If you've been applying for jobs and not getting any callbacks, it might be time to take a closer look at your resume. Chances are it's in need of a refresh. In this blog post, we will give you the first six tips to help get your resume noticed by potential employers. With the right mix of the latest trends and tried-and-true best practices, follow along and watch your job prospects soar!   ..read more

  The Great Resignation, beginning in 2021, made one thing clear. There is a growing disparity between the job environment employees want and the one their company offers. Companies that have not invested in human capital are at risk that their employees will seek out other employers who value and invest in their skills and capabilities.   ..read more

Mental health is just as important as physical health, and it can have a big impact on employees and employers alike. Between the stress of the pandemic, busy schedules, and day to day workplace issues that pop up, it is more than likely many of us are feeling overwhelmed and frustrated. When adding the Holiday Season on top of all that, the stress can be immeasurable for many. There are simple things we can all do to minimize these negative feelings resulting in us becoming more productive at our jobs. Harvard Business Review lists some key things that employers can do to help their employ ..read more

You’ve gone through the job requirements line by line and put a big green check mark next to them. You’ve got all the right skills but can’t figure out why you didn’t land the job. Chances are it may have something to do with a lack of interpersonal skills.   Interpersonal skills are soft skills such as active listening, teamwork, patience, and empathy. With computers and automation doing many of our job-related tasks, we tend to interact with people less and rely on technology more. Through this shift, we have lost our interpersonal finesse ..read more

There is an unspoken piece of the hiring puzzle that is becoming increasingly relevant in today’s workforce. Important for both employers and employees alike, interpersonal skills can make or break a work environment.   Interpersonal skills are soft skills such as active listening, teamwork, patience, and empathy. With computers and automation doing many of our job-related tasks, we tend to interact with people less and rely on technology more. Through this shift, we have lost our interpersonal finesse ..read more

You have your help wanted sign out but who is answering your call? Employers understand it’s important to have a mix of both experienced and younger workers but find it’s often challenging to attract the younger crowd. Those newer-to-the-workforce employees are looking for the “right stuff” when it comes to their careers… and here’s how you can turn their heads ..read more

  Even before the lockdowns in 2020 caused unprecedented disruptions in the workplace and unemployment rates, businesses were scrambling to find and keep employees. A lot of things played into the shortage including wages, the lack of skilled workers, and the increased desire for a more flexible work environment. The pandemic resulted in great health concerns, childcare issues, and a lot of time to rethink careers which ultimately put companies on the staffing brink. Before you upsize your help wanted yard sign to a billboard, consider Qualified Staffing to help meet your needs ..read more

  Today’s job market is hot, and there’s a job out there for you.   By the time you sift through countless job descriptions, tailor your resume for each position you apply to and keep track of responses and rejections, just looking for a job can be frustrating and seem like a fulltime job, in and of itself! Qualified Staffing can minimize your stress and maximize your time and talent ..read more

  Demand for employees is at an all-time high across all sectors and businesses. As workers look to re-enter the workplace after the pandemic or are simply interested in changing jobs, there are new trends that impact the way talent is tapped ..read more

  For most of us, 2020 and the time spent at home was a chance for reflection. We thought about our families, friends, and the vacations we would take when lockdown lifted. We all felt a large shift in the workforce – some people lost their jobs while others worked round-the-clock putting their own health at risk. Now, as we get back to a more “normal” workplace and pace, some trends are emerging ..read more