Good employees become more engaged in their work when they feel their contributions matter. One of the best ways managers can give meaning to their employees’ work is by saying “thank you.” The act of showing appreciation to employees is especially meaningful when it comes from their supervisors and managers. This goes a long way… Read More »
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4 Key Strategies to Bridge the Work-Skills Gap
Everyone knows that square pegs and round holes don’t mix. But what happens when your employees (your square pegs) don’t have the skills needed to do the work you need (your round holes)? In a perfect world, all employers would have workers with the perfect combination of skills to do their jobs effectively. Likewise, employees… Read More »
What Soft Skills Are Necessary in a Manufacturing Setting?
Given the often sophisticated and dangerous nature of the work done by manufacturing firms, it’s only natural for these organizations to look for people with the right combination of experience and technical expertise. Skills like welding, CAD drafting, supply chain management, and engineering are just some of the core aspects of many manufacturing jobs. The… Read More »
Four Things to Do Once Your Candidate Is Placed
As we approach the final quarter of the year, employees and hiring managers alike are keeping an eye out for opportunities to start the next year strong. For job seekers, what better way to ride on the optimism of a new year than starting a new job? For employers, the challenge is attracting valuable… Read More »
The Right Way to Resign Without Burning Bridges
While it may seem that resigning from your job can only be a negative experience for both you and your employer, it is possible to part on good terms if you follow proper resignation etiquette. If you don’t want your resignation to affect your future employment opportunities, it is imperative you quit your job… Read More »
5 Ways to Attract Passive Candidates
While companies are always on the lookout for hungry job seekers just waiting for the opportunity to start working, many organizations often ignore the potential of passive candidates. They fail to realize the best candidates may not be looking for work at all. Although passive candidates are often happily employed people, they may express… Read More »
How Attendance Issues Impact Your Workplace
Every employee in your workplace serves a critical operational function. If those employees are not showing up to work, every aspect of your business is affected. Here are just a few: • Work falling by the wayside: If an employee doesn’t come to work or comes late, some of the worker’s key tasks may… Read More »
How You Feel When You Work With the Right Staffing Firm
When your company is staffing up, the hiring process can be time-consuming and stressful for all involved with bringing new people on board. Rather than redirect the focus of your staff members to the recruiting and hiring process, it is best to turn to a qualified and highly skilled staffing firm: The Reserves… Read More »
How to Take Ownership of a Customer Service Problem
Problem-solving skills are a valuable trait for a customer service professional. Employers appreciate when you take initiative in solving a problem. Taking ownership of a problem ensures you make the customer happy and advance your career. Here are the steps to take to ensure any issue is solved efficiently: Express empathy. Customers need… Read More »
Behavioral Interview Questions That Get to the Core of the Candidate
Hiring new employees is the most successful when you learn who a candidate is and not just how they portray themselves at a job interview. Behavioral interview questions get to the heart of who a job seeker is – but which questions should you ask? Key behavioral interview questions that give you unparalleled insight… Read More »