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29th September 2009
Money is the most sensitive issue in the whole hiring process. Discussing the compensation often causes anxiety on both employee and employer. Here are seven ways to make the process of salary negotiating efficient.
1) Research: Before the interview ... Read >
Author: Lester Best
28th September 2009
Nowadays, job hunting is no longer a headache for job-seekers. They know how to take maximum benefits of technology in job searching. Internet and mobiles have become new generation job search tools. There are several reputed job portals offering job list... Read >
Author: mybigchoice
28th September 2009
A payroll processing service is a must for ever growing business. At first, this is not a necessity since your business only needs a few staff employees to run your business. But as your company expands, so does your needs. You have more employees and fin... Read >
Author: harry slay
24th September 2009
In most job interview situations, your resume will provide your potential employer with his or her first impression of you. If your resume makes a good first impression, you will move on to the next step in the hiring process. If not, your resume will l... Read >
Author: wbdoyle
24th September 2009
How to Choose an Applicant Tracking and Verification Vendor
By Asad Haroon, CEO of InsideUp.com
Employees are a company’s greatest resource, so recruiting and retaining the right individuals are essential parts of a company’s success. The hiring p... Read >
Author: Inside up
23rd September 2009
The employee is a vital part of a company’s business. In fact, one can even say that the employee makes a company for surely without him, the company can never be. Employees are the workforce that keeps a company going. They serve as the fuel that keeps... Read >
Author: wbdoyle
21st September 2009
Using a job acceptance letter when offered a position shows true professionalism. It is a way of saying "thank you" to the person who hired you, and giving them assurance that they made the right decision. You have presented yourself to them as a profes... Read >
Author: Isiah Bond
21st September 2009
The US Federal Government is about to undertake one of the largest hiring initiatives in its history.
According to the Wall Street Journal, over the next three years, the government will attempt to attract nearly 270,000 talented specialists in various... Read >
Author: Darwin Redshield
21st September 2009
This is one of the most important questions that you need to answer if you are looking for a job. Being young and having just graduated from school or just being tired of the job you have at the moment, you will start the job hunt which means that you abs... Read >
Author: wbdoyle
19th September 2009
What: Online recruitment through the Application Tracking System is becoming a global necessity for the corporate world today. Businesses of all sizes are increasingly moving their work concerns online. The Application Tracking System is an online so... Read >
Author: Hdot
16th September 2009
Help Desk Software Agents are not always easy to find. All organizations have to conduct a series of interviews for various new hires. Generally it centers on an immediate need such as an employee, a new insurance agent, a legal advisor or an accountant. ... Read >
Author: Steve Davidson
14th September 2009
Be a successful manager and leader and achieve excellence through high-performing and committed employees... or you may lose talented and highly skilled employees to your competitors.
Hiring a new employee is an investment. Employers must spend time, r... Read >
Author: SEO Consulting
12th September 2009
Let’s talk numbers first to emphasize the growth of the solar industry, of which an education in solar school coupled with its practical applications will come in most handy in advancing your career. Because of the extension of solar tax credits until 2... Read >
Author: rose.eric1
10th September 2009
Eliminating Credit Card Debt: What are the Options?
Overview
Credit card debt levels in America are now approaching $952 billion with more
and more Americans looking for a way out of the debt cycle. In our parent and
grandparent's day credit... Read >
Author: newdebtrules
10th September 2009
Eliminating Credit Card Debt: What are the Options?
Overview
Credit card debt levels in America are now approaching $952 billion with more
and more Americans looking for a way out of the debt cycle. In our parent and
grandparent's day credit... Read >
Author: newdebtrules
07th September 2009
Most people make the common mistake of misinterpreting the word “offshoring” to mean the same as “outsourcing”. The best move is always to shift your clients account to a safe overseas location after you have completed an ‘x’ amount of rec... Read >
Author: Natasha
06th September 2009
Most people make the common mistake of misinterpreting the word “offshoring” to mean the same as “outsourcing”. The best move is always to shift your clients account to a safe overseas location after you have completed an ‘x’ amount of recru... Read >
Author: Natasha
06th September 2009
Most people make the common mistake of misinterpreting the word “offshoring” to mean the same as “outsourcing”. The best move is always to shift your clients account to a safe overseas location after you have completed an ‘x’ amount of recruit... Read >
Author: Natasha
02nd September 2009
The Law of Supply and Demand is very much in play when it comes to jobs. Simply stated, an increase in the number of workers tends to result in lower wages and vice-versa. And, securing a job when unemployment is high requires a lot more than just "looki... Read >
Author: Michael A Verdicchio
02nd September 2009
Advancing Your Career after Solar School
Let’s talk numbers first to emphasize the growth of the solar industry, of which an education in solar school coupled with its practical applications will come in most handy in advancing your career. Becaus... Read >
Author: rose.eric1
31st August 2009
Searching for the right Mechanic Jobs employee? Hiring could be an overwhelming and time consuming task and if you don't invest good amount of time in the process, you could even regret your hiring decisions later.
When hiring for Auto Mechanic Jobs, f... Read >
Author: Michael A. Montoya
26th August 2009
For people looking for jobs and preparing resumes and getting them to the right people can be both a very time consuming task and expensive. Just because you prepare all the material and get the person's name you still can't be sure that it's received pro... Read >
Author: Marvin Key
21st August 2009
One of the most common dilemmas faced by companies and businesses is whether to hire virtual assistants or regular full-time employees for their tasks? While the concept of offshore outsourcing and virtual assistance is gaining immense popularity, especia... Read >
Author: Maneet Puri
21st August 2009
Outsourcing is a big decision any company makes in terms of transferring their core responsibility with someone else. Therefore, this calls for special care especially if you are outsourcing something technical like engineering recruitment.
