Temp- tation                                                                 November  2016 
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Cost Per Hire
According to the 2016 Human Capital Bench-marking Survey published by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the average cost per hire is $4,129, and the average time to fill a given position is 42 days.  

The survey of more than 2,000 respondents also found that the average employee turnover is 8 years, and the annual turnover rate is 19%. 

The average salary increase among respondent companies was 2.7%. 
Temptation Trivia  
With the Presidential election now behind us it's time for some Presidential Trivia
   
Name the U. S. President who...
 
1. Served in the military during TWO world wars
 
2. Resigned from office
 
3. Was confined to a wheelchair
 
4. Was elected unanimously
 
5. Owned a peanut farm
 
6. Brought about the removal of the Berlin Wall
 
7. Was never actually elected president

8. Gave a defiant speech from the rubble of the Twin Towers  
 
9. Played the saxophone on the Arsenio Hall Show
 
10. Had a stuffed animal named after him

If you can name all of the past Presidents from the clues provided,  call or e-mail your local branch office by noon this Friday.  One winner in each branch will be chosen at random from those that answered correctly, and that person will get treats delivered!  
 
Last issue answer: Gene Wilder played the grandson of a famous mad scientist in the movie "Young Frankenstein."  
 
The top 10 Aerosmith song "Walk This Way" was inspired by a line from the movie. 
Anniversaries
 
   
Carrie Weber
Senior Staffing Specialist 
Chilton
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New rules from the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) say notice must be given to workers explaining their right to report any injury or illness without fear of retaliation for making the report. Employers must establish a procedure for workers to report work-related injuries and illnesses promptly. Furthermore, employers may not fire or discriminate against workers for reporting a work-related injury or illness. Incentive programs based on maintaining an "injury free" period may now be considered unreasonable if the policy would deter an employee from reporting a work-related injury.

Post-injury drug testing should be done with caution, so as not to deter injury reporting. In most cases, OSHA's injury and illness data reports will need to be submitted electronically, beginning Jan. 1, 2017.
 
Hayley J. Wallace - Lexology 
One Minute Ideas
10 Timeless Business Tips From 10 Millionaires
 
There's no such thing as a safe bet  - just because a friend or a family member tells you about an investment, it doesn't mean it is a good opportunity.
You don't have to start a business to be successful  - if you find a good business you can always buy it, grow it, and sell it for a good return.
Just because you have money, it doesn't mean you should blow it  - there is no need for small companies or startups to waste money.
If you want to keep making money you have to spend some on yourself  - if you end up spending money on yourself, it will create a drive in you that will cause you to want to make more money.   
Have some guts  - stand up for yourself and don't be afraid to confront others.  Letting others push you around may not seem like a big deal at first, but it can impact your life and business in a negative way.  
Raising venture capital is harder than being struck by lightning  - a venture capitalist usually has no clue about most of the investments brought to him or her.  But if you make the investor feel that they can contribute to your company and if you can show growth, the investor will be hooked.    
There is nothing wrong with being last in line  - if you miss out on an opportunity, who cares?  There are plenty more out there.
Staying under the radar isn't always a bad thing  - getting press and buzz may be nice, but it can also cause your company to be getting too much attention.  This can lead to things like increased competition.  It may just be better to stay under the radar and make millions while you can.  
Don't judge a book by its cover - whether a Harvard MBA or a bum hits you up, take the time to listen and respond to everyone. Don't judge anyone too quickly because you don't know who is going to be the next Bill Gates. 
Ride other peoples' coattails  - being successful isn't always easy, so why not increase your odds by following other successful people.  You may not be as successful as them, but you'll do well enough. 
  
Neil Patel - quicksprout.com    
Recipe
Caramelized Onion and Bacon Dip
Ingredients
2 large onions
10 slices bacon
8 oz. cream cheese - softened
3/4 C sour cream
1/4 C parmesan cheese - shredded
2 T garlic - minced
2 T salted butter
2 T olive oil
2 T cooking sherry (optional)
 
Directions
In a pan over low- medium heat, melt butter.  Add olive oil, garlic and onions.  Cook until onions are nice and caramelized (about 30-40 minutes).  Cook the bacon until crispy.  Let cool on a paper towel to absorb extra grease.  Crumble.  In a large mixing bowl combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, parmesan and chopped parsley.  Mix in bacon and caramelized onions.  Serve warm or cold. 

Makes 10 servings
Per Serving: Calories - 151, Protein - 4.6 g, Carbs - 3.3 net g
Fat - 3.8 g. 
 
  

 

Inspirational Quote
You cannot afford to live in potential for the rest of your life.  At some point you have to unleash the potential and make your move. - Eric Thomas