The Watercooler is PrideStaff’s blog covering trends and tips for successfully managing issues in the workplace, such as: retention, employee engagement, and interviewing.
Your resume is your ticket to a job interview, so if it doesn’t impress, you won’t proceed to the next step. If you’ve been applying for jobs, but hearing crickets, there’s a chance it’s either too short or too long. There’s no set standard length for a resume, but a common misconception has led job… Read more »
Employers typically receive dozens, or even hundreds, of applications for every opportunity posted, so you have to make sure yours stands out from the crowd. Essentially your ticket to the job interview, your resume is the first impression you’ll make on a potential employer. Many candidates mistakenly consider their resume a mere formality, when in… Read more »
When you think about it, finding a job the traditional way is a major gamble. After meeting with the hiring manager a few times — or maybe just once — you’ll accept a position that will change your career trajectory. Sometimes this is a great thing, other times it’s not. Temporary work offers the best… Read more »
Chances are, everyone at your company has been late to work at least a few times — even you. Things like unexpected traffic jams, forgetting to set an alarm and waking up to a sick kid are part of life. As an understanding employer, you know even the most punctual people have off days now… Read more »
When your employees report to work each day, you want them to end their shift in the same healthy condition they started in. Unfortunately accidents sometimes happen, so you have to know what to do if someone gets hurt. Do everything in your power to make the process as painless as possible for the person,… Read more »
Working as a telemarketer is a great way to gain useful sales experience, but sometimes the job gets a bad rap. If you’re interested in this line of work, but hesitant to pursue it due to the plethora of misconceptions out there, you’ve come to the right place. It’s time to set the record straight… Read more »
Success doesn’t happen by accident. You have big plans for your career, so create a five-year plan to guide your ascent up the ladder. It might seem a long way down the road, but looking toward the future now will help you acquire the knowledge and experience needed to bring your vision to life. The… Read more »
Simply put, having a bad job interview feels pretty awful. Right now, it probably feels like all your careful preparation was for nothing, but relax, it probably wasn’t as bad as you think. Like most people, you’re likely your own toughest critic, so the interviewer might not even think you performed poorly. Take a deep… Read more »
Making the decision to change careers can be tough, but you were brave enough to do it. Right now, you’re probably feeling a mix of excitement and fear, but you can do this. In fact, you’ve already landed a job interview, so employers definitely see your potential. Here are several tips to help you succeed… Read more »
Clerical professionals keep your company running smoothly, so you need to be very selective when hiring. Of course, competition for top talent is more intense than it’s been in years, thanks to the strong job market. The unemployment rate was 4.1 percent as of February 2018, which is fantastic for the economy, but makes hiring… Read more »
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