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Hurst, TX Staffing Agencies

The best jobs in Hurst, TX are right here. Owners/Strategic-Partners Julie and Mike Almond combine employment expertise and compassion to support their candidates’ job search…

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The ACA and Your Temp Workers: What Does this Mean for You?

With temp workers projected to make up over half of the entire workforce in the U.S. by 2020, it’s never too soon to start getting familiar with all of the legal requirements they entail. One major factor with temp workers is now the Affordable Care Act (ACA) – passed in 2014, it states that employers [...]

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Managing Employee Turnover in a Positive Way

Even the best employees resign. Regardless of your work environment or staff relationships, team members leave for reasons beyond your control. It may be a better opportunity, a return to school or a family relocation or commitment. Handled effectively, you can work through employee turnover so that the exiting individual knows they’ve added value and [...]

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How To: Create a Culture of Safety at Your Facility

A culture of safety refers to a system of common attitudes and practices within a workplace that place an emphasis on the importance of safety on a day-to-day basis. Workplaces that create a strong safety culture have been found to have a reduced likelihood of accidents, according to findings from the Occupational Safety and Health [...]

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Is Your Company Culture Something to be Proud Of?

Company culture – the embodiment of your core values, mission, vision, and objectives – should be a source of pride for everyone associated with an organization. The benefits of a healthy culture and work environment are critical to morale, profitability, and competitive success. In such a culture: Employees are fully engaged and highly productive. Operations [...]

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Preparing for Your Interview isn’t Optional!

There are many reasons to prepare for an interview, not least of which is to ensure that you successfully negotiate an appropriate salary. J.T O’Donnell of LinkedIn offers advice on salary discussions. Effective negotiation requires the initial setting of an appropriate desired salary range, which requires knowledge of industry comparables and an understanding of your value [...]

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4 Resume Tips for All Admin Positions

When you're looking for a new administrative position, a solid, eye-catching resume is key. Tailor your resume to each position you apply for and be sure to proofread carefully – attention to detail is a much sought-after attribute in an administrative professional. Create a resume that demonstrates that you understand what the employer is looking [...]

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3 Perks to Offer Your Employees to Keep Them Focused and Committed

A study by Glassdoor revealed that only one in five employees considered perks such as a free lunch or casual dress as the most important benefit at work. Not surprisingly, 76 percent considered medical benefits or vacation and sick time more significant. However, employee perks can lift spirits and renew a sense of commitment. Some [...]

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