Entries by AwardStaffing

3 Quick Ways to Get Ready for a New Job

If you’ve recently graduated from high school or college, now may be the time for you to get your a new job. If you’ve been out of the job market for sometime, there are a few things you need to do in preparation. Not only do you need to make yourself employable, but you also […]

How to Onboard an Employee: 3 Crucial Steps

When most people think of onboarding, they think of paperwork, mandatory training sessions, and small talk. However, the onboarding process is much more than a formality for a new hire—it’s a first impression of the company.

9 Scalable Recruiting Tips and Tricks

Recruiting success depends on keeping up with the latest trends and continually evolving strategies, which are driven by well-planned, targeted goals. In today’s market, building an extensive pipeline, while focusing on relationship requires identifying and mastering the appropriate technological tools. Talent acquisition leaders must develop best practices regarding data collection and analyzation, the agility of […]

The Big Picture of Cross-Functional Management

Cross-functional teams are the ultimate in diversity. Members come from diverse backgrounds and different levels and departments within a company. They have distinct skill sets, as well and varying personalities and perspectives. When a team comes together in a healthy appreciation for each other’s contributions, they can be highly innovative and effective. With strong leadership […]

Slips, Trips, and Falls Safety at Work

Slips, trips, and falls are responsible for many general industry accidents.  They cause 15% of all accidental deaths and are second only to motor vehicles as a cause of fatalities. 65% of fall-related injuries occur as a result of falls from same-level walking surfaces. Conditions that create slip, trip, and fall hazards include: • Dry […]

12 Ways for Ghosting Prevention for Employers

Ghosting – an old phenomenon in a new arena. Many employers and recruiters are dealing with that unpleasant, and sometimes costly, and frustration of a prime candidate suddenly dropping off the radar – never to be seen or heard from again. In fact, the numbers are daunting. • 20% – 50% of companies report applicant […]

5 Easiest Job Interview Tips + Tricks

A great job interview is just like any other accomplishment; it won’t happen without some real planning and hard work. At Award Staffing we have highlighted 5 of the easiest job interview prep skills that can make the next interview the best. 1. Review the Job Posting: This cannot be overstated: the company knows exactly […]

Text Message Recruiting 101 – Things to know

Texting is quickly becoming a valuable recruiting tool. (Check out ten reasons for it in our previous blog “Text Recruiting Matters”), but like every aspect of recruiting talent, there are rules of engagement. Following text recruiting protocol will keep your company in the talent spotlight. • Create a template to ensure efficiency and organization. Some […]