No one makes a hire with the expectation that it won’t work out. Unfortunately, there is often a rush to fill a position as quickly as possible, and some things get overlooked. Instead of placing blame, it’s much more beneficial to break down your hiring process in order to find a fix. We have a few ways you can prevent hiring an underperformer. Skill Search Consider hiring based on potential success. Although previous successes in past roles are a good starting point, concentrating...

If your company has been using internal procedures to hire, there may be well-defined processes in place. In fact, you have probably been doing the same thing for so long, it seems like the perfect process. What if we told you that there was a much easier, cost-efficient and less time-consuming way to find the perfect candidate for your open positions? A recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) company can be the answer to a problem you never even knew existed. One of the main misconceptions with...

Whether you have spent years defining and adjusting your hiring process or you are a new company looking to hire, it can be tricky finding the right candidates. By now, you have decided exactly what you want in your new hire and it’s just a matter of hunting them down. We at Skywalk Group know how tough it can be using the same old methods to find new hires, so we have developed a list of resources you can use to find the perfect new team member. 1.       Social Media We...

Whether you have just graduated from high school and are trying to decide on a major or you are established in your career and looking for a change, navigating the job market can be confusing. With most job markets, there is an ebb and flow based on the demand for goods. However, some jobs are bound to stand the test of time. Skywalk Group has done the research and compiled a list of jobs that should be in high demand for years to come. 1.       Computer Programmers No surprise...

Educated, vibrant and eager are just a few words to describe recent college graduates. They worked hard to earn their degrees and now they are pouncing on the opportunity to use them. So how do you get ahold of the top new talent entering the workforce? Skywalk Group has compiled a list of things you need to do if you want the best of the best this graduation season.   Compensation and Benefits This may seem like a no-brainer, but compensation and benefits packages are going to be the...