Today, more... Read >
Author: BryanWilliamz
20th August 2009
Hire Centres are a great help for those working in a variety of industries, from construction to industry, and even for those planning to carry out some more intensive DIY. If you are in need of any equipment for commercial use, there are a range of hire... Read >
Author: Sarah Edwards
19th August 2009
It's not going to be a pleasant experience when you need to hire the services of an emergency heat repair HVAC contractor, but that's not the contractor's fault. It's probably going to be about 10 below zero with snow falling and ice building - middle of... Read >
Author: Yodle
10th August 2009
Finding neurosurgeon jobs can be an easy task, as long as you know where to look. Actually, there are many different places you can start searching for neurosurgeon jobs . This article will cover the most common places to search for these specific jobs. I... Read >
Author: Lisa Simmons
05th August 2009
Although it is common knowledge that the resume is by far the most important document in the job application process, not enough attention and care is given to its formulation. With a decline in advertised positions, your resume has to stand out in the pi... Read >
Author: Farhan Mirza
04th August 2009
Let me begin with a small story…
Brian and Martha were classmates in their high school. While Brian was voted the most popular student for his friendliness and charm, Martha was not so popular but she was an intellectually brilliant student with high... Read >
Author: JobsBridge
30th July 2009
Kids out of school? Yard work calling you? Home improvements asking for your attention? It's difficult to keep your job search productive during summer activities. Additionally, the interview process is often delayed longer than usual due to hiring manage... Read >
Author: Deborah Walker
29th July 2009
All types of industries use independent contractors. This type of working relationship is mutually beneficial, allowing companies to pay for labor only as they need it and letting specialized workers set up as businesses themselves. You will find them inv... Read >
Author: dinesh553
22nd July 2009
Could your employee hiring process use some improvement? Do you find that your hire employees and their employment is short-lived? This article will provide you with information that can help you with hiring employees so that you can cut costs and maxim... Read >
Author: Jim Sibasku
18th July 2009
In today’s business world, the need to excel beyond the competition is what makes a successful company a reality. It’s more than the development of a solid business plan or the hiring of a professional management staff; it’s a commitment made by ev... Read >
Author: James Dicks
15th July 2009
Could your employee hiring process use some improvement? Do you find that your hire employees and their employment is short-lived? This article will provide you with information that can help you with hiring employees so that you can cut costs and maximiz... Read >
Author: Jim Sibasku
12th July 2009
Few of us can plead ignorance about what is happening to the economic conditions of the world around us. We are in the midst of an economic downturn leading to soaring unemployment rates. However, this does not seem to matter much as surveys show that n... Read >
Author: Danial Durham
07th July 2009
Businesses have started outsourcing many different tasks these days. It seems like everything from human resources to technical support to billing can be outsources to another company, and if a business really wanted to, they might be able to outsource e... Read >
Author: Chriss Tyrrell
04th July 2009
Who wouldn't want to obtain winning tactics that would help you have a successful job interview? Probably there is nothing else that you would want to ask for but to make sure that you succeed on this, right?
Sometimes your first interview for a job w... Read >
Author: Robert Bell
02nd July 2009
Professional Services Automation (PSA) offers a cost-effective way of driving or exceeding your business goals. It presents an integrated solution in connecting your team to your clients and partners, all into one system. With the hassles involved in mana... Read >
Author: srini
01st July 2009
Professional Services Automation (PSA) offers a cost-effective way of driving or exceeding your business goals. It presents an integrated solution in connecting your team to your clients and partners, all into one system. With the hassles involved in mana... Read >
Author: srini
01st July 2009
Resumes are the first step to get job. It gives first impression on every employer. Many job seekers fail to reach the interview stage because of their bad resume. By presenting your personal resume in a sensitive manner, there is a chance of getting jobs... Read >
Author: Jasica
30th June 2009
With several laws which protect workers from employment abuses and illegal practices, employers should be aware of all the legal proceedings, especially in the hiring process, to avoid costly lawsuits.
Employment lawyers said there are six steps to mak... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group
29th June 2009
In this challenging economy, where our unemployment rate is high and you have many job seekers going after the same few positions that are actually available, it is very important to be prepared for the job interview. Many candidates are so glad their pho... Read >
Author: hofmeister
27th June 2009
Employees are a company’s greatest resource, so recruiting and retaining the right individuals are essential parts of a company’s success. The hiring process can be long and complicated. Applicant tracking systems can make the recruiting paper trail m... Read >
Author: Inside up
27th June 2009
Are you a fresher just passed out of school or university and looking jobs for freshers, it's a heavy time for your to land up in your first job. As the world economies is in down turn across the world, corporations around the globe cut cost and as a part... Read >
Author: ravi mathew
22nd June 2009
Many desperate homeowners need help to prevent foreclosure. The current housing situation has caused fear and tremendous stress for borrowers. With ever-declining property values, thousands of borrowers owe more than their home is worth. Several are choos... Read >
Author: Simon Volkov
19th June 2009
In the hiring business filling a position is very similar to finding a date to the prom. Each prospect has a unique set of experience that may or may not apply to the job. Each candidate represents a place along the spectrum between absolutely wrong for... Read >
Author: ByronMack
18th June 2009
The Executive Director of the Boys and Girls Clubs (BGC) of the Mississippi Valley is in the hot seat today. In spite of her reassurances as to their serious approach to candidate pre-employment screening, a former program aide in Davenport, IA was arrest... Read >
Author: Elena Tentser
18th June 2009
Hiring suitable employees for an organization is not an easy task for the HR professionals. Simply interviewing a candidate leave many significant questions unanswered, which can prove to be crucial for the job. This can often lead to mistakes committed b... Read >
Author: Kilian
16th June 2009
Did you know that an estimated two-thirds of employee hiring decisions may be mistakes? This article will provide you with information that can help you improve your hiring process so that you can cut costs and maximize productivity in your organization.... Read >
Author: Jim Sibasku
13th June 2009
SkillExam (http://www.skillexam.net/) has something really unique to offer to boost your hiring process, whether you are hiring in-house or for your clients, we can help you in taking the guess-work out of your hiring process. We provide you customized on... Read >
Author: CBS InfoSys
13th June 2009
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has received a total of 28, 372 cases of gender based discrimination and have resolved 24,018 charges in 2008 alone.
