Entries by AwardStaffing

How Minnesota Companies are Managing “Gen X-ers”

If you are in the position of managing a Gen X-er, you will likely be dealing with someone who is extremely independent and likes structure. Gen X-ers are inherently skeptical and self-reliant, so they really need a manager who can be sensitive to that fact, but also provide enough input to get the job done. […]

Eight Tips to Follow On The Road to a Promotion

Do you have your sights set firmly on your future? If you’re a highly motivated employee and you are driven to succeed, then this means advancing to higher positions within your field. Directly marching into your boss’ office and asking for a promotion is a bold step, but you can take a few mini-steps to […]

Don’t Think Details Matter in an Interview? Think Again

If you’re interviewing for jobs, you likely have been told the “correct” answers you should give so as not to mess anything up for yourself. However, you might want to rethink some of that advice if you want to stand out in your interviewer’s mind. Here’s how to avoid giving vague interview answers: Disguising a […]

How to Promote Safety with New Employees

When you’re running a company, safety should be of utmost importance in order to reduce injury and stay on top of risk. Many unsafe situations can be attributed to new employees not knowing policies or not knowing what these unsafe situations are. Here’s how you can promote safety with new employees: Be Proactive Don’t wait […]

5 Work Skills You Can Need to Be Always Improving

If you ever have spare time while you’re working, you should utilize that time to brush up on some work skills. There are some specific skills you can always practice and improve upon with hard work. If you take the time to do this, your value at work as an employee will drastically increase. Here […]

The Secret to a Healthy Back at Work

Many factors in the workplace can cause back pain including heavy lifting, repetitive movements and sitting at a desk all day. It is essential to understand the facts about back pain at work to learn how to prevent it. Common causes of back pain at work are: · Force- Exerting too much force on your […]

4 Reasons to Hire Someone On-the-Spot

When you have a hiring authority position in a company, you’re often in charge of interviewing potential hires. Though your company may prefer to employ different wait periods between and after interviews, there may be some exceptional candidates you cannot risk losing. Here are four reasons why you should hire someone on the spot: They […]

5 Interview Mistakes That We See All The Time

So, you have a job interview – congratulations! Hopefully, you’re prepared and have your resume ready to go. But, what are some interview mistakes that could end up costing you the job? Here are five common errors. You Were Late to Your Interview- First impressions matter and one of the biggest impressions you can give […]

Prevent Getting “Hangry” on the Job

Hunger is no joke; it’s proven that being hungry sours one’s mood and productivity. Some people refer to hunger-induced anger as “hanger,” and its adverse effects are long-proven in the workplace. Here are some ways to keep yourself from getting hangry on the job: Eat Protein-Rich Foods- Protein is necessary to keep your blood sugar stable throughout […]

Here’s Why Minnesota Business Don’t Hire Someone

In business, there are times when you’re going to need to hire new employees or add to your temporary staff. If this is done right, it can lead to improved productivity and increased workplace morale. If it isn’t, the opposite effects can ensue. Here are some of the reasons that indicate a potentially bad hire. […]