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From Retirement to Rehire: Tapping into the Experience of Retirees in the Sansdemic Era PrideStaff Bend

From Retirement to Rehire: Tapping into the Experience of Retirees in the Sansdemic Era

Currently, companies are struggling to secure the talent they need, and the situation isn’t likely to resolve any time soon. Operating during a sansdemic – a period when the workforce isn’t sizeable enough to meet the demand for talent – makes finding candidates and retaining employees challenging. As a result, employers need to explore recruitment [...] Read More
Reshaping Workspaces in the Sansdemic: Solutions for Safe and Productive Environments

Reshaping Workspaces in the Sansdemic: Solutions for Safe and Productive Environments

Companies face an array of challenges when attempting to reshape their workplaces to make environments safe and productive, particularly during the sansdemic. Safety and health guidelines and regulations shift regularly. Additionally, employee expectations – particularly around mental health and well-being – continue to evolve. Many employers also end up battling financial constraints, especially if gaps [...] Read More
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What Do Candidates See as a Company Red Flags?

As an employer, of course you look for red flags as you interview job candidates. You wouldn’t be doing due diligence otherwise. But remember: it’s a two-way street. Just as you’re evaluating potential new hires, they’re also scrutinizing your company … going over details with a fine-tooth comb as they decide whether or not they [...] Read More
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Why You Should Let Employees Express Creativity At Work

Creativity is more than just an abstract concept, or a quality to be attributed only to artists and others “in the creative business.” It’s fundamental to problem solving, growth and success, both in business and in life. It encourages people to look beyond conventional, “we’ve always done it that way” solutions and connect the dots [...] Read More