Quick Tips for Better Job Postings
Before you click the “Submit” button to upload your next job posting, consider the following: Make sure the title accurately describes the position. Consider including common keywords qualified applicants are likely to use when searching for an opening. Provide a comprehensive list of skills and qualifications. Differentiate between those that are required, as opposed to […]
Tips for Effective Employee Onboarding
“You never get a second chance to make a first impression.” When you hear this saying, you may envision a nervous job seeker, compulsively straightening his suit and repeating his 30-second “personal sales pitch” before an interview. But quite honestly, the saying is just as relevant for the hiring company. Why? When you mainstream and […]
Employee Appreciation: Effective Ways to Motivate Your Staff
At Wood Personnel, we regularly recognize both our internal employees and temporaries on assignment for their responsibility, integrity and work ethic. Why? Because showing our employees how much we appreciate their hard work and service to the company is a great way to raise morale (and profits, too). So what does your company do to […]
The BLS Monthly Situation: What It Is and Why You Should Follow It
Ever feel overwhelmed by the sheer volume of information coming at you each day? With the barrage of data pouring in from newspapers, TV, the internet, social media, RSS feeds, e-mails, voicemails and good-old-fashioned face-to-face meetings, finding the critical information you need amidst all the “white noise” can be exhausting. Take the BLS Monthly Employment […]
Top Advantages of Temporary Employment
Recently downsized or laid off? New to the workforce? Looking to earn extra cash? Trying to break into a new field? Consider working as a temporary. Today’s staffing firms employee millions of individuals in virtually all fields of work, from day labor to executive, and offer a variety of advantages: Flexible work options. Work when and where you […]
The Résumé Update – Why and How to Do it, Even if You Have a Job
Keeping your résumé current is important to your continued career development. But unless you’re actively looking for a job, the daily demands of life, home and work can easily push this updating process down on your priority list. If you haven’t reviewed your résumé in over a year, here are just a few good reasons why you should take […]