Through Gender Discrimination Attorneys, $109.3 million dollars have been recovered... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group
12th June 2009
In the highly competitive work environment you need to recruit the best available talent. An employees assessment tool does exactly the same and not only ensures that the right person gets hired for the job but also facilitates growth and development of t... Read >
Author: melvillejackson
12th June 2009
Every growing business will at some point require hired help. You may have to take in new people to handle regular administrative duties or perhaps you plan on setting up a customer service department and need customer service representatives. The good ne... Read >
Author: Susan Hutson
12th June 2009
The Mayor-Elect Suttle of Omaha, NE has not enjoyed smooth sailing since stepping into his new position. His problems involve his trusted campaign consultant since 2005 and current Community Chief of Staff. Well, actually, Matt Samp will no longer be the ... Read >
Author: Elena Tentser
11th June 2009
Filling open physician spots on your medical team can be a very time consuming and trying experience, as any human resources person can tell you. Because time is money, and the longer your hospitalist job remains open, the longer your medical facility wi... Read >
Author: Wayne Hemrick
08th June 2009
There are three professionals that we all need at some point in our lives; a doctor, a lawyer and last but certainly not the least an accountant. Yes, we will need the meticulous and methodical accountant who takes care of our taxes and returns and also ... Read >
Author: Susan Hutson
02nd June 2009
It’s almost a cinch to hire locksmith Beverly Hills and keep their emergency numbers handy in case you need them at the most inappropriate time and place. Many reliable locksmiths are available in Beverly Hills whose professionalism makes it really easy... Read >
Author: Allen
01st June 2009
When I talk with new clients one thing I almost always hear in our first conversation is that they have been sending out countless resumes over the internet with nearly zero response from potential employers.
The internet can be a successful way to fin... Read >
Author: Mary Elizabeth Bradford
23rd May 2009
Let's face it. The recent technological revolution has made the concept of "best practices" a moving target. As companies attempt to keep pace with the competition, sometimes the most difficult decisions involve adopting new tools just to keep up. T... Read >
Author: ByronMack
19th May 2009
Over the years, companies have been struggling to develop a better workplace and overcome problems and obstacles that may hinder or delay them from reaching their respective organizational goals. Rampant workplace issues such as low morale employees may c... Read >
Author: ozprinciple
19th May 2009
“Hail, fellow, well met, All dirty and wet: Find out, if you can, Who's master, who's man”
This line from the My Lady’s Lamentation and Complaint against the Dean suggest how Jonathan Swift knew that investigation works. But while it really works... Read >
Author: Helen Gray
18th May 2009
“Hail, fellow, well met, All dirty and wet: Find out, if you can, Who's master, who's man”
This line from the My Lady’s Lamentation and Complaint against the Dean suggest how Jonathan Swift knew that investigation works. But while it really works... Read >
Author: Jade Ann
18th May 2009
Hiring a nanny may be devastating, especially if you place a nanny classified ad. A family has to receive endless phone calls from the potential candidates, screening and interviewing candidate after candidate is enough to make some families run for the n... Read >
Author: Charles Dick
15th May 2009
Looking for a reliable virtual assistant that you can trust with your business? One of the downfalls of hiring a virtual secretary is that oftentimes you cannot meet them in person the way you would any other employee.
However, this does not mean that ... Read >
Author: Sachin Gupta
12th May 2009
Often overheard, which should be wanted to heard first, the bad news or the good news? With criminal background check, the bad or good is replaced to be referred as the risks and the rewards in conducting it. So, what should be enumerated first? The risks... Read >
Author: Emma G. Fox
12th May 2009
If you're concerned about keeping your home cool in summer and warm during winter, and your existing heating and cooling system is not doing its job, then you need the services of a dependable Minneapolis heating and air contractor.
The comfort of your... Read >
Author: Travis
12th May 2009
Companies are facing many challenges today during the hiring process: from sorting through stacks of job applicant resumes, to making an attractive offer to the person they believe best matches the specifications of their job opening only to be turned d... Read >
Author: Allan Sahagun
27th April 2009
There a several classes throughout the world that will guide you in the employment process including how to make a dynamic CV. You can also find all this information online. There are CV writing websites online that offer CV Templates, CV Examples, CV Sam... Read >
Author: Mike Kelley
27th April 2009
Over the years, companies have been struggling to develop a better workplace and overcome problems and obstacles that may hinder or delay them from reaching their respective organizational goals. Rampant workplace issues such as low morale employees may c... Read >
Author: ozprinciple
22nd April 2009
Officials at the Nashville, TN Public Schools System are still recovering from shock. One of its employees has recently been arrested for outstanding child sex charges. The warrants were accidentally discovered by a highway patrolman who stopped him for a... Read >
Author: Elena Tentser
17th April 2009
One of the most challenging tasks for managers and executives is putting a selection process together that truly selects the best candidate for a given position. If you polled 100 companies, you would likely find that each company has its own distinct pro... Read >
Author: Ben Roselle
01st April 2009
Maintaining a strong team is critical to the success of a company in our current economic state. All too often do corporations waste valuable resources on prospective employees due to a lack of initial background research. Leveraging the use of behaviora... Read >
Author: cguerci
27th March 2009
Why hiring the right person is important
The most important aspect of any business is hiring the right candidate for the job. The non performing salesman would wreck one financially even with a top quality product while, the performing salesman would a... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer
27th March 2009
Why SPQ gold
Earlier, companies used to rely on the individual performance of the salesman, rather than taking the trouble to building a sales team. This attitude of the company had a short term benefit. The difficulty arises, when the same person refu... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer
27th March 2009
Have you ever searched for a phone number or address online and seen an advertisement for a criminal background checking service? You need to be aware that more and more lagally aware employers are using criminal background checks in the hiring process.... Read >
Author: Jim DeSantis
26th March 2009
So when is it time to start thinking about a new job? Is it acceptable to switch jobs to work with a close friend? Can you leave an employer after the two-week training period is up? Should you stick with the same employer for over a year, even though you... Read >
Author: bsmcgee
25th March 2009
An efficient and easy to use Applicant Management Solution for your company can often be the difference between countless hours of unnecessary work and smooth sailing. This is why picking the right software solution for your applicant management and recr... Read >
Author: Darwin Redshield
25th March 2009
Defining a clear human resources strategy is key to long-term success during the current economic downturn. Some companies have to make the difficult decision of who to let go, while others face the daunting task of sifting through a mountain of job appli... Read >
Author: ByronMack
25th March 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Pat Brill
Finding the right employee to do the job is the challenge all managers face in business. Strong talent is hard to find. Part of your role in managing employees is finding the great talent. If you manage to accomplish t... Read >
Author: Pat Brill
21st March 2009
Winston Churchill once said, "Healthy citizens are the greatest asset any country can have." An organization, be it a country or a company, is only as strong as the people who drive the process and agenda for that organization. In the modern business ... Read >
Author: ByronMack
17th March 2009
One of the most frustrating things in your search for a new career can often be the fact that you cannot seem to get past the interview stage. While there can be many reasons for this, often it’s something as simple as an incomplete application or horr... Read >
Author: inghybanedr01
13th March 2009
The Importance of Resume
In the contemporary job market, it is a real challenge to get the job you most desire. How many times it happens that you apply for a job and end up being rejected? Must be a number of times before you finally managed to steal y... Read >
Author: submita
06th March 2009
If you are opening a dollar store you are about to discover just how important the cashiers working for your business are to your success. For most of us the cashier is the very first person a customer entering the store sees. Your cashiers are also the... Read >
Author: Bob Hamilton
26th February 2009
Many people say that looking for jobs for 13 year olds is very difficult. Although there are some jobs that do not need a minimum age requirement, like paper delivery or baby-sitting, these jobs do not pay that much and they are very time-consuming as wel... Read >
Author: Raghav Sharma
03rd February 2009
Finding a good removalist can be a struggle, but moving your home can be an even larger struggle. By doing some simple planning and having the assistance of a removal company you can make moving your home a breeze.
