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Why Is Fahrenheit a Great Place to Work? Employee Tells All
When people ask me if I like my job it’s very easy to say yes! I am fortunate enough to work for a company full of smart, fun and generous people. While we know it internally, it’s always nice to be recognized by programs like the “Best Places to Work in Virginia” program administered by the Best Companies Group. This…Read More -
How Dale Carnegie’s “Oldies but Goodies” Are Still Relevant Today
I am fortunate to have one of our managing directors here at The Fahrenheit Group as my mentor. He is a well-respected CFO who has worked for many different companies throughout his career, and I’ve already learned a lot from him. He often encourages me to read books about business philosophy, how to achieve success, and about the art…Read More -
Congrats, You’re a Graduate. Now Get Networking!
Congrats! You've done the hard work, you've stuck it out and now you're a college graduate. You've been thinking of this event for 4 (or more) years. Next comes the perfect job. The one you see your friends getting. The one your parent's friends brag about. The one that your grandparents keep asking about. Whether you've found the perfect job…Read More -
3 Ways to Supercharge Your Supervisors
The attitudes and behaviors of your people managers play a critical role in your company's success. When your managers are putting forth their best effort, chances are greater that you'll, in turn, get the best performances out of the rest of your employees. Here are three ways to supercharge your supervisors:
Transform them into teachers. Today's people managers must be more…Read More -
It’s Time to Get More Creative with Retirement Benefits Communications
Employees tend not to fully appreciate or use their retirement benefits unless their employer communicates with them about the plan clearly and regularly. But workers may miss or ignore your messaging if it looks and "sounds" the same. That's why you might want to consider getting more creative. Consider these ideas:
Brighter, more dynamic print materials
There's no getting around…Read More -
My Employer Gets It
When I think of my employer, the one phrase that always comes to mind is: "My employer gets it." What do I mean? Let me explain. I've been in HR for 20 years. From recruiting to employee relations to HR Management and HR Generalist roles, I've been lucky enough to work under great leadership that has granted me opportunities to…Read More -
Managing Millennials — Strategies You Need To Know
By Jeff Wraley, Senior Consultant, Finance & Advisory Practice, The Fahrenheit Group
A few months ago, Simon Senek, an author, speaker, and consultant, was interviewed about millennials in the workplace. The video of this interview has been viewed over 5.4 million times since it was posted late last year.
In the video, Senek first describes the forces that have created…Read More -
A Fresh Look at Incentive Compensation
Maximizing employee productivity on a sustainable basis can be an elusive goal. But a properly designed incentive compensation plan can play a big part in making it happen. The trick is to not go overboard. Balance what you give and how you give it with what you're hoping to encourage Bonuses: They're not just for senior executives anymore. Many companies…Read More -
Empowering Employees is Harder Than You Think
Every employer talks about empowering their employees and giving them the authority to make decisions in the business. The question is “are employees actually capable of executing and are you, as the business owner, willing to live with a bad decision that was made without your approval?” These are the issues at hand when companies talk about empowering their employees, and…Read More -
Lessons for Early Stage Job Seekers: 6 Things You Should Never Say To Recruiters
You have your college degree...now what? The job market post-graduation may seem boundless, exciting, or perhaps daunting. One thing is certain, it is competitive. Garnering attention by the right organization will be difficult and you will want to develop a relationship with a recruiter that can help steer you along in this journey.
Most large companies have internal recruiting teams,…Read More -
6 Top Workforce Trends for 2017
With 2017 right around the corner, so many companies are already feeling the effects of shrinking candidate pools and an ever changing workforce. Successful organizations will be those that can establish a culture that quickly adapts to and embraces the diverse needs of current and potential employees. This article explores the "6 Top Workforce Trends for 2017" and what employers…Read More -
Focus on These 3 Things to Retain Your Best People
When good employees quit, it can have a significant impact on many aspects of the business. From lowered morale to increased workloads, the entire team suffers. Factoring in the time and expense associated with recruiting, onboarding, and training a replacement, the transition becomes costly as well. In today's low unemployment rate environment, employee retention is even more important than ever.…Read More