Blog 4 - human resource development

As the economy slowly begins growing, many area companies will start to hire new employees. My article discusses the issue that in 2010 Lehigh Valley area companies finally stabilized employee hiring to meet the demands of a declining economy.

Being aware of their local labor market will direct human resource managers in a direction of where to seek new employees. In doing so, companies have an opportunity to engage new employee with an orientation process. Of the many forms of training employees, orientation offers an opportunity for new employees to become comfortable with becoming part of the company.

In some instances these companies have realized that they need to start hiring again to replace retirees, and basically stabilize their staffing levels.

While these companies begin recruiting again they can attract employees by using internal recruitment which can boost morale for existing employees. Provide ample job postings, and use employee referrals to ensure good employees are attracted.

Human resource managers in addition to approaching colleges can consider other recruitment  methods as well as focus on workplace training to invite new employees and stop good employees from leaving the organization.  Diversity awareness at this point will also ensure the mix of employees resembles the market being served, for example generation y and baby boomers both have something to offer as well as having differing styles in delivering the same product to its customer base. Wise human resource managers will not only ensure the right people get on the bus, but guarantee that those new employees are in the right seats on the b
http://www.mcall.com/business/mc-allentown-big-employers-20110219,0,4202466.storyus.