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Corporate Productivity Predicted to Rise in Down Economy
Study: Companies expect their workforces to be more productive. - March 02, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
85% of Hotels Still Plan to Award Wage Increases in Spite of Economy
Employees at the vast majority of hotels in the U.S. will not see their pay frozen despite the down turn in the economy and hotel occupancy, according to a recent analysis performed by WageWatch, Inc. - February 28, 2009 - WageWatch, Inc.
Atlanta Classified Ad Site Debuts
Why pay to post jobs online when uLookforit.com lets you do it for free? - February 28, 2009 - U Look For It Classifieds
Timesheet Software Leader, Replicon, Inc., Celebrates Annual Profit Share Event
The downward economy has caused more and more organizations to tighten spending and ensure every billable hour possible is being tracked. - February 27, 2009 - Replicon Inc
Navicus Partners with i9 Advantage Company to Provide E-Verify and Form I-9 Management
Navicus, a leading provider of on-demand talent management solutions, today announced that it has formed an alliance with i9 Advantage, the pioneer of employment eligibility verification solutions that enable organizations to minimize Form I-9 risk. Under terms of the agreement, Navicus will now... - February 27, 2009 - Navicus, Inc.
The Virtual Legal Assistant's Owner, Aretha Gaskin, Joins Faculty of Solo Practice University
Owner of The Virtual Legal Assistant to present course entitled “Virtual Assistants and the Solo Practitioner.” The Virtual Legal Assistant, Inc. owner, Aretha Gaskin, has been added as a faculty member, and will be partnering, with Solo Practice University to offer law students and attorneys instruction on best utilizing a virtual assistant (VA) to support their expanding solo practices. - February 27, 2009 - The Virtual Legal Assistant, Inc.
Freedom Growth Announces New Retirement Plan Option for Small Business
Beyond traditional 401(k)s, small businesses now have more options to offer their employees with new self-directed retirement plans taking the control out of Wall Street’s hands and giving it to the individual. - February 27, 2009 - Freedom Growth
Datamatics Passes the Microsoft Platform Test for ISV Solutions
Meets Requirements for Latest Version of SQL Server - February 26, 2009 - Datamatics Management Services, Inc.
The Top 5 Mistakes Businesses Make When Hiring a Consultant
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Omni Data Retrieval Announces XML Connection with System Integrator Epic Concepts: Partnership Provides Customers Access to Fast, Accurate Nationwide Criminal Research
Omni Data Retrieval, leading nationwide provider of reliable criminal record research, announced today that it has completed a system interface with Epic Concepts, integrator of background check information via wholesale channels and automation. The combination of Epic Concepts’ technology... - February 26, 2009 - Omni Data Retrieval Inc.
FCP Internet Show How the Introduction of Chip-and-Pin Login Can Safeguard Recruitment Companies Data
Research published today shows that 6 out of every 10 workers stole company data before leaving their employer last year. With recruitment companies relying so heavily on the value of their data, evolve™ - the leading hosted software solution from FCP - offers chip-and-pin technology to its customers to negate this risk. - February 26, 2009 - FCP Internet LTD
Financial Services Firms Gear Up for Recovery in 2009
Investment Banks and Hedge Funds see a dramatic increase in employment offers in January. - February 26, 2009 - Powerchex
FluidPowerJobs.com Adds Unique ‘Stimulus Package’ to Its Job Board Giving Employers’ Job Postings Tremendous Value
Fluid Power industry jobs website gets proactive with new ValuePost option where employers can post 30-day jobs for less. - February 25, 2009 - Bosco-Hubert & Associates, LLC
Bayt Helps Tackle the Growing Ranks of the Unemployed in Dubai by Offering a Free Meal and CV Consultation to All Those Recently Out of a Job
Thousands of people from across nationalities, seniority, and residence locations line up every day to seek help finding employment in the region. - February 24, 2009 - Bayt.com
Mind Gliding Escapes the Credit Crunch
Mind Gliding, a Thanet based company of Business Psychologists, is celebrating its first five years in March after continuously improving business performance, despite the current challenging economic situation. - February 21, 2009 - Mind Gliding, Ltd.
Montreal-Based Swift Human Resources Helps Companies Downsize
Swift Human Resources, based in Montreal, is offering a unique Career Transition Services Program for employers who are faced with having to lay-off employees. - February 21, 2009 - Swift Human Resources Services Inc.
