Temporary work can be a great way to earn cash while searching for your dream job or gaining experience to change careers. You’ve been holding this type of job for awhile, but now you’re eager to put down roots. You know employers frown upon job-hopping — and five-page resumes — so you’re not quite sure… Read more »
The Watercooler is PrideStaff’s blog covering trends and tips for successfully managing issues in the workplace, such as: retention, employee engagement, and interviewing.
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Becoming a new manager is very exciting — and extremely nerve-wracking. Whether you were promoted to the position or just landed a new job that comes with managerial responsibilities, you’re eager to be a great leader. Moving into a managerial role can be very challenging, because it doesn’t come with a handbook. Chances are, you’ve… Read more »
Up until now, every job you’ve held has been permanent — but you’re thinking about trying something different. You’re curious about temporary work, but shifting into the unknown makes you a bit nervous. Perhaps you’re between jobs and need to pay the bills, or you might be thinking about changing careers. There’s plenty of great… Read more »
You know you have a good job, but sometimes it’s hard to recognize exactly how great you have it. Maybe you don’t have a lot of work experience or perhaps you’re admittedly a bit hard to please — either way, it’s important to appreciate the wonderful situation you’re in. Displaying gratitude for your job will… Read more »
Filling an open position on your team is hard work. To find the right person, you interview several candidates, which is a very time-consuming process. You’re always excited to inform your selected candidate your decision, but more often than not, the rest of the people you interviewed get lost in the shuffle. While they’ll eventually… Read more »
You’ve been searching for jobs for a while now, but despite applying for several, you’re hearing crickets. It’s only natural to become a bit discouraged, as being passed up by other candidates doesn’t feel great. The good news is, the reason you’re not getting called is likely something you can easily fix. Here’s a look… Read more »
You’ve just started a new job, and you really want to make a great impression. So far, you feel like you’re doing well, but requesting feedback is the only way to know for sure. The first few days on the job will likely be filled with training, so it’s best to wait until you’ve received… Read more »
On an individual basis, your employees work fantastically. However, there’s room for improvement on the way they interact with each other. If people don’t really know one another, their exchanges will be a bit awkward. Team-building activities are a great way to close the gap. Spending time in a setting outside the office can help… Read more »
Job interviews are nerve-wracking, because you don’t know what to expect. No matter how much you prepare, there’s a good chance you’ll be asked at least one question that throws you for a loop. Here’s how to craft a winning response sure to impress the hiring manager. Take a Pause When you don’t know how… Read more »
Your company is only as strong as the employees powering it. Lately however, their output has been nowhere near your target, and this is having a negative affect on your bottom line. As the boss, take this as your cue to step in, because if you don’t, their performance probably won’t improve. Here’s how to… Read more »