Today’s guest post comes from Catherine Burger, BSN, MSOL, RN, who has worked as an RN for nearly 30 years. There are many reasons why nurses choose to work on a contingent basis for companies that specialize in staffing services. These agencies are created to fill both short-term assignments for per-diem nurses and also assist Read more…
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Convention Season: Finding the Right Trade Show Staffing Solution
There is no better way to see new products, review innovative service offerings, or to rub shoulders with knowledgeable industry professionals than at a convention or trade show. These events are held frequently throughout the United States and can consist of everything from consumer electronics, such as the one in Las Vegas, to agricultural equipment Read more…
How Job Placement Agencies Help You Find the Perfect Employee
As a business owner, you understand that efficiency is the key to optimizing productivity. An area of business that’s difficult to streamline is the hiring process. Think of all the steps involved from creating the job posting to vetting interview candidates. Job placement agencies are used to relieve that pressure and give you more time Read more…
Here’s How References Help You Get Employed at Your Dream Job
The job market is still hot these days and job seekers have many options regarding potential employment, but how can you stack the odds in your favor when going after that dream job? One way is to have a list of excellent professional references. We’re talking about past supervisors who know you, know your work Read more…
6 Reasons Why Becoming a Contingent Worker Fits Your Lifestyle
If you have ever thought the 9-to-5 grind just isn’t for you anymore, you’re not alone. Every year, thousands of permanent employees lose their passion for a job — leaving them stuck twiddling their thumbs in career purgatory with a perceived “safe” position at a company that provides what employees think are good benefits. It Read more…
How a Higher Minimum Wage Impacts Hiring
Minimum wage is one of the most polarizing subjects in America. Regional, political and socioeconomic differences have fueled this divisive topic for decades. United States presidents have been on both sides of the argument and chances are, you have taken a strong position either way. States are now taking the responsibility of establishing newer and Read more…
How You Can Speed Up Your Hiring Process
There’s an old axiom in business and human resources which states, “Hire in haste, repent at leisure.” I like to put it another way: Hire in haste, fire at leisure. Business owners and executives know that, often, quick decisions are wrong decisions. With that said, there is a way to speed up the hiring process Read more…
8 Obvious Reasons You Need A Contingent Workforce Strategy Right Now
In the summer of 2018, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that nearly 16.5 million people in the United States held contingent jobs. High profile industries such as coal and steel employed a mere 230,000. The statistics show a dramatic shift towards US businesses hiring contingent workers and a massive growth in this country’s gig Read more…
I Need Help Finding a Job ASAP: 6 Ways A Staffing Agency Can Help
Are you out of work? Maybe you’re underpaid or your current manager is getting you down? Whatever your reason behind looking for a new job is, contacting a reputable staffing agency and working with a job recruiter in your area can be the most efficient way to find a great new gig. We all know Read more…
How to Conduct a Successful Job Interview: Our 5-Step Guide
You have compiled a solid pool of candidates from that perfect job posting. On paper, they all appear to be qualified and have the skills you need from your next employee. But what type of person are you hiring? The interview process is the most important step when it comes to hiring. Face-to-face communication has Read more…