New Toolbar Makes Quick Work of Sourcing Passive Candidates
Sourcing passive candidates has long been the holy grail of executive recruiting and headhunting. However, not everyone is an expert at Boolean Strings, or the latest social media sites to search in order to find those sought after passive candidates - February 21, 2009 - RecruitingRocket.com
The Marketing Beacon Adds Lenox as Intern
Virtual Marketing Internship is Model of the Future. - February 20, 2009 - The Marketing Beacon
Online Workplace Issues Resource Names Top HR Trends in 2009
Employaid Predicts Start-Ups, Re-Skilling to be Top Trends in 2009 - February 20, 2009 - Employaid
FISC Solutions Promotes Jenn Dudzic to Manager
FISC Solutions is pleased to announce the recent promotion of Jenn Dudzic to the position of Administrative Services Manager. Jenn joined FISC in December 1997 and has worked in several departments over her 11-year tenure, most recently in Project Management as Special Projects Coordinator. - February 20, 2009 - FISC Solutions
VACO Raleigh Names Director of VACO Design & Media
David R. Rhode, managing partner of VACO Raleigh (www.vaco.com), an executive placement and consulting firm specializing in the fields of accounting and finance, information technology, operations and executive search, has announced that Troy Knight has joined the firm as director of VACO Design... - February 20, 2009 - VACO Raleigh
Verified Credentials Introduces New Electronic I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification: Web-Based Solution Streamlines I-9 Management for Employers
Verified Credentials, Inc., the leader in background screening since 1984, announced today the nationwide availability of their web-based Electronic I-9 Verification solution, enabling employers to verify the work eligibility of newly hired employees through the U.S. government’s E-Verify... - February 19, 2009 - Verified Credentials
To Save Jobs You Must Save Companies First
Bruce Newman, Vice President of The Productivity Institute, LLC www.prodinst.com (and publisher of The Productivity Institute Newsletter™, newsletter@prodinst.com) has some very strong points to make regarding the current state of the US economy. His company, which is a leader in supplying pre-qualified, rated consultants to corporate clients, is becoming increasingly aggressive in terms of dealing with a corporate mindset that Newman describes as “paralytic”. - February 19, 2009 - The National Networker
Richmond EMS Chief Jerry Overton Named President/CEO of Road Safety International, Inc.
Road Safety International, Inc., the market leader in driver safety and performance monitoring systems and developer of the SafeForce(tm) Driving System for emergency vehicles, today announced that Jerry Overton, head of the Richmond (Va.) Ambulance Authority since 1991 and one of the most prominent leaders in emergency medical services, will join Road Safety as president and chief executive officer. - February 18, 2009 - Road Safety International, Inc.
Outplacement 2.0: Central Pennsylvania Recruiting Firm Offers Timely Assistance for Laid-Off Workers During Recession
Crosswinds Consultants unveils a suite of services to address the growing need for comprehensive, cost effective outplacement services for companies. "Not only is it the right thing to do, it makes good business sense," says Linda Spotts, President of Crosswinds Consultants. - February 18, 2009 - Crosswinds Consultants
Job Postings Decline in All Industries; Education and Healthcare Jobs Fare the Best
Indeed.com releases Industry Trends to help job seekers and employers navigate the job market. - February 17, 2009 - Indeed Inc.
Robert Lalonde Joins AnyWare Group as Chief Executive Officer
AnyWare Group Inc., a leading healthcare technology service provider, today announced that its board of directors has named Robert Lalonde to serve as the company's Chief Executive Officer. Lalonde has led the growth of numerous Canadian technology firms over the past 15 years. Most recently... - February 17, 2009 - AnyWare Group Inc.
Global Performance Technologies Launches the Headhunters Bluebook for Recruiting Agencies and Coaching Firms
Global Performance Technologies, a 20 year old firm specializing in performance assessments, launched a new service called the Headhunters Bluebook (www.headhuntersbluebook.com). Headhunters Bluebook enables staffing agencies, executive search firms, and coaching/development firms to gain insight into candidates job performance. Combining the core PX-12 tool with an online candidate database management system, agencies can quickly and affordably assess candidates providing a competitive edge. - February 17, 2009 - Global Performance Technologies
Alternative Work Schedules? No Problem for Datamatics.
TC-1 Software Functionality Aids with 9/80 Work Rule. - February 17, 2009 - Datamatics Management Services, Inc.
