It’s National Safety Month – How Does That Apply to Office Settings?

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When people think of workplace safety, an office environment isn’t the first workplace they picture. But serious accidents and injuries occur in almost any setting, including offices. In fact, the leading types of office injuries1 result from common accidents like trips and falls, strains, falling objects, striking against objects and being stuck between objects. To… Read more »

Are You Being a Pest in Your Job Search?

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When you’re looking for a new job, it is common to be excited and even a bit anxious. While following up on an opportunity can be a smart move, going too far can quickly have you labeled as a pest instead of someone who is simply interested in a position. To make sure you don’t… Read more »

Here’s How a Staffing Agency Provides a Unique Solution for Your Talent Needs

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When choosing a staffing agency, you want to select a company that isn’t going to provide a cookie-cutter approach that ignores the unique needs of your business. Skilled firms are capable of learning about your company, allowing them to create a personalized solution designed to help you succeed. If you ever wondered what makes their… Read more »

How to Lose the Job Before You Sit Down for the Interview

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Many job seekers see a job as won or lost based on the interview. While that part of the process is obviously important, what you do before sitting down with the hiring manager can play just as much of a role in whether you are selected as any other component. To help ensure you don’t… Read more »

Is Hiring the Job Hopper a Valid Concern?

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Many companies are concerned about bringing employees on board who have a resume with too many jobs in a short period of time. It turns out hiring a former job hopper isn’t necessarily a bad move depending on the employee’s motive. Some workers have changed jobs to take advantage of opportunities to advance along their… Read more »

One Thing NOT to Ask For During the Job Interview

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Many professionals are seeing the benefits of increased demand for their talents thanks to the unemployment rate sitting at 4.7 percent1. This gives job seekers a lot of leverage when negotiating for positions. They are able to seek out positions that offer a range of benefits, including the highly desirable potential for growth2. However, just… Read more »

Which Part of Your Hiring Process Can Be Improved?

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As great as your hiring process is, there’s always room for improvement. In a candidate-driven market, a long time-to-fill will come back to hurt your company. When you are continually meeting to make a decision on a candidate, they have already decided to go with another option. If you are having problems with handling each… Read more »

How to Stand Out in the Interview Process

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When applying for work through a staffing agency, it’s important you set yourself apart from all other candidates. Follow these guidelines for securing your next position. Follow Directions It’s important you follow directions when filling out the staffing firm’s application. This is your first test in determining whether you do exactly as you’re asked. Ensure… Read more »

3 Benefits to Offer Job Candidates to Get Them to Accept the Job Offer

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As competition for top talent continues increasing, it’s important you know what to offer candidates so they want to work for your company. (Here’s a hint: one thing you can offer doesn’t cost you anything – it’s a quick and robust hiring process.) Here are three benefits you’ll want to include in job offers so… Read more »

What Does a Recruiter Look for in Your LinkedIn Profile?

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Because most recruiters use LinkedIn when finding top candidates for their client companies, it’s important to keep your profile updated. Here are four areas of your LinkedIn profile to pay close attention to so you’re more likely to grab a recruiter’s attention. Quantitative Results Listing specific, measurable results helps you get noticed. For example, stating… Read more »