Hiring Temporary or Direct Hire Employees

Hiring with a staffing firm is always a great option for small and large businesses because staffing professionals allow you to hire for a temporary or permanent position. Below are several pros and cons for hiring temporary or permanent employees.   The Pros and Cons of Hiring a Temporary Employee   The pros:   Hiring… Read more »

Maximize your Hiring Potential with a Staffing Firm

Finding a new job can be a daunting task. Use a staffing firm like Staffers to find you a temporary or permanent job that you will love, without all of the headache! Staffing agencies specialize in matching job candidates and companies who are a great fit for each other. Whether you’re looking to try something… Read more »

How to Effectively Communicate as a Customer Service Professional

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Customer service professionals are vital to the success of businesses in many different industries and having customer service skills can help you in almost any position at any stage of your career. Because customer service is key to your company’s success, improving your customer service skills will help you shine whether you hold an entry-level… Read more »

What to Say When an Interviewer Asks “Tell Me About Yourself”

As a job candidate, you know there are some questions you’re almost always going to get during an interview. One of them is “tell me about yourself.” And, as one of Jackson’s top employment agencies, we at Staffers know it’s one of the most dreaded questions for a reason. It is so open-ended that you… Read more »

The Future of Staffing and Recruiting: Predictions and Trends

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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 »

How to Ask for a Job Reference

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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 »

Addressing Resume Gaps While Putting Your Best Foot Forward

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 »

New to the Working World? Tips for Getting Started

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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: Choosing Temp or Direct Hire

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 »

How to Pursue a Career as an Administrative Assistant

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 »