Looking for a new position is a daunting task. You’ve gone over your resume dozens of times trying to make sure all bases are covered and all details are perfect.
But after a month or more of applying, the phone still isn’t ringing, or interviews are happening but the offers aren’t coming in. What’s going on?
Bringing on a new employee is an exciting time. There’s a new team member to introduce around, a new person with insight and questions that might bring new suggestions for shaking off the old routine.
But it takes time to get someone settled in and up to speed in their new position, a process that begins with onboarding.
It’s a fact of business life: Employees aren’t likely to stay in one job forever. Something might happen to prompt them to start looking for a new opportunity and, regardless of what you might to do try and retain them, they leave and the company has to find someone new.
Employee retention is a challenge for all companies, and for managers in particular. Finding, hiring and keeping great employees is an ongoing process and one which deserves adequate attention and care to do correctly.
It costs more than just time to replace an employee
Here it is: The blank slate of a new year. An open book of opportunity and the chance to set new goals for what you’d like to achieve, without being held back by what was true in the past.
Time to get excited!
If anything and everything is possible, it can be a little intimidating and overwhelming. It can be hard to know where to start. But that’s ok! We’re here to help.
Here are some tips for how to set the right goals for your career in 2020.
The most crucial and forward-facing role in your office isn’t the president or CEO. It isn’t your best salesperson or your HR manager.
It’s your receptionist.
This is the person who sets the tone and welcomes guests and clients. It’s the person who keeps the office humming and makes sure every last detail is in place. The wrong person in this role can drive away business, but the right person can make an office feel like a home.
Here’s what to look for when hiring for this incredibly important position:
When looking for a new job, it can feel like searching for the proverbial needle in a series of haystacks.
It can be difficult, often frustrating, and lonely work that involves lots of effort that can feel like it’s going nowhere.
But working with a staffing agency, like LeadingEdge Personnel, can help make the process a lot less stressful and a lot more fulfilling, and it can cut the distance between you and a new job considerably.
Whether you’re between jobs that will move your career forward or find yourself out of a job unexpectedly, temporary work can be a great way to get yourself going.
But don’t just think of temporary work as something to do. Taking a temp job can offer long-term benefits to your career!
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The parties, the treats, the spirit of good cheer and goodwill, that magic that comes with the holidays and makes everything just a little better.
With that holiday magic, of course, come endless distractions: online shopping, juggling appointments, trying to get more done in less time and maybe trying to cut a few corners during the workday to get everything done on time.
How can you keep your employees focused on the tasks at hand when visions of sugarplums are dancing in their heads?
Here are some helpful hints to help you nail it!
Every professional on the planet, in big business and small business, has faced an interview at some point in their lives. This can be very exciting to face a new career opportunity, but nerve wracking to feel like you may not make the cut, or you are up against many candidates and worry how you will stand out.
Although it is perfectly normal to have interview jitters, calming your nerves so you don’t psych yourself out to the point you jeopardize your performance is important. Being as prepared as possible will help ease your mind so that you can face your interview calmly and with confidence.
If you want to make sure you aren’t nervous about your next interview, here are some tips that can help.
Do Some Research on the Company
Feeling like you may be asked a question that you don’t have the answer for would stop anyone in their tracks. Do some homework on the company to learn their mission, structure and recent accomplishments. Having a good idea of what the company is about will help you address all the key points as to why you would be a god fit.
Beforehand, it may also be beneficial to take some notes on specific qualifications you have that fit the job description you are applying for. You know what your skills are and being able to answer confidently without hesitation can help reassure that your strengths are highlighted to the interviewer.
These things will help you anticipate any question that they could ask.
Have Everything Ready to Go
Don’t let yourself be in a panic the morning of because you didn’t prepare. Everything from setting your outfit out, checking directions and packing your bag ahead of time will allow your morning to be a bit more manageable so you can mentally focus.
By doing so, you allow yourself to take your time the morning of and not be in panic mode.
Have A Positive Attitude
Starting your day with a positive attitude is a good way to get your mind in a healthy place to face your interview. Make sure to breathe and be calm when walking into the interview, you don’t want to throw off your interviewer with nerves and a negative attitude. Remember you got the interview for a reason, so remind yourself of your strengths.
Even though it is perfectly normal to be nervous, you are in control of how the interview goes. Applying these three helpful tips will help you nail your interview! Additionally, don’t count out your resources. Agencies like LeadingEdge Personnel have recruiting staff that are available to share their expertise and help you succeed. Contact us for more information.
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According to The American Staffing Association, nearly 15 million employees are working for a staffing agency. Temporary employment agencies have helped to fill positions for all different kinds of industries for decades.
National Staffing Employee Week is an opportunity to celebrate the hard work and dedication of the millions of people they employ.
Starting over or finding the right job can be a hard arena to navigate. Figuring out what you are looking for in a new position is probably the hardest thing to do but consider what it is you really want.
Staffing agencies offer many kinds of jobs to consider, do you want part time employment? Do you want full time employment? Or are you looking to try out a few different companies and have the opportunity to be a temp to hire employee?
A staffing agency like LeadingEdge Personnel will be able to help you evaluate all these things and find a fit that is best for you. The nice thing is, you still get the perks of being an agency employee!
National Staffing Employee Week wants to recognize all those individuals employed by U.S. staffing agencies. Below are a few ways LeadingEdge Personnel likes to show appreciation:
Feature an employee of the month. We surprise our employee by showing up at their place of employment with balloons, lapel pin, freshly baked cookies and a crisp one hundred dollar bill.
Host an appreciation lunch/event. Or maybe this is a gift card so they can take themselves somewhere?
Offer paid time off. Temporary workers don’t often get to take time away from work without giving up a portion of their paycheck, so this is a great way to show them their contributions to your team mean a lot.
To conclude, a staffing agency will offer all the help and guidance to help you find the best job for you. Learn more about LeadingEdge Personnel below, and Happy National Staffing Employee Week!
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