SERVICES PROVIDED BY A STAFFING AGENCY
A staffing agency (also known as a search, recruit or employment agency) matches employers and employees. It connects job seekers with employers and employers with candidates. Job seekers receive the benefit of a large pool of possible jobs while the employer is provided with a pool of pre-screened, pre-interviewed job seekers who are ready to […]
HOW TO GET A JOB THROUGH A STAFFING AGENCY
Seeking employment can be stressful! A staffing agency reduces the hassle and difficulty of finding work, saves you time and offers opportunities you may not be able to find on your own. WHAT DO STAFFING AGENCIES DO? Staffing agencies (also known as employment agencies and/or recruitment companies) help job seekers to find permanent jobs, temporary […]
THE DREADED INTERVIEW QUESTION: “WHAT’S YOUR GREATEST WEAKNESS?”
It’s a common exercise to prepare for a job interview by practicing interview questions with a friend or in front of the mirror. A well-worded and delivered answer can impress the hiring manager and increase your chances of getting the position. One of the most difficult questions to prepare for is “What is your greatest […]
TIPS ON PREPARING FOR JOB INTERVIEWS
You’ve applied for a position, been contacted and set up a time for an interview. You feel excited! You may think the hard work is behind you. The truth is that there are more steps that you can take to increase your chances of getting the position. You need to convince the hiring manager that […]
HOW TO RECRUIT LEADERS
Leaders are critically important for the growth of any business. However, the process of recruiting a new leader can be arduous, time-consuming, costly and stressful. True leaders aren’t always easy to identify. On top of this, top performers are usually bombarded with lucrative offers from competing companies. There are techniques that hiring managers can utilize […]
WHY USE A STAFFING AGENCY?
The staffing and recruiting industry represents many sectors; information technology, engineering, administrative support, sales & business development, finance & accounting, human resources, professional/managerial services as well as healthcare and industrial services. Staffing agencies are engaged in permanent placement, temporary placement, executive search and co-employment staffing services. Some agencies also do training and upgrading as well […]
JOB SEARCH TIPS
Finding a new job can be challenging and frustrating. The right credentials are not enough to ensure a successful job search. On top of this, there is an enormous amount of job hunting advice available, much of it contradictory! The following are some sound job search tips to help you finetune your strategy and find […]
WHAT A GOOD RESUME SHOULD LOOK LIKE
Don’t underestimate the value of the design and content of your CV. A good resume catches the attention of recruiters and helps determine whether you’re a fit for their company. An exceptional resume can be the path to a new position. What should a resume look like? The following is advice for creating a resume […]
RECRUITMENT STRATEGIES TO SOURCE TOP CANDIDATES
Effective recruitment is a priority for companies in their quest to stay ahead of the competition. Finding the perfect candidate for a position requires a strategy that is proactive and maintains a healthy pipeline of prospective employees. Rather than waiting for applicants to come to them, companies must direct their efforts toward strategically sourcing the […]
HOW TO CONDUCT VIRTUAL JOB INTERVIEWS
The coronavirus has brought many changes. We’ve been forced to prioritize health and safety over all else. Companies are quickly adopting new technologies and adjusting traditional ways of doing things. This has resulted in many businesses moving from in-person interviews to virtual ones. Fortunately, many of the approaches and considerations that are used in in-person […]