Employee engagement is the commitment that your employees bring to their work each day. Engaged workers care about their jobs and your company. They don’t come to work just to collect a paycheck but to help you reach your business objectives, and you’ll often see the impact in these six ways:
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A special thank you message from CEO Geno Cutolo to our valued employees and Talent on Employee Appreciation Day. Thank you for all that you do!
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While a salary increase is never a guarantee, there is a certain expectation for at least a small bump in pay each year. But there are always incremental alternatives to the traditional raise that can be just as beneficial to keeping employees from walking out the door. We've got 9!
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It’s something that every employer wants – awesome, make-you-wanna-dance, exceptional employees. But what exactly makes an employee great? I recently reached out to my management team here at Staffmark to ask this very question, and their responses are spot-on. Take a read! And then leave a comment on our Facebook page letting us know what YOU think truly makes a great employee.
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Everyone wants to get paid more. But here’s the truth: few people actually know how to negotiate a salary increase. In fact, only 43 percent of people ever ask for a raise, and just 44 percent of them get what they’re asking for. Here are eight strategies that can help you negotiate your next raise.
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We’re excited to announce that Staffmark has received Inavero’s Best of Staffing® Award for 2018! This honor is given to less than 2 percent of all staffing agencies in the US and Canada, and we’re thrilled to be recognized!
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Salary is often the most important factor in attracting and retaining the best employees, yet many companies still find it challenging to arrive at a competitive scale. Here are some essential elements to consider when trying to arrive at a competitive pay rate.
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We all know mentorship is important. It’s one of the most effective ways of developing – and retaining – new talent within an organization. If someone has recently asked you to become a mentor, or you’re currently working with a mentee, here are steps that will help ensure you’re both getting the most out of the relationship.
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Few people really know how to find the right mentor. Their search often starts with the misconception that the only person for the job is a seasoned professional with years and years of experience. While this can certainly help, your choice in mentor isn’t about age so much as who will best suit your needs — and suit your needs at that particular time. So, we suggest you consider the following...
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Managing a multigenerational workplace isn’t an exact science. It’s more of an art that takes finesse. Generational gaps can lead to a rift within your workforce that can affect employee satisfaction, engagement, and productivity. The following can help bridge the divide.
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With record low unemployment rates and multiple options for employment, the war for talent continues to intensify. To remain competitive, successful employers are embracing the following seven trends.
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Social media has now become a critical part to finding a job. In fact, 60 percent of employers use social networking sites to vet applicants.The following are some of the best ways jobseekers can survive social media scrutiny by a potential employer.
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If this year is anything like the last, 62 percent of workers have already made plans to change their work lives. In other words, you need to make a concerted effort to retain talent by setting a few New Year’s resolutions of your own. The following resolutions can help make the business and cultural shifts necessary to ensure that your company gets off to an even better start this year.
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Whether actively searching for your next job or just keeping an eye on what opportunities are out there, here are the top 10 reasons you should work with a recruiter.
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Partnering with a staffing agency doesn’t just increase your access to top talent. You can often hire faster, decrease turnover costs, eliminate upfront hiring expenses, reduce employment risks, and make the whole hiring process more efficient — that is, of course, if you know how to maximize the benefits of working with a staffing partner.
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More and more organizations are now turning to staffing firms to handle recruitment efforts. Staffing firms take the time to learn about your challenges, understand your goals, and get familiar with your internal culture, so they can become a true staffing partner and provide you the following benefits.
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The benefits associated with volunteering are more than meets the eye. Obviously, you get a chance to give back to the community, and with that comes a sense of accomplishment. It can also positively impact your career. While the ultimate reason for volunteering should be a desire to give back, it doesn’t mean your efforts can’t make a difference in your life as well.
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It’s no secret that an increasing number of companies are investing in philanthropic work, and for good reason. Besides the warm feelings that often come with altruism, workplace philanthropy can be good for business.
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Welcome to the new Staffmark Blog! For our first post, we’ve invited President and CEO Geno Cutolo to share some career advice, which is especially helpful as we prepare for a fresh start in 2018.
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