Ban the box, are you aware of what your company policy is?

In October 2014, President Obama signed an executive order making it easier for individuals with criminal records to find jobs. The “Ban the Box” initiative has been growing across the country, with many states, counties, and municipalities enacting legislation making it illegal for employers to inquire about criminal convictions before a formal offer of employment. […]

Liberty and United Global Solutions Team Up to Feed Houston’s Hungry

Spending your workday at The Liberty Group is not like working at an ordinary, run-of-the-mill company. One big reason for that is the FISH! Philosophy. Following this set of workplace principles helps us stay focused, keep a great attitude, help those around us, and have a lot of fun along the way! The FISH! philosophy has four […]

The Candidate’s Motto: Be Prepared

Were you a Scout as a kid? If so, you might still possess a few unique skills, like cooking the perfect s’more, pitching a tent in the rain, and tying the dreaded Man O’ War Sheep Shank knot. Those skills don’t come up very often in the business world, but the Scout Motto is still […]

Warming Up for Success

As the temperatures drop outside, it’s time to focus on warming up. No, I’m not talking about sipping hot cocoa by the fireplace (as inviting as that sounds). Instead, I’m talking about having the same mindset as top athletes before an event. No matter the sport, what is the one thing athletes all have in […]

Hiring in 3D

The competition to find top talent is increasing each and every day.  As you look to 2014, do you have a clear idea what you are looking for in your next hire?  While we all have standard needs in an employee, a new hire’s intangibles are what really allow her to succeed within your organization. […]

Your 3 Step Checklist to Wrap Up 2013

Every year, Q4 provides companies with a final 12 weeks to sprint toward the finish line and close the year on a high note. What many forget is that this should also be a time of reflection and recognition on the staff that made so many amazing things happen throughout the year. It is easy […]