The Watercooler is PrideStaff’s blog covering trends and tips for successfully managing issues in the workplace, such as: retention, employee engagement, and interviewing.
Staffing agencies have become increasingly central to the economy. With the gig-ification of all parts of the workforce and an increased willingness of workers to seek out the best possible situations, both companies and candidates have turned to recruiters to streamline the process. Given these trends, you can boost your career by turning to a… Read more »
Job interviews are scary enough. Now, you have to worry about the form the conversation might take. Remote interviews have become extremely common. If you haven’t been in the job market in a while, you might not be used to the video format. Not surprisingly, the use of remote job interviews skyrocketed during the pandemic…. Read more »
Job interviews offer candidates a chance to convince you that they deserve a position in your organization. However, sometimes, an applicant goes in the opposite direction. Their behavior at or before an interview actually talks you out of hiring them. Should you listen to these red flags? About a third of hiring executives make a… Read more »
With COVID restrictions largely lifted, many employers are starting to phase their employees back into the office. Are you ready? Returning to the office after being remote for so long is likely to create a bumpy transition period if you don’t prepare properly. Don’t worry, though. You aren’t alone. The pandemic made remote working an… Read more »
Retention & Recruiting BY QUINN HANSON, DIVISION MANAGER — G.A. ROGERS & ASSOCIATES A couple weeks ago, I had the privilege of being a panelist to discuss retention and recruiting tactics with the Chamber of Commerce and the audience of their What’s Brewing event. The following is an excerpt of what was discussed. What… Read more »
Are you getting the most qualified candidates for your open positions? The answer to this question can decide your business destiny. Strong team building starts with impeccable recruitment — finding productive, innovative staff members will drive your company forward. Unfortunately, hiring is often more art than science. Picking the perfect choice from a crowd of… Read more »
Branding long ago expanded beyond the realm of products. Starting with actors and athletes, the concept of a personal brand has crept into all walks of life, popularized by social media and the gig economy. Are you doing enough to clean up your personal brand as you look for that dream job? The process might… Read more »
Remote work has become extremely common in many industries. However, while this structure provides significant advantages for both employees and employers, it has drawbacks as well. When you work from home, it’s often difficult to stay engaged and excited about your daily tasks How do you keep your passion for remote work for the long… Read more »
Safety and security represent key career goals. It’s a great feeling to know for sure that you have a solid position, with a regular paycheck you can count on. As such, you’ve been happily employed at the same company for more than a decade. Why would you ever give that up for the uncertainty of… Read more »
Engaging a staffing firm comes with many benefits. However, there’s one upside that sits at the core of the appeal of any recruiter: reduced hiring costs. By cutting the resources needed to secure top talent, your firm can unlock new levels of team building. But how does this work? How can partnering with a strong… Read more »
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