When you are moving it can be physic... Read >
Author: kategarcia
21st January 2009
As a professional PR, I've never liked the way movies portray public relations people. Usually, they're characterized by Hollywood as slick talking flim-flam artists who promise the universe and deliver next to nothing.
And there's a reason why Hollywo... Read >
Author: Marsha Friemdna
21st January 2009
As managers and business leaders we all have faced the age old dilemma of whether to hire or not to hire new staff. Indeed, this question presents a weighty set of issues. On one side of the scale are all of the benefits a company hopes to gain by hirin... Read >
Author: Linda Finkle - Incedo Group
17th January 2009
In prosperous times, unemployment is low and the
challenges retailers face in filling positions with the
right candidate can be next to impossible.
Smaller retailers in boom periods also face another
hiring obstacle. Applicants are attracted to lar... Read >
Author: Ron Pawlowski
12th January 2009
This is the part of your interview where you are asking questions of the hiring authority. One of your questions for the Interviewer should be, “What are the steps in your hiring process?” If there is more than interview in the hiring process, then yo... Read >
Author: George Hayes
12th January 2009
I recently logged on to annualcreditreport.com to get my once a year free credit report but to my surprise there were no credit scores. In case you didn't know, everyone is entitled to their free credit report once every twelve months at http://www.annual... Read >
Author: John Rasor
31st December 2008
A cover letter resume sample is a way to fight the block of the writer; actually, most of us have this most especially when we are writing a cover letter. Cover letter resume sample is really important. This is for you to know on how will you perfectly an... Read >
Author: matha.pagla@gmail.com
30th December 2008
A cover letter resume sample is a way to fight the block of the writer; actually, most of us have this most especially when we are writing a cover letter. Cover letter resume sample is really important. This is for you to know on how will you perfectly an... Read >
Author: matha.pagla@gmail.com
29th December 2008
Great jobs are just a few clicks away! Believe me, although you may be thinking that job seeking will be a chore, and also that these days there are probably no great jobs still available in my area, you must not be defeatist in your outlook. Keep applyin... Read >
Author: Steve Last
29th December 2008
Great jobs are just a few clicks away! Believe me, although you may be thinking that job seeking will be a chore, and also that these days there are probably no great jobs still available in my area, you must not be defeatist in your outlook. Keep applyin... Read >
Author: Steve Last
19th December 2008
What is behavioral interviewing and why is it important to know? Behavioral interviewing is a technique used by an interviewer to elicit true-to-life responses from the job candidate in order to evaluate how that candidate will fit, (or not) into the org... Read >
Author: John McClure
16th December 2008
Gaining access to free criminal court records is an important step in the hiring process. Certainly, if you are looking for people to work for you, it is always advisable that you make a background check first so you can be confident that you are not goin... Read >
Author: Davion Wong
15th December 2008
Less than a year ago it seemed that anyone could seek out and ultimately find the job they were looking for. The average Joe could apply nearly anywhere and get hired on within the following week. More recently we’ve begun to hear that unemployment will... Read >
Author: Terry Jones
14th December 2008
Are you feeling the pinch of the slowing economy? Are sales and collections not as good as they used to be? Are your costs escalating? Are you concerned about making it through to the other side to a prosperous economy? Take heart, you are not alone. ... Read >
Author: jackdonner
03rd December 2008
If you hire salespeople, you know it's challenging to hire good ones consistently. In my experience, most sales candidates are better at selling themselves in an interview than at selling actual products or services! My experience hiring salespeople was ... Read >
Author: tuckmixtms
03rd December 2008
Evaluating your candidate for required job placement is considered as the typical part of process in job hiring. Current high level of competition for jobs in present day markets across the globe has resulted in constant unbearable pressure upon job seeke... Read >
Author: pratap
02nd December 2008
Full of hope and dreams for the future, Billy Johnson headed out on the highway toward home after just graduating from college, looking forward to some time at home with his family before starting his career. Everything changed in mere seconds when an 18 ... Read >
Author: Christine OKelly
01st December 2008
Parents usually want to work hard in order to provide all the basic needs of their children. Every time you work, you need to seek the help of a nanny to watch over your kids while you are away to work. Of course, you want your nanny to take care of your ... Read >
Author: robertboughner
01st December 2008
Onboarding, the process of acquainting a new hire into an organization, has often been a time consuming process. Paperwork needs to be filled out, drug testing completed, health plans selected.
With all the work required to hire a new employee, “it m... Read >
Author: George Scifo
30th November 2008
There are many government schemes in place to encourage disabled people into the workplace. Employers have a legal obligation not to discriminate on any grounds, be it race, religion, sex or disability so these schemes are very relevant to any business. D... Read >
Author: Sylvia Kittens
25th November 2008
Our world is full of those wicked person. Wherein they get all they want and need in the expense of others. In a business, an employee is in the hiring process and he does not know if all the information that is presented in the application form is true a... Read >
Author: Ezra
24th November 2008
If you are new to interviewing, or have received no formal training in recruitment interview skills training you may think that the hiring process begins as you interview candidates. However, the hiring process begins long before that!
