The success of your company depends on the people you hire. And yet, for many businesses, hiring is done in desperation or as an afterthought. So what can you do to improve your recruitment process in 2013 – and set your company apart in the minds of today’s top talent? Idea#1: Start with the basics. [...]
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Want to make a big impact on your company--and your career--in 2013? Then it's time to put your human resources to the test. It's time to challenge your organization to do more, do it better, and really make the most of your human resources function. Are you ready? Here are 30 HR challenges for you. [...]
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Rudeness. As a manager, it might seem like the least of your worries, but it can actually have a big impact on your bottom line, from reduced morale to a decrease in productivity…not to mention dissatisfaction if employees are rude to your clients or customers. That said, as one of the leading staffing agencies in [...]
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With the holidays just around the corner, it can be tempting to put your job search on hold. After all, you’ve got a lot of shopping, decorating, and baking to do. But, as one of the leading Tempe employment agencies, PrideStaff knows that halting your hunt is actually the last thing you should be doing. [...]
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You’ve likely heard this one before – you hire someone who looked great on paper, had the right experience and skill set, performed well in interviews…and then couldn’t fit into the culture. If you have, you’re certainly not alone. In fact, according to Leadership IQ, attitude causes 89% of mishires. Characteristics like emotional intelligence, coachability, [...]
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As one of the top Phoenix employment agencies, PrideStaff knows that today’s competition for jobs is fierce. As a result, when it comes time to interview for an opportunity, you need to bring your “A” game. So what can you do to make a great impression on the hiring manager? Here are some tips: Tip [...]
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Over the past few years, LinkedIn has grown in importance as a recruiting tool. Not only does it offer managers the opportunity to source and connect with passive candidates, but it also provides valuable insight into a candidate via their profile. But when it comes to LinkedIn recommendations, can they be trusted as a reliable [...]
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It wasn’t that long ago that underemployment or unemployment on a candidate’s resume was a big red flag for a hiring manager. Fast forward to 2012 – where there’s an approximately 16% rate of unemployed and underemployed American workers – and it’s clear that the candidate landscape has changed a lot. Furthermore, as one of [...]
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Fall is a time of change and reflection. And if you’re not getting the desired results from your job search, then it’s time to take a step back and re-think your approach. So why aren’t you getting noticed – and what can you do to improve your results and get the job you really want? [...]
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As a business owner or manager, you likely know that your employees are the key to your success. But if you’re still relying on the old, reactive “business as usual” model when it comes to recruiting and hiring, you could land yourself and your organization in hot water. That’s because things have changed a lot [...]
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January 11, 2013
