Tackle the Super Bowl Monday Productivity Slump
January 30th, 2019The day after the big game has long been a point of contention for employers. Absent, late, and distracted employees cost money. Read more for helpful tips on tackling the Super Bowl Monday slump.
50 Years of Making Business Simple
January 18th, 20192019 marks a big year at ALTRES Hawaii. We are celebrating 50 years in business with special events and initiatives all year long.
6 Tips to Encourage Workplace Wellness
December 19th, 2018When employees are healthy, illnesses decrease which in turn means absenteeism goes down, productivity goes up, and stress is lowered. Here are a few inexpensive ways to encourage employee wellness at your workplace.
New Salary History Ban is the Law in Hawaii
December 18th, 2018Hawaii has joined the growing list of states that ban employers from asking about an applicant's salary history. What does the law say and what does it mean for employers?
Raising the Bar for Good: Special Olympics Hawaii
November 14th, 2018Social contribution is a cornerstone of the workplace culture at ALTRES. This year our Fall FUNdraiser generated $7,000 for Special Olympics Hawaii.
How to Manage Vacation Leave Fairly and Efficiently
November 11th, 2018It's the season when many employees request vacation leave to visit the family or spend time with kids on break. Unfortunately, not everyone can take off at the same time.
Tips for Evaluating a Candidate with Employment Gaps
September 27th, 2018Employment gaps aren’t always bad news. Here are a few things to consider when assessing an applicant with a gap in work history.
When Should You Hire Someone Who’s Been Let Go?
September 4th, 2018Would you consider hiring someone who was fired from a past position? Given the current state of employment in Hawaii, more employers are opting to give employees second chances in order to fill gaps in their workforce. But how do you decide who gets hired and who doesn’t?
Costly Job Offer Letter Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
August 20th, 2018Writing a job offer letter seems straightforward. But a small misstep in the offer stage can create costly consequences for a company.
5 Hiring Challenges New Businesses Face
August 2nd, 2018Staffing a small business in Hawaii often follows a predictable pattern: look to family, tap your circle of friends, and finally, delve into the realm of hiring strangers. These are five challenges new businesses need to meet as they begin staffing up.