There are many ... Read >
Author: Frank O’Tools
17th November 2008
The purpose of your resume is to move you to the next step in the hiring process. Whether that is the initial interview, or to complete personality, compatibility or skills testing, if your resume moves you forward, it was effective. Over the years, I h... Read >
Author: Susan A. Enns
04th November 2008
The word outsourcing can be easily misinterpreted with off shoring.. It is always advisable to shift clients account to an overseas location after the completion of a certain number of recruiting cycles. If it is initiated in the best manner then it can s... Read >
Author: GlobalHunt
29th October 2008
Research on negotiating salary shows that up to 80 percent of job offers are negotiable but that only a small number of job candidates actually enter into negotiations of the job offer and salary with prospective employers. The main reason given is that c... Read >
Author: Julia Penny
20th October 2008
Ever experienced hiring the wrong person for an important position in your company?
If you ever did, we’re pretty sure that you would want to do better in choosing applicants next time around. The mistake of hiring one wrong employee alone can poten... Read >
Author: James Kurt
15th October 2008
Boston, MA-10/14/08-TalentFusion an RPO Project/On Demand Leader, continues to grow and align their services with IT service based companies and federal contractors. As demand in the public sector has skyrocketed TalentFusion has leveraged its many years ... Read >
Author: muzikman
14th October 2008
Since most airlines have their own training facilities for training flight attendants, the only main requirement in terms of education for this career is to hold a high school graduations diploma. However, today most airlines are delving deeper into the a... Read >
Author: Ling Tong
13th October 2008
I applied for 15 jobs last night on Craigslist and it's only now Sunday morning and I have had 6 replies all of them scams. Now most of the ones that are scams will send you an email via autoresponder asking you to fill out some online ad to get you a res... Read >
Author: Jeffrey A. Solochek
08th October 2008
Copyright (c) 2008 Ianson Internet Marketing
All businesses benefit from a strong workforce if they hope to outpace their competition. However, trying to fill your company's sales job openings (or any other openings for that matter) with qualified indi... Read >
Author: Louise G
06th October 2008
Competition is fierce in the job market today, especially in the finance industry. It takes more than skills to land a high-paying gig these days. In fact, a Bachelor of Finance degree is the minimum, in academic achievements, for most financial managem... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer
18th September 2008
It is essential for every limited company to register Articles of association. This is a lengthy document represent the rules and regulations to govern the internal affairs of the limited liability company after incorporation. The articles of association ... Read >
Author: Rudtadatta Rath
10th September 2008
The data entry jobs from home tend to make one feel a better satisfaction than if you are working with an employer. You can choose only the projects that you will enjoy doing and make this as a career for yourself.
The future of the workforce is cent... Read >
Author: Alan
09th September 2008
An airport shuttle refers to a bus or car that offers airport transportation services at the airport carrying people to and from the airport. This is also referred to as airport transfer. People who fly into Toronto hire the airport shuttles. Other airpor... Read >
Author: Rafi Ghanim Michael
08th September 2008
You already know that you should get a promotional conference folder to everyone in your company. It is good to get them out to everyone as soon as possible so that they can be seen everywhere your employees goes. It gives you a great professional image a... Read >
Author: clickpromogifts
03rd September 2008
For those who are trying to get a credit card or even trying to buy a house with poor credit, the following questions can help you navigate your way through bad credit ratings and debt. All it takes is some work and research to get past this seemingly dif... Read >
Author: Matthew Stollinas
22nd August 2008
In the last bookkeeping business advice article, we agreed that tracking your time with QuickBooks Timesheets or QuickBooks Pro Timer is the first step to becoming successful in your bookkeeping business. When you start tracking all of your daily time –... Read >
Author: Laurie O'Neil
21st August 2008
If you are facing trouble to search for the exact kind of human resource software that will make your company more competitive and your recruitment team more efficient, then resume parser is an inexpensive answer to your troubles. Resume
parser is a c... Read >
Author: vinay
20th August 2008
The majority of employers require potential employees to submit a resume in order to sum up their educational and work background all on a piece of paper.
Some also require a cover letter. Even if they don’t, it can be very beneficial to also includ... Read >
Author: Catherine Jones
17th August 2008
You already know that you should get promotional conference folders to everyone in your company. It is good to get them out to everyone as soon as possible so that they can be seen everywhere your employees goes. It gives you a great professional image al... Read >
Author: clickpromogifts
16th August 2008
One of the most important decisions you have to make in your children's lives is the hiring of their nannies. You will be entrusting your children's well-being to complete strangers! Though nanny cams can serve as deterrents to a nanny abusing your child... Read >
Author: surveillanceguide
16th August 2008
Like any other employer, the interview portion of the hiring process is very important. You can gauge the nanny's personality and professionalism with a comprehensive interview, which will play a significant role in your final decision. With a little he... Read >
Author: surveillanceguide
14th August 2008
Research on negotiating salary shows that up to 80 percent of job offers are negotiable but that only a small number of job candidates actually enter into negotiations of the job offer and salary with prospective employers. The main reason given is that c... Read >
Author: Julia Penny
12th August 2008
Career Search is a cumbersome task for all candidates in this competitive and truly professional world. To find a job is not tough, but to find a suitable job matching with the qualification as well as individual's choices is really tough. It's not only m... Read >
Author: pointglobal.com@gmail.com
23rd July 2008
Over the course of my years as a career coach, I have cautioned
many clients against taking ill-suited jobs or joining forces
with partners where there may be a mismatch. I have seen a
pattern with many female entrepreneurs where two insecure ... Read >
Author: NEERAJ SHARMA
21st July 2008
For a great number of reasons, having a post-secondary education is vital to furthering your career-- no matter your field or profession. In today's business world, your options for career advancement can be limited --or sometimes eliminated-- by not havi... Read >
Author: Parveen Kumar
20th July 2008
Tell me something about yourself. What are your strengths and weaknesses? What is your greatest accomplishment? These are just some of the questions that we hear interviewers ask applicants. The real question is, are these good interview questions? Th... Read >
Author: sheila
18th July 2008
Right way of assessing ability, aptitude and personality
Psychometric assessment has now become an important part of the hiring process in companies. It is also regarded as an important component in increasing the effectiveness of an organisation.Howe... Read >
Author: maruti gawade
18th July 2008
Tell me something about yourself. What are your strengths and weaknesses? What is your greatest accomplishment? These are just some of the questions that we hear interviewers ask applicants. The real question is, are these good interview questions? Th... Read >
Author: sheila
16th July 2008
How many bookkeeping business owners track their own time when doing business related tasks? Are you one of the many bookkeeping service providers using QuickBooks to record your time? Can you see your customer gross profit? Do you put a value to the ti... Read >
Author: Laurie O'Neil
10th July 2008
Employment background screening is a crucial and inescapable part of the hiring process. There are various reasons why an employer must conduct a through background check before hiring or promoting an employee.
