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Looking for a job can be a challenging and overwhelming experience, especially in a competitive job market. However, with the right strategies, job seekers can increase their chances of standing out to potential employers. Here are five tips for job seekers to help them stand out in a competitive job market: Tailor your resume and… Read more »

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The staffing and recruiting industry is constantly evolving, and it’s important for companies to stay on top of the latest trends and predictions in order to stay competitive. Here are some key predictions and trends for the future of staffing and recruiting: Remote work will continue to be a major trend: With the COVID-19 pandemic… Read more »

Retaining top talent is a critical aspect of any business, and it’s especially important in the staffing and recruiting industry where competition for the best candidates is fierce. Here are some effective strategies for retaining top talent: Develop a strong company culture: A strong company culture can help to attract and retain top talent by… Read more »

Keeping employees motivated and effective is central to a company’s success. A stressed-out, run-down, and overworked staff is sloppy, lacking focus, and prone to mistakes. Even the best, most determined employees will eventually, if pushed too hard, reach a point where they become a liability rather than an asset. Ensuring your employees achieve a healthy… Read more »

Being a good boss or manager isn’t about giving orders. That’s what a dictator does. An effective manager should strive to lead by example, show respect for his or her employees, and inspire subordinates to give their best efforts. It helps greatly if employees find their manager likable. It takes an incredibly rare individual to… Read more »

Managing Through Good and Poor Employee Performance Staffers

Who should you ask for a job reference? How do you ask? Will they say yes? Do employers even look at job references? What do they ask your references? Applying for jobs can be stressful from start to finish, and securing good references is particularly tricky. A potential employer’s call to your references could make… Read more »

More people than you might think have resume gaps, whether they took time off to raise a child, care for a sick family member experienced unemployment, or just needed some time off. If you have a gap in your work history, especially if it’s recent, you will need to address it at some point in… Read more »

Is Your Application Process Pushing Away Top Talent_ Staffers

Are you new to the working world? Looking for your first job out of high school or college is daunting, but we have some tips for getting started. Keep your materials organized When you’re applying for a lot of jobs, it’s easy to lose track of what materials you need to send to what company…. Read more »

Staffing needs

You may find it difficult to determine whether or not you should hire someone permanently or temporarily. A staffing firm can help you make the right decision. Here are some pros and cons to hiring temporary vs direct hire employees. Staffing Needs: Pros of Hiring a Temporary Employee You can hire employees for specific tasks… Read more »

An administrative assistant ensures the day-to-day of an office runs smoothly and efficiently. Becoming an administrative assistant may be a good path for you if you are organized, detail-oriented, and communicate well. An administrative assistant’s responsibilities vary from industry to industry, but more than likely, they will require answering phones, scheduling appointments and meetings, and… Read more »