How to Hire for the Season: Facing the Challenges in Seasonal Hiring

There’s no shortage of demands this holiday season, and furthermore, the supply chain hasn’t had a chance to recover from the pandemic knocking down the global economy in 2020. In fact, Bloomberg reports that it’s only gotten worse, predicting that “the holiday season is at risk.” Labor shortages across the globe are a cause for… Read More »

How Competitive Are Your Salary Rates in Today’s Market? (And Why It Matters)

In today’s saturated job market, candidates are looking to take advantage of competitive pay, making it increasingly necessary that employers offer competitive salaries to attract qualified candidates. Competitive pay is often affected by the geographic area your company is in, the job title, supply and demand, and the skill set of the candidate. With an… Read More »

Why Retail Workers May be Great Candidates for Your Next Job Opening

The retail industry has been hit hard by the global COVID-19 pandemic, forcing many retailers to file for bankruptcy or shut their doors. Referred to as the “retail apocalypse,” big-name retailers like Sears, Bed Bath & Beyond, J.C. Penny and Macy’s have shut hundreds of its locations, forcing hundreds of thousands of retail workers to… Read More »

How to Use Social Media to Find Your Next Job

Searching for a new job can be stressful and overwhelming, especially if it’s been a while since you’ve needed to find work. There are many online job boards you can use to find job postings, like Indeed, ZipRecruiter or Monster. If you’ve searched on these sites over and over and have found nothing that interests… Read More »

The Reserves Network Opens New Location in Concord, NC

The Reserves Network, a leading staffing provider for the office, industrial, professional and technical markets, has opened an office at 1096 Concord Pkwy N. in Concord. The new office officially opened on Monday, July 19 and serves the staffing and employment needs of businesses and job seekers throughout Carbarrus County and the surrounding markets. This… Read More »

4 Tips to Retain Your Star Employees

Workers are currently quitting their jobs in record numbers in what is now being called the Great Resignation. As many employees rethink what work means to them and if they are truly valued by their company, now is the perfect time to reevaluate your employee retention program. Is there something you can do to help… Read More »

5 Soft Skills to Incorporate Into Your Next Interview

Employers are looking for more than just experience nowadays. Read our latest ebook to learn about five soft skills you can showcase during a job interview. Then, contact your local TRN office to find out how our experienced recruiters can help you land (and ace!) your next job interview!… Read More »

Returning to the Workforce with a Staffing Agency

The last year and a half has been tough on many people, especially those who unfortunately lost their jobs when the COVID-19 pandemic hit. Now, as federal enhanced unemployment benefits are coming to an end, you or someone you know may be looking for a job. Regardless of circumstances, finding a job can be a… Read More »

Keeping Your Workplace Safe Amidst Lightening COVID Restrictions

The COVID-19 pandemic forced the world to think differently about the way they work regarding health and safety throughout the last year. Now, as regulations are lifting state by state to “get back to normal,” employers need to evaluate how to keep their employees safe while on the job. In honor of National Safety Month,… Read More »

Employer Wages Inching Toward $15 in Competitive Market

Brandon Thimke, director of communications at The Reserves Network, was recently featured in an article in Crain’s Cleveland Business regarding employers increasing wages in an effort to attract candidates in this post-COVID market. Read more.… Read More »