Negligent hiring law suits: Negligent hi... Read >
Author: lexiemarine
09th July 2008
There are many small to mid-size companies that have times of fast growth and turn to human resources, or HR, outsourcing, rather than hiring new HR staff members internally to deal with their growth spurt. HR outsourcing can be a very effective way of me... Read >
Author: MIKE SELVON
09th July 2008
Pre employment screening is an essential hiring activity for most employers, who prefer avoiding lawsuits and hiring someone that is prone to or has made mistakes in the past. Sometimes as a professional investigator I am asked to do a pre-employment scr... Read >
Author: TomPI
07th July 2008
Burgeoning demand of quality workforce in every market segment has led to a corresponding change in the way hiring is done today. It has become a tedious procedure than it earlier was, but the results are worth the extra effort. Reference Verification, is... Read >
Author: soniya
06th July 2008
Burgeoning demand of quality workforce in every market segment has led to a corresponding change in the way hiring is done today. It has become a tedious procedure than it earlier was, but the results are worth the extra effort. Reference Verification, is... Read >
Author: soniya
03rd July 2008
Credible criminal background checks are a must for any organization in order to give its employees a sense of peace and security. Doing it right will ensure safety, not just for the co-workers but for the organized structure of the organization as a whole... Read >
Author: soniya
03rd July 2008
Credible criminal background checks are a must for any organization in order to give its employees a sense of peace and security. Doing it right will ensure safety, not just for the co-workers but for the organized structure of the organization as a whole... Read >
Author: soniya
30th June 2008
Student loans can help you develop and build your credit score. Employers may review consumer credit scores as part of their hiring process. You can optimize educational and career opportunities by building and maintaining a solid payment history.
A cr... Read >
Author: Kelli
25th June 2008
Despite the numerous benefits brought about by criminal background check for many businesses, this process could be a burden in the part of many applicants. Since this screening is done to help business owners pick the best applicants for the job, the peo... Read >
Author: robertboughner
23rd June 2008
Hiring someone is a critical task. You don’t only get to evaluate the person you are hiring based on what he or she says about herself. It is also important to get data from other sources; and this could be a tedious thing to do. You need to contact the... Read >
Author: articlemarketing01@gmail.com
20th June 2008
It is imperative that you take adequate measures to check the professional and personal background of any prospective employee, just as you would do to ensure that he/she can deliver the same level of quality you desire. Getting the right person for the r... Read >
Author: manishchauhan
19th May 2008
If you are a new business owner, it is a good idea to look around and inspect the services offered by a good startup business recruitment agency during your hiring process. Not doing so could adversely affect the company’s growth potential because of wr... Read >
Author: Akhil Shahani
07th May 2008
Virtual personal assistants are taking over the world!
Not literally though. For the most part, virtual assistants are taking over what other employees used to do. Because of the many benefits that they provide for businesses, they are fast becoming th... Read >
Author: Florie
30th April 2008
Not everyone likes to take tests. Some people find them boring, others are intimidated, and even a few just don't see the point.
When it comes to work-related tests, people can get even more uncomfortable. Who wants their employer to see more deeply in... Read >
Author: Allen Voivod
29th April 2008
Not all companies can run a "one man show". You may eventually need a 1 or 2 assistants, or maybe you plan on having 100 or more employees. Either way, the hiring process can be rather intimidating.
There is actually a tried and true method of finding... Read >
Author: Dave Davies
29th April 2008
On the job discrimination is more common than you might think, and you need to know how to handle discrimination when, not if, it becomes an issue in your workplace. This is a lot easier if you already have a job, but what if you feel that you are being d... Read >
Author: CK Tan
29th April 2008
Bookkeeping outsourcing may seem new to others but it is not to many companies who have been doing it over these last couple of years. Their continued bookkeeping outsourcing and the increasing number of companies following their example proves that there... Read >
Author: books2taxes01@gmail.com
28th April 2008
Thought Leadership
Part 1
White Paper: Client Side Best Practices – Adopt a Hiring Methodology
In today’s increasingly competitive world, leaving mission-critical positions open for longer than absolutely necessary is unacceptable. The lost p... Read >
Author: BVanRossum
03rd April 2008
For the companies who have realized the advantages of outsourcing their bookkeeping, many may have started hiring a freelance bookkeeper at first. Typically this would be applicable to smaller companies since they have fewer transactions to record. Large ... Read >
Author: books2taxes01@gmail.com
03rd April 2008
As a former Manager I can tell you that money is the most sensitive issue in the whole hiring process. It's sensitive for both prospective employer and job applicants. Handled correctly, both employer and applicant can come to an amicable figure. Here are... Read >
Author: Jim DeSantis
30th March 2008
The positives of temp work apply almost equally to the employer and the employee. Each normally fulfills a specific need with the minimum amount of unnecessary effort.
The positives of temp work apply to both the employer and the employee. Each normall... Read >
Author: Aazdak Alisimo
26th March 2008
Whether you are getting your first credit card or trying to find a home when the credit you already have isn't the best it can be, here are a few questions that might help you through the maze of credit rating and erasing bad debt. Even though the outlook... Read >
Author: Deanna Mascle
12th March 2008
By now we are all aware of what the standard background check components are including criminal conviction checks, driving histories, credit reports, referencing, drug testing and more. Yet there exists a little-used component begging to be understood - ... Read >
Author: Thomas C Lawson
15th February 2008
Hiring new employees can be a risky business, though it doesn’t have to be. One of the more fundamental mistakes I see in the hiring process is screening in candidates to the pool of finalists.
