The old saying, you don’t get a second chance to make a first impression, is true especially in a job search. Social media can be a contributing factor in the decision to hire. Employers are taking a risk when hiring a new person. Beyond the skills and education needed for the position, employers want insightContinue Reading
Finding the right fit is equally important for employers as well as employees. Temporary to permanent placement might be the best solution for both. A credible staffing agency is the best mediator of such an arrangement. A good staffing agency ensures candidates are thoroughly vetted, usually including skills testing, background checks, drug tests, and personalContinue Reading
This time of year, I love the joy of wrapping presents. Yes, the gift takes center stage, but the packaging adds to the delight and anticipation. It is wonderful to see the enchantment of a friend or loved one, as they behold the beauty of paper and ribbon, and contemplate the treasure within. It is theContinue Reading
A recent 2016 Staffing Industry survey by Haley Marketing revealed that 65% of the 487 staffing professionals who responded, cite the gap between job requirements and the skills of candidates as “very” or “extremely” challenging. In fact, the survey indicated this skills gap is the number one job frustration among respondents. These results left theContinue Reading
Sizing up the interviewee sitting across the desk from you can be daunting. How do you really know who you are talking to? Getting past the resume and prepared answers is the key. Asking situational questions can reveal character and personality traits, if you know how to listen. Questions that begin with statements such as,Continue Reading
If you are a leader at your organization, you may find yourself in a situation where you’re hiring or managing a friend. And if your friend is struggling in a management role, their subordinates may end up coming to you with their concerns. In such a case, it may be hard to hear complaints aboutContinue Reading
Unemployment is rising again in Corpus Christi, and more local residents are looking for jobs. Luckily, there are more ways of getting a foot in the door than there used to be. The amount of temp-to-hire work in the U.S. has doubled since the recession ended in 2009, giving job applicants more chances to winContinue Reading
In business, recruiting new employees, navigating the complex hiring process or dealing with vacant positions doesn’t mean the flow of work has stopped. Open job slots may affect productivity and stretch other staff members. If this sounds familiar, then the use of temporary employees may just be the resource you need to keep your company movingContinue Reading
Motivation matters. It’s the “stuff” that makes you want to get out of bed each morning and, if managed properly, could mean the difference between a less-than-productive workforce and employees that flourish. Motivated employees tend to be engaged and find their jobs more fulfilling. So interviewing job applicants with motivation in mind is a strategyContinue Reading
Smart staffing is critical to any business strategy. While hiring the right people can put your company on track for profit and growth, hiring the wrong people opens the door for serious business risks: unplanned productivity losses, diminished service quality, negative customer reviews – even theft or fraud. If you think correcting an unfortunate staffingContinue Reading
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