Recruiting – First Impressions

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My first few months in staffing have been like a rollercoaster ride – a thrilling rush of ups and downs, unexpected twists and turns, and everything in between. I have screamed in excitement and buried my face in my hands in bewilderment quite often. I had no idea what I was in for, but it… Read more »

What Are Florida Employers Doing to Combat Hiring Challenges This Year?

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Hiring is hard work. Maybe you’ve created an opening, posted it online and are waiting for the flood of applications to arrive. Or maybe you’ve just revamped your candidate experience that you were sure is bound to be impactful. Either way, there are ways to make sure your business is hiring the right people for… Read more »

Moving to Tampa Bay?

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To all of the friendly people who have decided they are moving to Tampa Bay in 2023, welcome! You are going to love this state from December to March. As you will quickly learn, one of our favorite pastimes is to taunt all of the people who stayed in the north with pictures of us… Read more »

The Importance of Transparency in Workplace Communication

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Workplace communication has gone through many changes in the past several years, thanks to the tech boom and the way that information travels at lightning speed through digital devices these days. But despite all of these changes, one element of communication still holds true today as much as it did when you were in elementary… Read more »

Do I Stay or Do I Go?

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Do I stay or do I go? This is the question many candidates in the Tampa Bay area are asking themselves today. As we approach the end of the year, many of us have time off planned, bonuses to think about, and just a general comfortability with our lives that we just don’t want to… Read more »

Don’t Lie on Your Resume – Do This Instead

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Finding a new job is often a complex, lengthy endeavor. Even when unemployment is low and the labor market is tight, candidates will always face some degree of competition, and finding ways to stand out is tricky. In some cases, job seekers may think that small lies on their resumes don’t matter. In fact, they… Read more »

How Managers Are Improving 1-on-1 Meeting Productivity

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One tool at a manager’s disposal that’s incredibly effective at boosting employee engagement and managing performance is one-on-one meetings. It’s a chance to discuss a worker’s achievements and struggles, as well as provide guidance that can help them grow their skillsets and advance into higher-level positions at the company. However, for one-on-one meetings to be… Read more »

These Qualities Are Used to Determine If You’re a Good Team Member at Work

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Whether you’re looking for a new job or simply want to improve your performance in your current role, your traits matter. Hiring managers often seek out candidates with qualities that show they’re team players. Additionally, professionals that thrive when it comes to teamwork are usually more respected, appreciated, and valued, both by their managers and… Read more »

Great HR Managers Have These Essential Skills

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As with any career, excelling as a human resources (HR) manager requires a wide array of skills. By harnessing the right combination of capabilities, you’ll not only be able to handle your responsibilities, but you’ll also have an easier time setting yourself apart from the competition when it’s time for a promotion or new job… Read more »

Do You Have Clear Career Goals? Here’s Why You Should.

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Most professionals have heard that setting goals is a critical part of success. However, many choose not to formalize their goals, a move that potentially leaves them at a disadvantage. Whether it’s overarching goals for your career or objectives for projects, goal-setting is a potent tool. Along with making it easier to focus your energies,… Read more »