What exactly is screening in? It’s the hope that you... Read >
Author: Joseph Skursky
25th January 2008
Though the Maslow Needs Hierarchy is apparent in several areas of life, in none of these is it more prevalent than in the business world. With the many and varied stages of life that different people are in, there is a much greater concern about the possi... Read >
23rd January 2008
The pre-employment background check is becoming more and more common place. As employers work to protect their places of employment from individuals that aren’t the best for the job or could pose a dangers to others, these background checks happen to b... Read >
Author: CSteele
22nd January 2008
Organizations have spread their wings to different parts of globe and stepped into completely newer domains to reap the maximum possibilities of business. Economy is booming like anything, every organization is trying to maintain pace with growth rate of ... Read >
Author: Talent Onions
19th January 2008
Pre employment drug testing is extremely important for any organization. Verification of employee's background is always considered as essential of assurance in the hiring process. Employee drug testing programs protects the health and safety of all emplo... Read >
Author: Stephen Jhonson
18th January 2008
Free Credit Score is a must have these days. Since everyone is looking at your credit score, shouldn't you know it? Let's assume you are applying for a mortgage. When a lender pulls your credit report, there are 3 Bureaus reporting 3 different scores. The... Read >
Author: Mike Clover
05th November 2007
Attitude opens doors. Always has. Always will. We have worked with thousands of CEOs and have shared with them stories of people with great attitudes. Then we say, “How many of you would hire the person just knowing their attitude without seeing a résu... Read >
Author: Mark Victor Hansen
21st September 2007
Many students are under the false impression that they are ineligible to receive a credit card. They couldn’t be more wrong and with sound strategy a credit card is obtainable while you are still in school. Many college students put establishing a posit... Read >
Author: alexhamsten
02nd September 2007
Employment law deals with rights and obligations of both employees and employers within the workplace. The failure to fulfill certain obligations or to respect employee rights leads to a large number of litigations every year. Ending up in court can be av... Read >
Author: Anne Tide
24th August 2007
The professional that hopes to find their dream job needs to have a number of skills in order to get into the interview room in the first place. Hiring managers, executives, and experienced professionals alike look first and foremost for the level of conf... Read >
Author: Talisman
20th August 2007
Working with new clients on a regular basis keeps me energized. I love learning about their different careers and the paths they have followed up to the point of meeting me. While becoming acquainted with them, getting a feel for what their objectives are... Read >
Author: Kris Plantrich, CPRW, CEIP
02nd August 2007
Assessments are powerful tools to use in hiring the right people. They can also improve communications, reduce turnover and improve retention of top people. Assessments represent an opportunity to do all these things while returning the highest ROI of any... Read >
Author: Andrew Cox
01st August 2007
Hiring an Attorney with Little Experience
1. People often hire an attorney that has little or no experience in the area of practice in which they seek representation. A person that has used an attorney to handle one area of the law may not want to ha... Read >
Author: David Siegel
26th July 2007
"Include Salary History." You see the instructions on employment ads or initial email feedback from the Human Resources department of the company to which you've applied. Sometimes the request is paired with a request to see your resume. At best, it's an ... Read >
Author: Kelli
23rd July 2007
Have you ever seen a couple and thought, "How did he get her?" or vice versa? Obviously, the person deemed less physically attractive knew how to sell his/her other great qualities to compensate for what he/she lacked in the looks department. You've also ... Read >
Author: Mary Waldron
11th July 2007
As we continue to live in the “information era” we find ourselves utilizing the internet to perform searches on varies topics. But in the real world, business as usual for those owning or managing a business. Let’s face it; we live in a dynamic and ... Read >
Author: Jemar Wright
25th June 2007
You’ve likely heard and read a lot of propaganda about the
virtues of pre-employment tests. But you probably haven’t read
about the following benefit:
What I offer this week is an observation I have had with clients
using our services and pre-em... Read >
Author: Success Performance Solutions
18th June 2007
Trying to find people in Australia or any part of the world can be frustrating, stressful and costly. Hiring a quality Australian people search service can make your search less burdensome by putting highly skilled professionals to work for you. A speci... Read >
Author: John Dobson
08th June 2007
Most employers dread the hiring process. They don’t enjoy interviewing candidates and when it comes to the hiring decision they find they rely on gut feelings. Well, gut feelings do play a part in the decision. But it should be in the final phase when... Read >
Author: Michelle Yanik
07th April 2007
Hiring is like a game of strategy. If you don’t play this game well, with the right strategy, you might as well be rolling dice or spinning a roulette wheel. The ball goes just round and round...
Peter Cappelli, a professor of management at the Whart... Read >
Author: dfbfloyd
04th April 2007
At CPActuaries, your source for human resource consulting services, we specialize in the management of your top resource – your employees. It is the mission of our organization to create and deliver benefit solutions that will optimize value while insp... Read >
Author: Wildfire Marketing Group Content Development Team
02nd March 2007
CriinalData.com is an online pre-employment screening service that provides instant access to background and criminal records. CriminalData believes in the positive power of information and is committed to creating a safer and more secure workplace. HR pr... Read >
Author: Criminal Data
20th February 2007
Getting online psychic readings can open a person up to a world of frauds and those looking to only get money. It can be hard for a person to determine who is real and who is not. It helps to be armed with some important information before a person ever... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer
24th January 2007
When The Recruiter Asks: "Do You Have Any Questions?"
Usually this question is always reserved for last during an interview, and it's hardly a fluffy, throw away question. It may just seem like the interview is over and they are asking this question... Read >
Author: Mike Perras
08th December 2006
Evaluating your candidate is part of the investigative process in job hiring. The increased competition for jobs in today’s markets has resulted in constant pressure upon jobseekers – and as a result least 30% of them fabricate their resumes at any gi... Read >
Author: Pedro Gondim
08th December 2006
They say “bad luck in cards, good luck in love”. How about lucky in both? Searching for an ideal candidate can be similar in some ways to a card gamble, and in other ways to seeking a partner... but the difference is not luck, but strategy.
Primari... Read >
Author: Pedro Gondim
16th November 2006
Human resources software is a valuable tool for tracking and analyzing information related to human resource management activities. The areas of recruiting, compensation, benefits, training and development, staffing, strategic planning, employment law, an... Read >
Author: Leigh A. Zaykoski
16th November 2006
I am a knowledge freak, so I keep looking around for more and more information about various industries, products, services. I always get fascinated with the way the Human Resource department manage the organizational needs.
An organization success is de... Read >
Author: P Paul
16th November 2006
Every business owes its success to the dedication and diligence of its employees. It is critical to hire candidates who are not only qualified and professionally well-equipped but have a high sense of integrity and truthfulness; individuals who have repea... Read >
Author: Criminal Data
16th November 2006
Think back to when you were choosing a career path. For many people, this process involved figuring out what they did best, and just as importantly, knowing their weaknesses. This was important, because it was useful to know both what we were good at and ... Read >
Author: Duncan Gotobed
09th November 2006
Thomas Hannon
Managing Partner, RDI Inc.
