According to U.S. Census data, our nation’s workforce is comprised of almost 35 percent of those born between the years of 1981-1996. This group, identified as Millenials, is now a force that influences how business is conducted across America. It is vital for business owners and managers to understand what Millennials are looking for in […]
Giving your employees recognition for their hard work not only benefits them, it benefits you and the company as well. World at Work did a survey that found that 88% of organizations have programs to show their staff recognition. Making sure everyone feels appreciated for what they do isn’t always easy, especially if you have […]
Research indicates that creating a positive work environment is more healthy for your employees, managers, and overall business success than attempting to motivate performance through cutthroat tactics. Consider these statistics: Health care expenditures at high-pressure companies are nearly 50% greater than at other organizations. (BioMedCentral.com) Workplace stress is attributed to 37% higher absenteeism, 49% more […]
Employers are in the middle of a tight labor market where not enough qualified talent is available to fill necessary jobs. Unemployment is hovering around 3.7 percent and the ratio of eligible unemployed workers to available jobs is less than 1:1, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). What does this mean for employers […]
Companies that outsource hiring to a staffing agency want to know how benefits are handled for temporary workers. Each hiring situation is different for whether the burden falls on the employer or the staffing agency to provide benefits. Consider when employees are eligible for benefits in each situation. Employee Benefits for Contract Positions Every business […]
Being in charge of a team of employees takes a certain level of awareness. If you aren’t continuously measuring employee productivity, your staff will be sure to notice, and work ethic will inevitably become lax. Employees that are not putting their best foot forward can result in a lack in sales, increased accidents, unhappy customers, […]
In today’s tight labor market where there is a shortage of qualified talent to fill critical roles, employers need to shore up their recruiting and hiring tactics. One important step is focusing on your recruiting tactics to have the right talent in your talent pool for available jobs. Another important step is knowing how many […]
When it comes to staffing for your various warehouse needs, the benefits of using a staffing agency that specializes in your industry are boundless. Agencies help companies like yours find the necessary talent to carry out each project in the most affordable and effective way. Agencies perform all of the steps of the recruitment and […]
Finding smart, hardworking employees that fit in with your current staff can be an arduous task. You want to make sure you are attracting top-tier applicants to your company to increase productivity and reduce the risk of unwanted turnover. If your company is new and has not built a reputation in the market, such quality […]
Margins are slimming. Competition is growing. The labor market is tightening. Your company or division needs every advantage possible to ensure that you continue to grow revenue, market share, and productivity. Consider these compelling reasons to work with a temporary staffing agency to fill critical roles on your team to help achieve your business objectives. […]
Realizing you need to hire more staff can be a daunting idea. Maybe you had finally got into a good place with your labor cost percentage, or you simply know the staff you have has a great work ethic together and you worry about adding someone else into the mix. No matter what the case, […]
Every employer wants the peace of mind that they can trust their employees to perform critical tasks on-time, per the specifications, and with quality. Finding honest and trustworthy employees to perform tasks with limited supervision is one of the most important functions of an employer or manager. Constantly needing to direct the actions of an […]
It takes a lot of effort to find and train your employees. The whole recruiting and interviewing process can cost your company a lot of money. All of that becomes a waste of your time and energy if the people that you hire continue to leave. The important thing to remember is that it takes […]