We have recently seen a round of debate on the suitability of a particular person’s credentials to head a ministry. This brings out the point that many HR managers grapple with: should organizations look for qualification or competence? It is true that a qualification is awarded to those who demonstrated certain degree of proficiency in
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Here is an important question: What do you think influences your performance at the workplace? Question looks simple, but answers could be many. The usual factors that influence the workplace performance are: role clarity, amenities, quality of colleagues, cooperation across various departments, compensation, incentives, my personal competence and motivation. In addition to all the above
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The first step to getting a great job is ‘resume writing’. Make sure it is authentic, reflects who you are and is unique to you. One thing that we need to keep in mind while preparing our resume is “don’t simply write your resume, build it!”. In these days of increasing competition, where there are
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“The story published by Times of India (dated January 5, 2014) triggered these questions and worth giving a thought which says fluent English speakers earn 34% more than others do.” – Dr. Raj Follow Dr. Raj on Twitter @drraj29 Do we actually perceive some one to be less competent if he/she speaks poor English? Is
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” I compare trust with oxygen which exists in our lives; but we may not be so conscious of its presence! The moment there is a short supply, we feel breathless!” Says Dr. Raj, CEO, HR Footprints. All of us have had our tryst with ‘trust’. I may not be wrong in saying that we thought
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Read for some unreasonable reasons for rejecting a job. However, one important thing to remember is that if you have justified reasons for rejecting a job, there is no reason why you should not do it. Just as employers may reject you if you do not fit the role, you may reject the offer if
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