No matter what questions they ask or interviewing techniques they use, job interviewers are trying to uncover four things about you: 1. Can you save my company money or time? This is probably the #1 thing employers want to know about you. To answer this question, whether asked directly or indirectly (i.e. Why should I… Read More »
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How to Recruit & Retain Star Performers
Last November, more workers voluntarily left their positions than were laid off, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. What’s more is that November was the fourth consecutive month where more workers left a position, rather than being downsized. The reason for so many employees quitting goes beyond just salaries. In fact, as the economy… Read More »
5 Top Tips for Job Fair Success
Going to job fairs can seem overwhelming. There are so many South Florida employers – and so many potential opportunities, where do you begin? Plus how can you leave a lasting impression on an employer who’s seeing hundreds of job seekers in one day? Here are some tips to help you improve your performance –… Read More »
Top Benefits of Temporary Employment
Despite rising profits, many employers are hesitant to hire full-time employees. This reluctance to hire is fueling a demand for temporary staffing services. As a result, if you’re searching for a job in Dade County, you may want to consider temporary employment. Unfortunately, temp employment tends to conjure up images of low-level filing clerks, bad… Read More »
How to Manage Temporary Employees & Get the Best Results
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. companies are starting to hire again. But it seems like more and more employers are looking to the benefits of temporary staffing to access the skills they need, only when they need them. In addition to enhancing flexibility, temporary staffing can also help to improve productivity, increase… Read More »
How to Improve Morale on a Budget
Cash is always a good way to make employees happy. That said, bonuses aren’t a realistic option for every Miami company right now. So what are some ways you can boost morale, without breaking the budget. Here are 6 suggestions: 1. Set the tone. You’re the leader and you set the tone at your company.… Read More »
How to Reduce the Risk of a Bad Hiring Decision
Ever make a hiring decision you wish you could take back? Most hiring managers have. But through temporary-to-hire staffing, you can reduce your risk of a bad hire. Temporary-to-hire staffing (sometimes called “temp-to-perm”) is a service that allows your Miami Lakes business to try out talent before committing to a hiring decision. So if, for… Read More »
5 Tips for Managing Stress at Your Miami Job
As a Miami employment agency, we know that workplace stress is a big issue for most people. In fact, according to a study by the American Psychological Association, 62% of Americans think work has a significant impact on their stress levels, while 30% consider their levels of stress to be “extreme.” And with the state… Read More »
Why Consider Workforce Planning: Part 2
In our last blog post, we talked about workforce planning, what it is, and how your Dade County company can benefit from it. This week, we’ll delve a bit deeper and discuss four steps to implementing such a plan. Step 1. Your first step in implementing a workforce plan should be to get your company’s… Read More »
Why Consider Workforce Planning: Part 1
If you think workforce planning is all about hiring employees, then you’re half right. Part of workforce planning is about hiring people, but it goes beyond that. Workforce planning is more about taking a “big picture” approach to staffing at your Miami Lakes firm in order to increase responsiveness and productivity and enhance flexibility. In… Read More »
Do’s and Don’ts for Hosting a Company Holiday Party
From drinking too much to inappropriate behavior, company holiday parties are notorious for a variety of human resources nightmares. Moreover, your Dade County company could potentially be liable if an employee falls and hurts themselves, makes unwanted advances on a co-worker, or worse yet, gets into a car accident. So here are some suggestions to… Read More »
How to Prepare for Your Year-End Performance Review
Dreading an upcoming performance review? Don’t worry. You’re in good company. Most workers suffer from a minor (or major, in some cases) bout of anxiety before a review. But an effective performance review is actually a good thing. That’s right. We said “good thing.” Reviews can help you to identify and maximize your strengths, pinpoint… Read More »
6 Tips to Conducting Better Employee Reviews
As a South Florida staffing agency, we know that employee reviews have a way of creating great anxiety for both employers and employees. Many managers secretly dread these meetings and tend to rush through reviews just to get them over with. And employees are all to happy to have their performance reviews completed as quickly… Read More »
5 Secrets to a Successful Job Interview
Landing a job in South Florida can seem harder than ever in today’s economy. But there are steps you can take to increase your odds of acing an interview and standing out from other South Florida job candidates. Here are 5 tips to help you in your job interview. #1. Prepare. Learn as much as… Read More »
9 Ways to Land a Promotion Faster
There’s no silver bullet or magic formula for landing a promotion. Trust us, if there were, we’d be the first to tell you. However, if you feel like you’ve been passed over for a promotion or you’re looking to climb the corporate ladder, there are some steps you can take to help you get ahead.… Read More »