The Goal of a Phone Interview

Finding the best person for the job is often easier said than done. There’s a very good chance that you get dozens of resumes for each posted position. It’s probably easy to automatically eliminate a portion of those applicants, but that still leaves you with a lot of potentials. Bringing each and every one of… Read more »

Making a Temporary Employee Feel Welcome

Temporary workers can be a huge asset to your team. You’re able to hire them to fill the gaps when you need some extra help, without any commitment to keep them on staff when their services are no longer needed. It’s true that these people will only be part of your team for a limited… Read more »

Does Your Resume Represent You Well?

In the past, it was perfectly acceptable to submit one general resume to every position you’re applying for, but things have changed. If you want to gain a competitive advantage these days, you’ll need to custom fit your resume to every opportunity you’re interested in. This approach may seem daunting, but it’s definitely worth the… Read more »

Hiring for Retention

You’ve heard it before, but it’s always worth restating, because it’s just that important — your employees really are the most important aspect of your company. When hiring new people to join your team, it’s easy to settle for the first seemingly qualified person that submits a resume, but this practice won’t get you very… Read more »

What to Look for in a Candidate’s Thank-You Note

Career experts urge job seekers to immediately follow up with hiring managers after an interview by writing a thank-you note, so it’s surprising that most people don’t take this advice. It’s always nice to receive a message from a candidate thanking you for your time and restating their interest in the position, but of course… Read more »

Is Temp-to-Hire the Right Staffing Solution for You?

You’ve heard it a million times, but that’s only because it’s true — your employees really are the key to your company’s lasting success. When making a hiring decision, you need to be absolutely certain that you’re doing the right thing. This is where a temp-to-hire staffing solution comes in. Having the opportunity to work… Read more »

Strategies to Overcome Your Biggest Hiring Challenges

As a manager, you always want to hire the best person for the job. However, finding that person — sometimes on very short notice — can seem downright impossible. It’s important to know that you’re not alone. Companies of all sizes, from many different industries, often face similar hiring challenges. Sometimes you may need to… Read more »

Don’t Let the Flu Enter Your Workplace!

You’re probably already well aware of this, but we’re currently in the heart of flu season. There’s a good chance you know a handful of people right now who are out of commission due to sore throats, bad coughs and other flu-like symptoms. Now is the time to take action to ensure your entire team… Read more »

Getting The Most From Your Temporary Employees

Nearly every business in the world could benefit from workforce flexibility.  But what many professionals don’t realize is that “temps” can be used for more than just fill-ins for sick and vacation time.  In fact, when used strategically, temporary staffing can improve productivity, increase capacity to handle spikes in workload, and provide access to specialized… Read more »

Get Motivated

I don’t know about you, but quite frankly I’m sick of hearing about the tough economy.  So today, we’re going to focus on 5 ways to turn negative thoughts into positive action. You have a lot of potential – start recognizing it! You may not be built like a body builder or be mistaken for… Read more »