Bullying incidents have received a lot of attention in the media in recent times. While these situations have involved children or young adults, one bullying scenario that isn’t usually part of the discussion is workplace bullying. That’s unfortunate considering that 49% – nearly half! – of all employees report being impacted by an office bully,… Read More »
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6 Ideas for Getting Hired Faster
Feel like your job search is slowly dying? According to many employers, you can actually increase your chances of getting hired faster with the right approach. Here are six ideas to help you: Idea #1: Volunteer. As one of Miami Lakes leading employment agencies, we know that gaps in employment are longer than ever thanks… Read More »
5 Biggest I-9 Compliance Mistakes Employers Make
The I-9 is one simple form. And yet, as a temporary staffing agency in Miami, Future Force Personnel knows it can be the source of major hassles for employers. As is true for many other government forms and processes, there are numerous rules, regulations, and potential fines for non-compliance associated with it. So what can… Read More »
6 Tips for Hiring Seasonal Employees
Rushing into a hiring decision is never a good idea, even if you’re simply hiring on a temporary or seasonal basis. So how can you ensure your seasonal hiring process is both efficient and effective? Here’s a look: 1. Start early. Don’t start to think about hiring for the summer on June 1st. As one… Read More »
Are You Ready for Your Next Phone Interview?
As one of the leading employment firms in Miami Lakes, we can tell you that the modern interview process is a little different than it used to be. In the past, if a prospective employer was interested in you, they’d invite you to their office for an interview. Fast-forward to today and phone interviews have… Read More »
How Your Bad Attitude Could Be Costing You the Job Offer
When you’re searching for a new job, things like your cover letter and resume are likely at the forefront of your mind. But what about your attitude? As one of South Florida’s top employment firms, we know that if you’re like most job seekers, you haven’t given your attitude a second thought. However, according to… Read More »
8 Interview Questions to Help You Evaluate Work Ethic
As one of Miami’s top staffing agencies, we know there are lots of articles out there about hiring individuals who are “top performers,” or “star employees.” While it’s always great to have a few of these on staff, not every person you hire is going to be a stand out. That said, you want every… Read More »
Is Your Job a Bad Fit for You?
You’re not really content at work and aren’t sure the position is right for you. But you should just be happy to have a job, right? Wrong. As one of South Florida’s top employment firms, we know that if you’re in a job that’s a bad fit for you, it can have a negative impact… Read More »
Email Etiquette 101: The Do’s and Don’ts
While some say email is dead, most managers and employees still use it as a primary mode of communication with their bosses and colleagues. And it’s no wonder, considering all of its benefits. For instance, email is a fast and easy way to disseminate information. It offers recipients the opportunity to think about their response,… Read More »
Betting on Sports in the Office – OK or a No-No?
As one of South Florida’s top staffing agencies, we know that informal gambling in the office is as standard a part of work culture as chatting around the water cooler. In fact, according to a recent survey by Career Builder, one in five U.S. employees have participated in March Madness pools and more than one… Read More »
The #1 Way to Screw Up a Job Interview
Let’s face it. There are a lot of ways you can mess up an interview. Some of the major ones include not showing up on time (or at all), dressing inappropriately (think ripped jeans and flip flops), and acting unprofessionally (chewing gum, looking at your watch, etc.). As one of the leading employment agencies in… Read More »
Should You Say Something if Someone at Work Dresses Inappropriately?
Whether it’s the receptionist who wears low cut tops or the IT guy who wears jeans with holes in them, we’ve all worked with someone who dresses…well…less than stellar. But, as one of the leading staffing agencies in Miami, we know that how people dress can actually have a big impact – either positive or… Read More »
Think You’re Ready to Hire? Ask Yourself These 6 Questions First
As one of Dade County’s leading staffing agencies, we know that the decision to hire doesn’t come lightly these days. Having too many employees on board can be a big drain on your bottom line, while not having enough can certainly impact your ability to get orders out the door and meet customer demand. So… Read More »
How to Deal When Work Dominates Your Life
In an economy where employees are constantly expected to do more with less, workplace issues can become the focal point of life, while everything else – including family – falls by the wayside. But as one of Miami’s top employment agencies, we know that “living to work” will eventually catch up with most people, leaving… Read More »
Do You Value…or Undervalue Your Employees?
We’ve all heard the saying a million times: Employees are an organization’s most important asset. But if that’s true, why are they sometimes treated like second-class citizens? And if you think poor treatment doesn’t happen often, think again. In fact, according to a 2010 Gallup poll, the top reason employees leave their jobs is because… Read More »