What does diversity mean for your business? It’s a textbook question that many organizations have a formal answer to, but there’s a difference between words and action. We’ve seen firsthand how hiring a diverse workforce can shape a business for the better. Taking a hard look at diversity goals and policies on a regular basis […]
Would you flip a coin to determine the success or failure of your business? It sounds ridiculous, but this is essentially what countless startups are doing. Studies show that 50% of new businesses fail before their five-year mark, and even 75% of VC-backed startups will eventually fail. Given these stats, it’s natural to wonder how […]
The United States Military Academy. Better known as West Point, it’s a legendary institution that I had the pleasure of visiting recently for a rewarding leadership summit. This event was the first time an all-female executive summit was held at West Point, and it was put on by the Thayer Leadership Development Group. Their mission […]
How do you make sure the people you’re hiring are the right people for your business? It’s an easy question to ask, but a very difficult one to answer. After all, it can singlehandedly shed light on inefficiencies in your interviewing, vetting, and onboarding processes. Given how common this question is, it’s clear that candidate […]
For more than 30 years, our successes at ATR have been driven by our team of dedicated staffing professionals. Our people are at the core of everything we do. With this in mind, our Employee Spotlight series is offering a behind-the-scenes look at the people who make our ATR family great. This month, we’re featuring […]
Anniversaries are a natural time for reflection. However, as we celebrate our 31st here at ATR, we wanted to do something different and more valuable for the business leaders and professionals who have helped us reach this milestone. Rather than look back at our big wins or fun events, we’ve compiled 31 tips from 31 […]
$37 billion sounds like a lot of money, right? That’s how much businesses across the world have lost as a result of poor communication. This figure proves that a company can have state-of-the-art technology, best-in-class equipment, and certified geniuses on their staff, but communication is still the x-factor that holds everything together. It’s what keeps […]
System Administrators are some of the most vital positions in tech, and it’s wonderful that just recently on July 26th it was System Administrator Appreciation Day. While it’s great to have different days singled out for different types of positions, it raises an important question: how are you celebrating all your employees regardless of their […]