Does your career path lead to a new opportunity in an administration or light industry?

If so, a temporary job during the holiday season is a great way to be sure you’re headed in the right direction.

You may not think of December as a good time to start a new job. Or, you may be too wrapped up (no pun intended) in gifts, family commitments, and other preparations to focus on your career. But many companies are seeking temporary employees at this time of year – and working as a temp can be the foot in the door you need. Or, if you prefer the freedom of temping, the right opening can be just what you’re looking for to earn extra money and enjoy fulfilling work.

Here are some of the career-boosting benefits of temporary work:

 

Growing Your Network

Working at different companies introduces you to new colleagues, managers, clients, and industry specialists. Referrals and recommendations from your professional network are invaluable to your continued professional growth and development – and the positive impressions you make as a temp can go a long way toward career success.

Every temporary job is an opportunity to expand and diversify your skills and benefit from different learning experiences. This keeps you current and makes you more adaptable and marketable.

 

Building Your Resume

As you gain valuable experience and skills via temporary roles, your resume grows. You can highlight temporary roles to show that you are proactive, resourceful, adaptable, and eager to take on new challenges.

 

Filling an Employment Gap

Temporary employment can be an ideal way to fill holes in your resume when you are between jobs. In a cover letter or interview, you can demonstrate to employers that you take your career seriously and are staying up-to-date and connected to your industry, as well as keeping your skills sharp.

 

Testing the Waters

As a temp, you can explore different companies, industries, locations, and environments without making a long-term commitment. It can be a great way to define what truly aligns with your goals and interests.

 

Earning a Paycheck

Regardless of your individual circumstances, financial stability is always a priority. Having monetary security allows you to be more selective in your search for a job, pay off lingering debts, fund training or education, or perhaps simply have a little extra on hand for the holiday season.

 

Starting the Path to a Long-Term Role

If your long-term goal is to land a job, temping can be a great first step. Many companies use temporary positions as a chance to evaluate workers for hire. At the very least, the experience you gain will be helpful as you work toward your goal as you head into the new year.

To find your perfect temporary role, contact PrideStaff Fresno today. With connections to top employers, comprehensive benefits, and deep roots in the local community, we’re here to support you all the way—and make your holiday season even merrier as a result.

They may not be with your company forever, but temporary workers are still part of your team. An important part, in fact—as you’ve hired them to step in, often on short notice, to fill critical vacancies, help complete high-priority projects, and/or keep productivity high despite holiday season demands.

Effective onboarding is crucial to any employee’s success. Use these tips to successfully onboard your temporary workers:

 

Be Prepared for A Temp Worker’s First Day

There are several steps you should take in preparation for a temp’s first day of work.

• Inform supervisors and coworkers that they will be arriving. Share their name and start date.
• Make sure temps have a place to work. Have details like paperwork, parking passes and locker assignments ready for completion.
• On their first day, show temps around your facility—not just their specific work station—to ease their familiarity.
• Introduce them to colleagues and other team members.

 

Keep Communication Lines Open

Right from the start, establish clear, two-way communication with temporary workers.

• Thoroughly explain company processes, procedures and guidelines. Give them ample time to ask questions, and let them know who they can turn to for this purpose throughout their tenure with you.
• Define goals and expectations. This includes the scope, duration and objective of temps’ assignments. Regularly provide constructive feedback on their performance, achievements, and areas for improvement. Likewise, encourage them to share feedback, concerns and suggestions.

 

Facilitate Contact with Staff

Some people assume that temp work doesn’t involve building relationships or collaborating with teammates. Not true! Good culture and relationship-building is always a win-win: good for the people involved, and good for your business.

• Consider pairing temps with a mentor. This can be especially helpful for more introverted individuals.
  Be sure to include temps in team meetings, as well as lunch and other work and after-hours activities – especially during the holidays.

 

Provide Support and Recognition

Acknowledgment and recognition are key motivators for all team members—and often even more so for temporary employees, who may feel less valued.

Celebrate the achievements of temp employees. As you do so, show them how they have contributed to your company’s goals and success. As you would with long-term employees, offer them incentives and rewards that align with their specific interests and preferences.

 

Support Career Development

Even if they’re on a different career path than most of your employees, support temporary employees and provide guidance to help them achieve their desired career growth.

• Give them opportunities to master new skills or expand their professional knowledge.
• Help them network with other professionals in your industry and community.

By supporting the career development of temporary workers, you can enhance their performance while also boosting your reputation as a highly desirable place to work.

PrideStaff Fresno is ready to provide the candidate search solutions you need for a smooth year-end transition—offering temp-to-hire and direct hire, as well as immediate temporary and contract placement. Contact us today to learn more.