Clients and Friends:
This has been an interesting month with the country concerned about a Swine Flu Pandemic, raising the question of whether or not we, as employers and business owners, are prepared for such a health emergency. That and the latest on web filing employment applications are addressed below right after “A Dose of ...,” where we feature one of our great clients and introduce you to their services or products (you could be next!).
Wishing you a strong and prosperous month,
~ Terri Olson
If you work, live or frequent the Los Angeles area, our client CAMACHO’S INC. has five amazing restaurants to delight your palette! El Paseo Inn graces Olvera Street where you can enjoy a bit of history, people watching and great Mexican food. On the Santa Monica Pier, Mariasol provides a beautiful view and wonderful menu. When the weather is perfect, you won’t want to leave!
Just walking up the sidewalk to Liberty Grill will have your mouth watering as they grill their fish and meats on almond bark. Whether you eat indoors or enjoy the outdoor patio and bar, you’ll love this peaceful setting among the commotion of the neighboring Staples Center and Nokia Theatre. For a wilder setting, take a walk down Universal CityWalk and stop at Camacho’s Cantina for a festive setting and icy margarita.
If you’re in Las Vegas for the weekend, check out their newest location, Camacho’s Cantina Aliante, offering unique cuisine inside the fun-filled Aliante casino. This family-owned business has been a client since 2005 and we’ve loved working with them. For addresses to each location, go to http://www.camachosinc.com.
Although the panic seems to be dying down over this latest version of flu, it does raise the question of whether we as managers or business owners are prepared for such an urgent matter.
Do you have a disaster plan in place whether it’s for a flu pandemic, massive earthquake or other such emergency that could devastate your business? Do you have your personnel files in fireproof filing cabinets to protect them from damage / loss in a fire? Do you have an Injury and Illness Prevention Plan (required in California) and designated personnel that are prepared to act in the case of a safety emergency?
All of these issues - whether we like to think of them or not - determine whether a business can recover rapidly from an emergency. If you need help in getting started, we can provide answers and/or resources.
Have you heard about the latest method in recruiting? Some companies have started taking employment applications via video! This creative method is done by incorporating Web 2.0 functionality onto your website, so that applicants can apply for your open position by uploading their personal video.
Of course, there are some risks to this recruiting method, mainly that you are subject to discrimination complaints if you don’t like what you see (e.g., the candidate’s physical appearance or mannerisms). Eliminating a candidate before s/he completes an employment application is risky. Regardless of the risk, web filing is, most likely, the wave of the future.
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