If you are working in an office or a clerical role, you’ll need to write emails. And, you’ll want those messages to send a good impression. Follow these tips to keep your correspondence top notch. Know Your Audience Business emails usually fall into two categories: formal and informal. You don’t want to sound overly official…
Tis the season to be jolly and to spend money. If you aren’t careful during the holidays, those bills will add up. Here’s how you can have some fun without experiencing a January credit card hangover. List and Track Your Expenses Maybe you have decided to budget a set amount on family presents. That’s…
Even the best of us need a mental health day from time to time. But, what about those employees who continuously are calling in sick? What can you do to discourage these seemingly fake illnesses? Attendance policies can be complicated, and they usually vary from company to company. So, make sure your workers know and…
You may have been looking for a full-time, permanent placement, but a temp-to-hire job came along. Should you accept it? The answer depends, but you should give it a second thought. Some people shy away from temporary positions because they are short term. However, they often provide long-term career-building potential. Here are five top advantages of temp-to-hire. …
We’ve all had one of those days. Everything seems to be going wrong, everyone is annoying you, and all you want to do is VENT. But did you know losing your cool at the office is a big mistake? Why Venting Is a Poor Idea You Feel Worse Sounds ridiculous, after all, at a…
You just landed an interview for a manufacturing position. That’s great. Now, what should you wear? Business formal seems over the top, but you don’t want to look too casual either. Although a suit usually is go-to interview attire for both men and women, blue-collar jobs are a bit different. In most cases, you can…
With low unemployment rates continuing throughout 2019, many companies are struggling to find qualified employees. Is your organization suffering from the ongoing talent shortage? Here’s how partnering with an experienced staffing firm can help you build the workforce you need. Reach a Larger Talent Pool Think of the recruiters as your local talent scouts. When you run an in-house search you may use advertising, networking, and possibly…
Although we can choose our jobs, we can’t always choose our coworkers. And, sometimes we get stuck working alongside someone we just don’t like. What’s the best way to hand this challenge? Don’t Trash Talk Complaining about a difficult coworker may be fun, but it won’t solve your problem. If this person happens to find out what you said behind their back, the situation will get even worse. Be the…
Lots of good-paying jobs don’t require a college degree. But you’ll still need to demonstrate basic capabilities to land the position you want. Here are six of the top soft skills hiring managers look for in candidates. A Strong Work Ethic If you want to be successful, the first step is to show up. This sounds simple, but many people struggle…
If your workspace is a disaster, you might think you’re in good company. After all, Thomas Edison, Albert Einstein, and Steve Jobs all had messy desks. But did you know? Multiple studies show a clean and organized space can be beneficial for your brain. Here are three positive results of keeping things tidy. Increase Productivity A messy desk can make you less efficient. This probably sounds…