With the unemployment rate at a record low, your company may be having trouble finding qualified candidates. So, what should you do? Guess what? It’s time to get creative. Check out these innovative strategies for recruiting new talent. Manufacture Talent According to staffing expert, Scott Wintrip companies can create or “manufacture” candidates for open positions.… Read More »
You’re flipping through resumes when you spot it – a resume gap. Should you immediately throw this application in the trash? Or should you take another look? Follow these guidelines to make a more informed decision. What a Resume Gap Might Say About a Candidate Employment gaps happen for a variety of reasons. Generally, you… Read More »
Are you wondering if working with an employment agency is right for you? With the new year approaching, now is a smart time for your organization to ask this question. Here are five top benefits a staffing firm can offer. 1. Find Top Talent in a Tight Labor Market This past September, the unemployment rate… Read More »
Your company recently posted an open position. Within the hour, an employee knocks on your door breathless with excitement. They have a friend who would be PERFECT for this job. Should you consider their suggestion or stay as far away from this situation as possible? The correct answer depends. A referral could be fantastic, or… Read More »
Filling warehouse jobs can be challenging. After all, working in a warehouse isn’t most people’s first choice. However, finding employees isn’t an impossible task. Sometimes, using a slightly different approach makes all the difference. Use these five strategies to craft more appealing job descriptions that attract the right candidates. Give the Job Meaning Warehouse workers… Read More »
You added a new employee to your team. You thought they would be a great fit, but things aren’t working out as planned. Uh oh. Now what? Sometimes, despite all the best recruiting efforts, bad hires happen. And, although you can’t guarantee a perfect record, you can minimize the effects of mistakes. Don’t Delay Addressing… Read More »
Is your company hiring? Before you post to the job boards, sort through resumes or conduct interviews, have you clearly defined the exact employee you need? This is where hiring criteria comes into play. Although hiring criteria varies by position and industry, these five categories are a good starting point for any organization. Qualifications First,… Read More »
Modern-day staffing dates to the 1940s. With soldiers leaving to serve in World War II, businesses scrambled to fill open positions. The first employment agencies sprung up to recruit housewives on the home front. Eighty years later, around 20,000 staffing and recruiting firms operate around 39,000 offices in the U.S. according to the American Staffing… Read More »
Negative reviews, even one or two, can damage the reputation of your company and make hiring more difficult. In this case, whining matters. Let’s examine the problem as well as practical solutions. Why Bad Reviews Hurt Your Company People Read Online Comments Finding out more about any organization is a search and a click away.… Read More »
Finding the right employee often starts with a great job description. But, job descriptions can be challenging to write as they must describe the position and attract potential candidates. Do your job descriptions need an overhaul? Use these five tips to improve your listings. 1. Start with a Great Job Title Titles can be tricky.… Read More »