You’ve been at your company for a number of years and are considered a veteran. Time and again, junior employees are coming to you for help.You’re happy to assist – to a point. But now it’s hindering your ability to do your job. When is it ok to say “no”? Obviously, there will be times… Read More »
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Caught! What to Do When a Candidate Lies
You’ve finally found a candidate who seems like a great fit for your job. But when you go to check references, you find out they lied about their last position. What do you do? Do you call them out on it, or just eliminate them from your short list of candidates to consider? As one… Read More »
Can You Say No to Overtime?
Your company has a big project coming up. Your boss just told you that you’re going to have to work overtime on it…a lot of it. But you don’t really want the overtime. Can you say “no” without getting in trouble? As one of the leading employment agencies in Miami, Future Force knows pushing back on… Read More »
What the New Overtime Rules Mean for Workers
It’s official. The new overtime rules have been released by the Department of Labor (DOL) and companies have until December 1 to comply. Here are the highlights: The regulations double the current salary threshold for salaried employees who are guaranteed overtime pay — from $23,660 (or $455 per week) to $47,476 (or $913 per week).… Read More »
3 Reasons Managers Need to Take Vacations
When you think of strong performance and results, vacation might not be the first thing that comes to mind. However, taking a break is critical to your success as a manager. It keeps you balanced and better able to handle stress on the job. What’s more is that taking a vacation doesn’t just impact your health… Read More »
What to Do When You Accepted a Job Offer…Then Changed Your Mind
The good news: You have a new job in Miami Lakes and it starts in two weeks. The bad news: Now, you’re having second thoughts. Should you walk away from the offer or continue full speed ahead? First, know you’re not alone. Many candidates have been in the same situation you find yourself in. At the interview,… Read More »
A 12-Point Checklist for Hiring Top Employees
Your company is only as strong as your employees – which means your hiring function is critical for success. As one of the leading staffing firms in South Florida, Future Force knows that hiring isn’t always easy. But there are ways you can simplify the process. Start by following this 12-point checklist for hiring: Make sure… Read More »
6 Essentials to Know Before Your Next Job Search
If you haven’t looked for a new job in a while, it’s important to take a step back and think about how to best approach your search before you actually start submitting your resume and application. Here are 6 essentials to consider before you begin: #1: Ask a friend to refer you. Referrals are the biggest… Read More »
Is It Time to Hire a Dedicated HR Person?
You’re a smaller company and you’ve been getting by without someone to handle HR. But as your business grows, you know there will come a point in time when you’ll need to hire a dedicated HR person. How can you tell when the time is right? Here are a few signs: Sign #1: Your company is… Read More »
4 Job Search Tips That Will Never Go Out of Style
As one of the leading employment agencies in Miami, Future Force knows that job search best practices come and they go. It wasn’t that long ago, for instance, that resumes were restricted to one page and could only be dropped in the mail. What worked yesterday doesn’t necessarily mean it’s good advice for today. But while best… Read More »
4 Mistakes Employers Make With New Hires
As one of the leading staffing agencies in Dade County, Future Force knows when you hire a new employee, those first few weeks and months on the job are critical. If they’re properly onboarded and well trained, then chances are, they’ll thrive and become a loyal part of your team. However, if they’re thrown onto the… Read More »
How to Ask for Feedback at Work
As one of the leading employment agencies in Miami, Future Force knows most workers don’t go out of their way to elicit feedback from their bosses. But you should. Why? At the end of the day, it can help you grow and improve in your job – and ultimately in your career. But if your manager… Read More »
Help! An Employee Keeps Making the Same Mistakes
As one of the leading staffing firms in Miami Lakes, Future Force knows every employee is bound to make some mistakes. But when you have people, or a certain person, who keeps making a lot of mistakes…or the same mistakes…over and over, it can be a frustrating experience. Is there anything you can do to get… Read More »
When You Should Resign Before You Have Another Job
You don’t like your boss. You hate the work. Your colleagues are gossips. And so you’re considering handing in your resignation. But it’s conventional wisdom: You shouldn’t quit your job until you have another one lined up. However, like with anything, there are also some exceptions to that rule of thumb. So when is it… Read More »