There is a tried and true method to hiring good telemarketers: Take all comers that can read and talk. Give them a script and have them start dialing, ASAP. Evaluate them over a day or two.
If they’re... Read >
Author: Brian Nygard
03rd October 2006
Hiring a full-time nanny is one of the ways to care for your baby once both parents return to work. There are obvious pros and cons to this. Having a nanny means a dedicated person whose job is to care for your precious child, rather than the typical 1 ... Read >
Author: Jenny Parker
01st September 2006
Once you know the right questions to ask, hiring your personal injury lawyer is not only easy, but you will have priceless peace of mind.
Pick any three personal injury lawyers from the phone book or Internet ads that are conveniently located to you a... Read >
Author: Tony Merlino
21st August 2006
Are you in need of a repair or renovation to your home? If this sounds like something you are dealing with, you will more than likely need to contact a construction contractor. By doing this, you will be able to get further information on your project so ... Read >
Author: Masni Rizal Mansor
24th July 2006
Copyright 2006 The Janitorial Store
You may have started your cleaning company part-time and thought that as the business grew you could quit your "day job" and put more time into the business. But as your cleaning business grows you may find you can n... Read >
Author: Steve Hanson
23rd July 2006
Outsource Your Hiring Process
Are you drowning in resumes? Is your phone constantly ringing with people (mostly unqualified) asking about open positions?
A lot of small business owners and human resources managers run into these issues. Yes, hi... Read >
Author: Dana Wallert
28th June 2006
The employee is a vital part of a company's business. In fact, one can even say that the employee makes a company for surely without him, the company can never be. Employees are the workforce that keeps a company going. They serve as the fuel that keeps b... Read >
Author: James Calvin
23rd June 2006
Over 90% of companies run some type of background check on their job applicants. Pre-employment screening can be expensive and time-consuming, but most companies feel it is an essential part of the hiring process.
Here are the top five reasons why a ... Read >
Author: Jan Maxwell
12th June 2006
The speed and ease of internet online advertising has become attractive to an increasing number of employers looking for qualified employee candidates. Not only is advertising immediate, reaching a broader audience than any other form of media, but ads ad... Read >
Author: Lori Anton
31st May 2006
Hiring the wrong truck drivers can be disastrous. Hiring the right ones can save lives.
Naturally, safety training plays an important role in driver safety. Other factors may be even more significant according to a 1993 study conducted by Behavioral-... Read >
Author: Annette Estes
31st May 2006
Background checks can be used for a variety of purposes and are a good way to have confidence that someone with whom you are involved personally or professionally is disclosing all necessary information. Employers often use background checks to get verif... Read >
Author: Nathan Lynch
12th May 2006
A good background check company will facilitate the hiring process for an organization by providing them with accurate and up-to-date details of their candidates. The company should have the resources to retrieve in short time information such as credit r... Read >
Author: Stanley Alpin
14th April 2006
The objective of job interviews is to uncover what needs to be known about job applicants and potential employers. Nothing is gained when household employee candidates and families answer interview questions based on what they think the other wants to hea... Read >
Author: Stephanie Felzenberg
25th March 2006
Copyright 2006 So-lu'shunz Management Services
If your concern is that administration be of no concern in the health of your organization; if you have come to the realization that there is gold in retaining your valuable staff; and if turnover is a maj... Read >
Author: Karin Syren
21st February 2006
What's the deal with the hidden job market? Why is everyone always talking about it? What is it?
The hidden job market is comprised of jobs that are filled before they are advertised. It is estimated that about 75% of all jobs are in the hidden job m... Read >
Author: Adrianna Kristian
20th February 2006
Myth #1: Your resume will get you the job.Reality: A great resume may not be enough to land the job.Other candidates may meet the qualifications more closely.Unwritten rules may govern the hiring process. When youanswer an ad, your cover letter may be eve... Read >
Cathy Goodwin
12th February 2006
We've all been there. You submit your application for a job you would be perfect for, but don't hear from the company for three weeks. They call to invite you to an in-person interview, but the earliest they can see you is another two weeks away! You t... Read >
Author: Melanie Szlucha
26th January 2006
The demand for truckers is very high, and it is relatively easy for most qualified truckers to find steady work. Nonetheless, some researchers estimate that as many of 15% of drivers, even those with extensive experience, get disqualified when applying f... Read >
Author: NS Kennedy
14th January 2006
Congratulations! The hard work you have put into your job search has paid off. You now have a job offer on the table and are excited about the opportunities that this position presents. There is just one thing that is troubling you: the offered salary.... Read >
Author: NS Kennedy
24th December 2005
Communicating with a web designer can be the most difficult part of the hiring process because you and the web designer don't speak the same language when talking about the details of a website. This article explains how to get your ideas across to the we... Read >
Author: Warren Baker
17th December 2005
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Below is a carefully developed selected of interview questions for your hiring process. The headings will assist you in deciding which to chose. Most of the questions are o... Read >
Author: Michael Brooke
17th December 2005
Below is a carefully developed selected of interview questions for your hiring process. The headings will assist you in deciding which to chose. Most of the questions are ones which lead to other questions which you can begin with a "why?" "when?" " where... Read >
Author: Michael Brooke
16th December 2005
Below is a carefully developed selected of interview questions for your hiring process. The headings will assist you in deciding which to chose. Most of the questions are ones which lead to other questions which you can begin with a "why?" "when?" " wh... Read >
Author: Michael Brooke
23rd October 2005
If you are living in South Florida, your home may have been battered by hurricanes and hot sun, and it may not have the same features and amenities that so many new homes and condominiums in the South Florida market offer nowadays.
Are you looking at ... Read >
Author: Serge Kay
12th September 2005
High-volume call centers need to hire new employees quickly. When a new call center opens up or seasonal help is needed, it is important to hire qualified call center employees fast. Call center recruiting software is vital to helping weed out unqualified... Read >
Author: Kent Pinkerton
12th September 2005
It is vital that companies have efficient management. While it is common for companies to hire from within, meaning that they promote current employees to executive positions, it is not always possible. There are times when companies must search outside ... Read >
Author: Kent Pinkerton
09th September 2005
Ever heard of the "round peg in the square hole" syndrome? It can essentially be used to describe a situation where you have hired the wrong person for the right job or vice versa.
Most companies generally hire employees based on their essential quali... Read >
Author: Mahalakshmi Prabhakaran
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