The use of temporary staffing has grown dramatically in recent years. With many employers still doing more with less – and an aversion to making an expensive hiring mistake – temporary workers give them the best of both worlds. Companies can gain access to the people they need, without adding to their overhead. But that doesn’t… Read More »
HR and Management Advice
Tips for Hiring Summertime Temps
U.S. staffing agencies employed an average of 3.2 million temporary and contract workers per week in 2014, up 5.4% from 2013, according to the American Staffing Association. Clearly, hiring temporary workers is a trend that’s here to stay. So if you need a flexible workforce this summer, how can you go about finding and hiring… Read More »
How to Ask for Help When You’re the Manager
You’re the manager. You’re supposed to have all the answers, right? Wrong. Sometimes you need help. But, as one of the leading staffing agencies in Dade County, Future Force knows that for many managers, asking for help is akin to showing weakness. Don’t be one of them. No one has all the answers, no matter how adept. And… Read More »
How to Prevent OSHA Fines
As one of South Florida’s leading staffing services firms, Future Force knows it’s OSHA’s job to make sure workplaces are safe. And not meeting their standards can result in hefty fines for employers. But you can make sure you’re in compliance if OSHA comes knocking on your door. Here’s how: Prepare ahead of time. Most inspections aren’t… Read More »
Can I Fire Someone for Having a Lousy Attitude?
Bad attitudes create a toxic work environment impacting productivity, performance, and morale. The question is – if you have an employee with a lousy attitude, can you fire them? As one of the top staffing firms in South Florida, Future Force can tell you that you can, in fact, terminate someone with a bad attitude. Just make… Read More »
Keeping Your Part-Time Staff Fully Engaged
Part-time doesn’t mean staff members deliver a fraction of the results of full-time employees. In fact, some people who work 25 hours a week are more productive and focused than someone who works 40 hours a week. Considering that your part-time people are a valuable component to your staff – even though they’re not with you all… Read More »
FAQs Your Employees Have About Healthcare Exchanges
Healthcare exchanges are growing and, as a result, employees have a lot of questions about them. Do you have the answers? If you don’t, here’s a look at a few common questions and how to respond to each. What’s an exchange? An exchange is like an online marketplace. It’s a website where shoppers can research… Read More »
How to Give Negative Feedback in a Positive Way
Giving constructive feedback sounds easy enough…until you have to actually do it. But, as a manager, it’s an important part of your job. So how can you offer corrective input to your employees without them getting defensive? Here are some tips to help you: Make it timely. Don’t hold onto negative feedback until an employee’s… Read More »
Valentine’s Day Workplace Do’s & Don’ts
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner – and the perfect time to let employees know how you feel about them. But, as one of South Florida’s leading staffing services firms, we warn you to tread carefully. What you might think is a gesture of appreciation and recognition, they might interpret in a different, more personal way.… Read More »
Get Employees Off Right in 2015
It’s a new year and, as one of the leading staffing agencies in Dade County, Future Force knows there’s no better time to make sure your employees get off on the right foot in 2015. The following tips can help ensure your team is fit, productive and ready for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Offer… Read More »