Pumpkin Carving at HILT Marketing, Inc.

HILT Marketing, Inc. got together on Thursday for a pumpkin carving competition!  After splitting into teams, the slicing, scooping and carving began! Each team seemed to take a different approach, which made it even more interesting.  We like to incorporate family and friends with events like this; it gives us a chance to get to know each other better and have some fun outside of the office.  Thanks to everyone who came out for the event!

Developing a Plan for Company New Hires

By: Katherine Graham-Leviss at entrepreneur.com

Assessing employees starts on Day One. The sooner you set expectations for your employees, the more likely you are to have a productive team that supports and grows your business. And that isn't the only benefit. There are three primary reasons to create individual development plans for managing performance. A development plan will:

1. Set expectations for performance. It gives employees clear expectations for their results. 

2. Create a coaching document and put a process in place with a road map for advancement and a schedule to review progress, which holds managers accountable for providing feedback.

3. Create a benchmark that shows growth and improvement or the lack of progress against goals. This benchmark will assist you in developing your team members at all levels.
 
By building a development plan around these concepts, HILT Marketing, Inc. has been able to grow, develop and advance its employees in a supportive environment. 

HILT Marketing, Inc. Attends Conference in Chicago!

The sales and marketing team at HILT Marketing spent last weekend in Chicago, IL for a conference that was for sales and marketing companies across the U.S.  The conference was lead by consultants that have a track record of success and a plethora of knowledge to share. There were many focus groups that included human resource development, scenario-based management discussions, and improved sales and marketing techniques.  These conferences target every aspect of the business and help everyone in the company sharpen their skills. HILT Marketing typically attends this type of conference a few times a year.

College Degrees That Employers Love!

While studies show that a college degree is a big step toward more wealth and happiness, employers prefer some degrees more than others.

 

Wondering which college degree will offer the most possibilities for your future? Experts agree that choosing a versatile major is a great start.

"Looking at the trend, the basic skills that a versatile, more broad-based degree offers can be really appealing to a wide range of businesses. It doesn't matter what the business is," says Michael Brandt, COO of recruiting software firm BrightMove, Inc.

Degree #1 - Bachelor's in Business Administration

You'll not only be able to focus on an area of business that most interests you by taking more specialized classes, you'll also learn about a broad range of topics in finance, marketing, and management, ensuring your career flexibility.

Degree #2 - Master's in Business Administration (MBA)

Simply put, "an MBA tells businesses that this person has taken it to the next level," says Brandt. He adds that it also allows the graduate to approach virtually any business, with a chance at a career in a variety of areas.

Degree #3 - Bachelor's in Accounting

The reason is clear, according to SmartMove's COO Brandt. "What is the first thing any business has to do?" he asks. "They have to manage their money. So understanding general accounting rules is very attractive to any business owner."

Degree #4 - Bachelor's in Communications

It's never been more important for companies to market their message than in today's speed-of-the-web, social media society, so a degree in communications could open up any number of possible career paths. And most are very exciting, like brand building, marketing, corporate communications, writing, and so many others.

Degree #5 - Bachelor's in Information Technology

In the information age, technology is no longer a luxury, it's a necessity, making a bachelor's in information technology one of the most desirable and flexible degrees available.

By: Terence Loose