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University towns are unique for many reasons, all of which shape the energy and culture of the region. From the omnipresent exchange of ideas to the never-ending arts and cultural activities to the employment opportunities at the University of Florida, people often choose to live and work in cities like Gainesville for its energy and...

The competition to attract and retain good talent is stiff in today’s job market. While salary and benefits are often the biggest investment a company makes in its employees, there are other ways organizations can set themselves apart. And as savvy companies know, a key tool used to make potential hires sit up and take...

Probably every five seconds there’s a new article written on some aspect of leadership. Numerous experts discuss the various types of leaders, i.e. transformational, laissez-faire, autocratic, transactional, hands-on and situational. Yet there’s a proportionately smaller number of articles that focus on an incredibly important aspect of leadership…how to spot those talented and sometimes elusive future...

What an eye catcher, I mean a real dream-come-true right? Working from home. Telecommuting, if we want to get technical. Think about waking up and heading straight for the couch–no red lights, no road rage and no eating a less than satisfying breakfast bagel from the drive thru while dripping hot cheese all over your...

Your brand is a vital marketing tool, but have you thought about its influence on your company’s culture? Effectively branded internal communications have the power to motivate and unify your employees, and might even make them better customer service representatives. The trick is creating an internal communications plan that is both strategic and authentic. Establish...

Spoiler alert: Despite what you may believe about your abilities, only 2 to 3 percent of the population can actually multitask. And Scott Blades, Assistant Director of Training and Organizational Development at University of Florida Human Resources, has a mission to provide insight to help people understand there is a better way to work. “We’re...

Bob Dylan said the times, they are a changing. And while his prophetic language wasn’t referencing employee morale, it’s certainly applicable in today’s job market. Employee longevity is a thing of the past; the average person changes jobs 10 to 15 times, averaging around 12 jobs during his or her career. And many workers spend...

As a recruiting professional or a small business owner, you may feel that you spend all your time hiring new employees and you might be right. The cycle is endless, just as you get someone up and running, the employee finds another opportunity, or you both realize it is just not the right fit. Here...

The act of growing oneself or others requires leadership. The ability to lead is an art, a collection of skills, which can be learned and sharpened1 through professional development. Nancy Halbrook, Human Resources Manager for SiVance, LLC, a subsidiary of Milliken & Company, believes that professional development is equally as important as technical education in...

The competition to attract and retain good talent is stiff in today’s job market. While salary and benefits are often the biggest investment a company makes in its employees, there are other ways organizations can set themselves apart. And as savvy companies know, a key tool used to make potential hires sit up and take...