Posts by Roland Hearns
Don’t Dismiss Experience: Why Older Workers Are an Asset to Your Workplace
The traditional image of retirement is fading fast. With people living longer, healthier lives, the concept of a set “retirement age” is becoming increasingly antiquated. That trend isn’t entirely new,…
Read More5 Key Elements to Building A High Performing Team
For years, CEOs, consultants, and HR leaders have stressed the importance of building a strong team. While most people understand the importance of building great teams and how it impacts…
Read MoreWhy Mentoring Programs Matter
“We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” – Winston Churchill What do singer-songwriter Bob Dylan, writer Henry David Thoreau, philanthropist…
Read MoreRethinking the Workplace: Does Your Space Suit Your Needs?
The way we work has undergone a dramatic transformation in recent years, and to notice it, you only have to look around the office itself. Where people work matters a…
Read MoreCreating an Amazing Company Culture
“What’s the culture like here?” was the question I was asked most as Head of Talent Acquisition for a major retail enterprise. Not surprising that today’s employees consider company culture…
Read More5 Simple Strategies for College Graduates Pursuing a Career
Your college graduation is a significant achievement, but ideally, it’s just the first of many. Next up for most grads is a fulfilling career that provides opportunities for personal growth,…
Read MoreWhy a Positive Work Environment Matters
It is well documented that the average U.S. employee spends a third of their life at work, so it’s no wonder that where we work is just as important as…
Read MoreEmpowering Employees With Servant Leadership
Cisso Bean & Dutch has had the privilege of working with many organizations over the years and we’ve seen it all when it comes to acquiring and retaining talent. One…
Read MoreBecoming A Better Manager
Becoming a better manager isn’t something that happens overnight. It takes time, hard work, and the willingness to change. Management today is much different than in the past. You can’t…
Read MoreCreative Staffing Trends in 2024
At Cisso Bean & Dutch, we’re always staying close to the various forces that shape the world of human resources and the business landscape. In the past, we’ve kept you…
Read MoreBack to Basics Recruiting
[Updated from a previous CB&D Blog “4 Recruiting Tips You Should Know”]. In business, there’s always the need to have ‘the right people in the right job at the right…
Read More7 Work-Life Balance Tips
Creating the perfect balance between work and home can be a constant challenge especially when modern careers seem to require more from us. Schedules are busier now more than ever,…
Read MoreChanging Careers in a Changing World
The only thing that stays the same is change, and that’s especially true in the working world. As companies grow, adapt, and adjust, their employees must do the same. The…
Read MoreRecruitment in the Time of TikTok
When it comes to talent acquisition, staying ahead of the curve is essential. Recruitment is always evolving, so traditional methods can fall short in reaching today’s digital, diverse, and dynamic…
Read MoreHere’s to Great Bosses
Boss’s Day is celebrated each year on October 16th. In recognition of current and aspiring great bosses everywhere, we thought it appropriate to repost (with a few updates) our blog…
Read MoreToday’s Multigenerational Workforce
The inherent benefits of an age-diverse workforce should not be underestimated. For the first time in history, five generations are working together. Whether it’s the younger generation just embarking on…
Read MoreNo “Do-overs” in Onboarding
First impressions really are lasting ones. That’s why you only get one chance to make it an impactful one. As an employer, it’s important to maximize the first day experience…
Read MoreYour Employees Deserve a Break
If you walked into your employee break room, what would you see? Is it a place that is reflective of your organization? Is it a place where employees can comfortably…
Read MoreWant to Know What Employees Value Most? Ask Them.
[Updated from a previous CB&D Blog “What Employees Value Most May Surprise You]. Across just about every industry, in a post-Covid world, I’ve found employees have never been more focused…
Read MoreUsing Artificial Intelligence in The Hiring Process
Despite what many believe, artificial intelligence (AI) is not meant to replace humans. It’s simply one tool to help manage repetitive processes for certain functions within human resources, especially for…
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