Telling Your Team an Employee Was Fired

As one of the top staffing services firms in Tempe, PrideStaff knows firing an employee is never easy. But what can be just as challenging is telling your team about the situation. Not only will it result in many questions – some you may be able to answer, and others you won’t – but it [...] Read More

4 Keys to Uncovering the Real Candidate in a Job Interview

As one of the top staffing services firms in Phoenix, it’s a story we’ve heard time and again. A candidate looks great on paper, aces the interview and gets the job offer. Only, once they start on the job, it quickly becomes clear that they either don’t have the right skill set or their personality [...] Read More

3 Reasons to Find a Mentor to Help You in Your Career Growth

The origin of the word “mentor” dates to Greek mythology. Mentor was the teacher of Telemachus, the son of Odysseus, who was king of Ithaca. The word evolved to mean trusted advisor, teacher and sage. Today, mentors are experienced colleagues who can provide you with invaluable help and guidance as you begin or advance your [...] Read More

Put Me In, Boss! 5 Ways to Get More Challenging Work

Are you ready for more challenging assignments at work? Does your boss keep giving you the same kinds of projects to handle? As one of the top employment firms in Tempe, PrideStaff can tell you it’s up to you to make the case that you can handle more. How do you go about convincing your [...] Read More

When Employees Get Romantic

Don’t think employees are dating? Think again. According to a recent CareerBuilder survey, 39% of respondents said they’d dated a co-worker at least once during their careers, and 17% reported dating a co-worker at least twice. Thirty percent of those who’d dated a co-worker married them. Most relationships happen between co-workers, but some do occur between [...] Read More

How to Help Your Employees Beat the Post-Holiday Blues

After the festivities of the holidays, the month of January can be a bit of a downer. Employees are expected to get their nose back to the grindstone andthe projects start piling up. How can you help your team beat the post-holiday blues – and get excited about 2015? Here are five quick tips: Tip #1: [...] Read More

Turn Networking From a Pain Into a Pleasure

If you’re like most people, networking is a chore to cross off your “to do” list each week or month. But did you know that there’s an easier – and more effective way – to network? Below are some tips to help you take advantage of everyday opportunities to build new relationships – and build [...] Read More

When Your Team Keeps Missing Deadlines

Does your team have trouble with deadlines? As one of the top recruiting firms in Phoenix, PrideStaff knows that while one missed deadline may not be a big deal, regularly missing them can have a huge impact on your bottom line. To get your team back on track – and meeting deadlines on time – [...] Read More

Are These Social Media Mistakes Costing You Great Candidates?

As recruitment experts in Tempe, PrideStaff knows an engaging social media presence can go a long way in helping you attract great candidates for your job opportunities. On the flip side, a weak presence can send them running. What are some of the mistakes companies make on social media that repel top talent? Here’s a [...] Read More

When You Don’t Agree With Your Boss’s Feedback

You’re in the midst of a performance review. You expect high marks. Your boss gives you low grades. You know you’ve achieved work goals and met deadlines. How can you disagree with your boss in a way that doesn’t come across as disrespectful? Here are a few key tips from one of the top employment [...] Read More