The Watercooler

The Watercooler Blog is full of workplace tips and trends related to employee retention, engagement, interviewing and more. The Watercooler is frequently refilled, so gather ‘round often.

Implementing a Company Policy that Lasts

Change of any kind can be hard. There’s simply no way around it. And it’s no different in the workplace.Yet change is sometimes necessary. For example, if outdated company policies and procedures are no longer meeting your organization’s needs today, something has to change whether your employees like it or not. Ineffective polices can act [...]

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Controlling and Minimizing Workforce Costs

Keeping workforce costs down is a primary concern for any manager or organization leader. When labor costs begin to rise steadily, this can have a major impact on revenue.In addition to auditing your internal processes and cutting down on unnecessary costs, a common way of developing a strategic and cost-effective workforce plan is to leverage [...]

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Employment in Fresno, California

Fresno is a medium-sized city in Central California. With a population of just over 500,000 people, Fresno is the fifth largest city in California (and the largest inland city in the state). It’s known as the financial, industrial, trade, and commercial capital of the Central San Joaquin Valley.Fresno is located approximately 200 miles north of [...]

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An Inside Look at Modesto, California

Modesto, California is a mid-sized city located in Stanislaus County. With a population of just over 200,000, Modesto is known for its proximity to rich farmland and a large agricultural industry.In terms of geography, Modesto is approximately 90 miles north of Fresno and 92 miles east of San Francisco. Many local residents find work in [...]

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Improving Your Resume

Using Temp-to-Hire to Eliminate Bad Hires

Many employers have a similar story when it comes to hiring. You interview a prospective candidate for an available position. They seem smart, professional and capable. You offer them a job and they join your team. And that’s when everything goes downhill. Maybe they just aren’t a good fit for your organization. Or possibly they [...]

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