunities via distance learning college Our world is developing rapidly technologically and with it the educational opportunities for students. Digital studies via the Internet with its networking and better access to information and…
Sudden staff departures often present companies with a major challenge. With the help of the right employer branding strategy, you can close this gap and become the employer of choice for the right applicants. Finding the right employees is crucial for competition The ability of a company to be able to provide itself with the necessary workers at any time is developing into an existential…
Dorothea Assig and Dorothee Echter advise international top managers as Assig+Echter Top Management Ambition. In the interview, you tell us what goes wrong in the selection of executives and top managers. Dorothea Assig, expert for outstanding careers, and Dorothee Echter, top management.knowledge.worldwide, have specialized in advising top management worldwide for over two decades. You lead outstanding management personalities with their organizations and…
Clothes make the man – still! In fact, companies are once again attaching importance to smart business attire. 2 X 17 tips on what women and men should really look out for when it comes to their job outfits. Unique Selling Proposition Style The products and services are becoming more and more similar and a company - whether large, medium or small - can only distinguish itself today through "employee personalities"...
The opening of new markets around the world offers companies numerous growth opportunities. As a result of globalization and internationalization, foreign language skills are now indispensable. But the best way to learn them is in your own country! International skills are essential It's not just big companies like Siemens, Google, Apple or Zalando that look beyond their own national borders. The world is growing together that have...
Many companies want to be top employers, with highly-qualified applicants just banging on their doors. And yet, for many, it is anything but easy. A LinkedIn director explains what the top companies are doing better. Employer branding instead of job advertisements It is well known that there is more to finding employees these days than placing a job advertisement. The job market is now heavily applicant-centric.…
Companies are well advised to specifically woo important top performers in companies. Because 5% of the employees are responsible for 25% of the performance. But they are looking for new challenges more often than many employers think, as a study by Indeed shows. Top performers are actively looking for new jobs A recent recruiting study by Indeed shows: Who in his…
There are people with whom you just get on well - and personalities who are demanding and exhausting. And maybe you are one of them yourself? How can this be changed? Always those high expectations As a typical extroverted perfectionist, you probably have high expectations not only of yourself, but also of others. Possibly speaking...
Dr. In an interview, Stefan Kannewischer explains why he hired refugees for entrepreneurial reasons, how successful integration can succeed - and what could work even better. Dr. Stefan Kannewischer is Managing Director of Kannewischer Management AG and the Kannewischer Collection, which includes 6 thermal baths throughout Germany. After studying business administration in St. Gallen, he worked…
Not only since the participation in the ARD report "The fairy tale of the shortage of skilled workers" is this topic Best of HR – Berufebilder.de® a perennial favorite. Because the apparent lack is often homemade. TV show on the shortage of skilled workers I have been dealing with the issue of the shortage of skilled workers for many years. In 2014, for example, I was in an ARD report on the subject of a shortage of skilled workers, which…
The basic structure of a general reference also applies to leadership references, but there are two essential conditions that must be met in order to create an appropriate impression. Why is a good job reference so important for specialists and managers? In order to have a successful career, one must demonstrate one's professionalism and competence. This is especially true for people who…
Among other things, Robindro Ullah was head of recruiting at Deutsche Bahn. Today, among other activities, he publishes a lifestyle magazine for the HR industry. A conversation about employer branding and dress code, the right charisma, fashionable gender differences - and 5 tips for the perfect business look. As a business mathematician, Robindro Ullah only took over human resources management in mid-2007...
Digitization is driving the need for IT professionals skyrocketing - and driving many employers to despair. How do companies prepare for the battle for the brightest minds? 8 tips. Shortage of skilled workers: no all-clear? Technical courses are booming. The Stifterverband für die Deutsche Wissenschaft took a closer look at the number of students in these subjects in a study...
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