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January 24, 2014Should your resume start off with a summary paragraph? In a single word: No. Studies show that you have about six seconds to make an initial impression with your resume. It’s like flipping through a magazine and deciding which articles to read. You’re much more likely to grab and hold a recruiter’s attention with strong [...]
Read MoreJanuary 24, 2014More employers are hiring temporary and contingent staff to fill their staffing needs. If these employees do not work as a team with other staff, the dynamics could affect productivity. Motivating temporary workers cangive you an edge over your competitors. Lead effectively, and ensure that your workplace is ideal or even fun, and you will [...]
Read MoreJanuary 20, 2014
PrideStaff, a national staffing organization, is pleased to announce the opening of a new staffing and employment agency in Birmingham, Alabama. The new Birmingham South…
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January 17, 2014If you’re job searching in 2014, you are not alone. An astounding 83 percent of the North American working population is on the alert for new career opportunities this year, according to a recent report by industry experts at Right Management.To land your dream job, be sure you stay ahead of current search trends and [...]
Read MoreJanuary 17, 2014The world is gearing up for the Olympics –and who doesn’t love the pride, passion and Cinderella stories that emerge as athletes break records, scale new heights and enter uncharted territory in achieving lifelong aspirations?Okay, so that’s just a little bit dramatic. But what better time than now to think about jump starting your job [...]
Read MoreJanuary 17, 2014Improving your work effectiveness may improve your pay check in 2014; a New Year’s resolution to work harder is, therefore, practical and worthwhile. However, simply working harder will not necessarily cause productivity gains, and it could even be detrimental to your efficiency.For example, pushing yourself in terms of extra hours or attempting to speed up [...]
Read MoreJanuary 16, 2014
For several months now, unemployment has been creeping downward. More people are getting back to work, making acquiring the best talent more challenging than ever….
Read MoreJanuary 13, 2014
Looking for the best jobs in Denver Northwest, CO? You’ve come to the right place! Years of working with diverse employees has helped Owner/Strategic-Partner…
Read MoreJanuary 10, 2014It’s Day One at your new job. How do you start paving the way to winning trust and becoming a successful team member?Meet as Many People as You CanRelationship building starts with your first hello.Use your “elevator pitch.” Keep it short, confident and friendly. What do you want coworkers to remember about you? What do [...]
Read MoreJanuary 7, 2014
Uncertain about your career path? You’re not alone. At one point or another, most of us feel ambiguous about our careers and consider…
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