Astronology - The Challenges of Rehiring

Astronology Volume XII Issue 28 April 29, 2012 Dear Andrew, Astron Solutions provides high-quality, low-cost, innovative human resources consulting services to organizations like yours. Call us for advice, innovative program design, and user-friendly Web/PC based software.   Fact or Fiction  New York City has over 700 miles of subway track. FACT! New York City actually has 722 miles of subway track!  Click here to find out other interesting facts about New York.    The Challenges of Rehiring  Back in 2009 we experienced some severe hits to our economy which resulted in record-breaking unemployment rates. Although things have gotten better, a number of organizations have been pondering the thought of rehiring talent shed during the economic downturn.  In a survey conducted by The Society for Human Resource Management, 45% of HR professionals indicated they have rehired some of their former employees.  Have you wondered the same? Keep in mind that perhaps it wasn't an economic reason for the dismissal.  Perhaps the employee left voluntarily and now decided that he / she wants to come back.  Does this scenario warrant serious consideration?....more     Have a Question? If you have a topic you would like addressed in Astronology, or some feedback on a past article, don't hesitate to tell us!  Simply reply to this e-mail.  See your question answered, or comments addressed, in an upcoming issue of Astronology. Looking for a top-notch presenter for your human resource organization's meeting?  Both Jennifer Loftus and Michael Maciekowich present highly-rated sessions on a variety of compensation and employee retention issues.  For more information, send an e-mail to info@astronsolutions.com.   The Fine Print We hold your e-mail address in trust.  Astron Solutions promises never to share or rent your personal information.  We also promise never to send you frivolous e-mails and will allow you to leave our list, at your option, at any time. To remove yourself from this list, please follow your personalized subscriber link at the bottom of your Astronology alert e-mail. Copyright 2012, Astron Solutions, LLC ISSN Number 1549-0467 Quick Links Client List Meet the Astron Team Contact Us   World of HR Blog Bringing you Human Resource news from around the globe...compliments of Astron Solutions. More