i4cp Doubles Attendance at Upcoming 37th Annual Member Conference
Traditional gathering in St. Petersburg, FL, features top human capital thought leaders and senior executives from some of the world’s leading organizations. - February 17, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
MEDILINQ Founder Featured on CEO Radio with Wall Street Journal's Ray Hoffman
MEDILINQ is the subject of an interview series with Wall Street Journal business correspondent Ray Hoffman on CEO Radio. Hoffman interviewed Dr. Craig Brandman, founder and CEO of MEDILINQ, for the business-focused program. The six-part interview series aired from February 3-10 and is now available... - February 15, 2009 - Medilinq
Business Executives Brace for Sales Challenges in 2009
Proticon is a leading career management firm specializing in professional level recruitment, placement, career development consulting, coaching and training. Proticon - Professional, Motivational Consulting. - February 15, 2009 - Proticon Career Services
New Book Will Teach Everyone on Earth How to Get Along with Everyone Else
Wayne Kehl's new book, "Getting Along With People Is EASY!" explains why human beings have trouble getting along and provides the keys to eliminating relationship issues. This book is worth every penny as it will allow everyone who reads it to live a better life. - February 15, 2009 - Wayne Kehl
Proticon Adds Experienced Recruiter to Their Team
Proticon is a leading career management firm specializing in professional level recruitment, placement, career development consulting, coaching and training. Proticon - Professional, Motivational Consulting. - February 14, 2009 - Proticon Career Services
International Online Recruitment Solutions Provider Launches Career Platform in South Africa
The international online recruitment solutions provider Global Talent Pools launches its newest product, the Africa Business Talent Pool, in South Africa. The Africa Business Talent Pool is a specialised job and career platform focused on the African job market. It is dedicated to business... - February 14, 2009 - Africa Business Talent Pool
Kenwood Strategic Advisors Announces Organizational Expansion
New firm helps employers facing union strikes - Says it’s possible to remain profitable during labor disruption. - February 14, 2009 - Kenwood Strategic Advisors
Nightwatch 2009 Internship Opportunities
The Nightwatch Program, a non-profit organization dedicated to community improvement and crime prevention announced 2009 internships at a press conference on Thursday morning at its New York headquarters. "An internship is a great way to 'test drive' a career path, and gain... - February 14, 2009 - The Nightwatch Program
Virtual TimeClock '09 Provides New Tools for Cost Conscious Businesses
New features, powerful reporting, and flexible setup help businesses manage payroll costs. - February 14, 2009 - Redcort Software
Employee Testing Center Now Provides Online Testing Services
Site Aims to Help Employers Find Honest, Trustworthy, Dependable Employees. - February 14, 2009 - Stan Dubin
Creative Expressions of Tampa Bay, Inc Named to America’s Top Emerging Business List for 2009
In recognition of the economic power of privately held businesses, DiversityBusiness.com, the nations’ leading business-to-business internet site, recently named Creative Expressions of Tampa Bay, Inc as one of the top 500 Emerging Businesses in the United States. This is the 9th annual... - February 13, 2009 - Creative Expressions of Tampa Bay, Inc
LatPro to Host Chicago Diversity Job Fair Event on March 19
The second installment of LatPro’s National Diversity Job Fair Series will visit the Lakeview Terrace at Chicago’s Navy Pier. - February 13, 2009 - LatPro Inc.
BRANDEMiX Selected to Brand New York Junior League’s New Website
BRANDEMiX, the NYC-based communications consultancy known for innovative branding around human resources initiatives, has announced a partnership with the New York Junior League (NYJL). BRANDEMiX will provide designs for a new, modern look and feel for the NYJL website, helping to reinforce its... - February 13, 2009 - BRANDEMiX
William Donahue Named President - Georgia-Pacific Professional Food Service Solutions
Georgia-Pacific LLC announced today that William Donahue, vice president and general manager – Georgia-Pacific Professional Food Services Solutions, has been promoted to president of that business. He will continue to report to Kathy Walters, executive vice president – global consumer... - February 13, 2009 - Georgia-Pacific Professional
Kevin Mitchell Group Announces Referral Scheme Offering Up to $1,000.00
Earn instant cash by referring a candidate or job vacancy. - February 12, 2009 - Kevin Mitchell Group
IVYEXEC.com Reports Monumental Traffic Growth
With unemployment rates soaring to historical highs, the whole jobsite community has seen a remarkable growth in online traffic. This comes as no surprise to an industry that expected to see waves of professionals reaching out in desperation. What is surprising, however, is where this traffic is... - February 12, 2009 - Ivy Exec
Anger Management Center Produces Second Animated Short Film
Daybreak Counseling Service a provider of anger management education produces its second animated short film. - February 11, 2009 - Daybreak Counseling Service
George Emmanuel Joins EmPower Research as Sales Director, US
EmPower Research, a Business Advisory and Media Services Company, announces a key appointment to its North American management team, effective December 1, 2008: George Emmanuel as Director Sales, Western region. - February 10, 2009 - EmPower Research LLC
Major Job Boards to Die Within a Decade
A major paradigm shift in online job-searching moves closer to the mainstream as Web 2.0 social networking sites and second generation job boards gain traction with employers and job-seekers. - February 09, 2009 - Quintessential Careers
GreenConstructionJobs.net, an Industry Specific Online Employment Advertising and Resume Accessible Job Board Launches
GreenConstructionJobs.net is a niche Employment Advertising (Job Board) and Resume Bank platform designed to connect Job Seekers and Employers within the Commercial and Residential construction markets who are directly, or indirectly involved with an effort to design and build buildings using a process and/or materials which promote environmental sustainability, in a seamless, cost effective and efficient means via the internet. - February 07, 2009 - The Job Board Network, Inc
Amotec, Inc. Wins Third Consecutive NEO Success Award
Amotec Inc. has been selected as a 2009 NEO Success Award winner for the third consecutive year in a row. Now in its 15th year, the NEO Success Awards program recognizes the region’s top-performing public and private companies based on revenue and employee growth. Amotec, Inc. focuses on... - February 07, 2009 - Amotec, Inc.