How Can You Express that You’re Ready for a Promotion?

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Should You Consider a Temporary Job? PrideStaff

You consistently meet and exceed expectations at work and your contributions are valuable to your department and company. So, you’re vying for a long-awaited promotion that’s opening up. And you think you have it made, because after all, your record will speak for itself as your boss decides who gets the job, right? Unfortunately, that’s… Read more »

Getting Ready for a Career Change? Here are Some Tips to Help You

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If you’re like most people, you spend a lot of your waking hours at work – up to a third of your time, according to research. So, it’s important to like what you do and feel like you’re in the right place. If not, and you think it may be time for a career change,… Read more »

Recruitment Mistakes to Avoid

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Hiring the right person is never easy – and there’s a lot at stake every time you source, recruit and bring a new person on board at your company. Research has shown that: More than half of bad hires brought negative attitudes to their workplace. More than a third of businesses have reported decreased productivity… Read more »

How to Respond When Asked, “Where Do You See Yourself in 5 Years?”

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“Where do you see yourself in five years?” It’s one of the most common questions asked during job interviews, as potential employers assess candidates’ long-term plans and fit with their organization. You can’t blame them: It’s very costly to rehire if someone leaves after a short tenure, so employers ideally like to land new talent… Read more »

What Can We Predict About 2023 Hiring Trends?

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The Ability to Demonstrate Good Management Skills Puts You on the Path to Success, Regardless of Your Role Within the Company - PrideStaff

As a business owner or hiring manager, it’s up to you to stay current on the latest developments, challenges and trends in hiring. As you move forward through 2023, be prepared to continue navigating a competitive talent marketplace, deal with evolving technical issues and post-pandemic return to work policies, and face a looming economic downturn…. Read more »

5 Leadership Skills that Make a Good Manager Become a Great Manager

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Have you ever compared yourself to a coworker who seems to be shining in all they do, getting plum assignments and promotions, even though you have more seniority, and seem to just naturally step up to the plate and take the lead? “They’re a born leader,” you may rationalize. It may seem that way and,… Read more »

Struggling to Close Out Emails? Use This Closing for the Best Response Rate

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As you finish up an email, you may not give much thought to your closing. After all, the hard part is done, right? Message complete. Now you just need an appropriate sign-off. No big deal. But, maybe it is. According to a study by productivity software manufacturer Boomerang, certain email closings deliver significantly higher response… Read more »

Why It’s Critical to Build Trust with Employees Right Away

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Building trust with your employees starts even before they’re officially on board at your company. Its roots are planted at their first point of contact – when they visit your website, hear about you from a contact, or search for and find your open jobs. First impressions are often indelible. For those roots to flourish,… Read more »

How To Create a Job Posting that Attracts Top Talent

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Your job postings are often candidates’ first touch point with your company – and you only get one chance to make a good first impression. Competition is hotter than ever in today’s candidate-driven labor market, so be sure your postings are crisp, clear, attractive, and compelling, so they convert job seekers into applicants. Be strategic… Read more »

Addressing Gaps in Your Employment

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Potential employers carefully review your resume, so if you have an employment gap, it won’t go unnoticed. However, this is only a big deal if you make it one, so tackle the issue head-on. Whether you were fired from your last job or stepped away from the workforce to take care of a family member,… Read more »